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Do bank statements for a one-year extension retirement visa in Thailand need to be in Thai or English?
12 comments
2 years ago
What health insurance companies or policies can expats in Thailand trust for retirement coverage?
32 comments
2 years ago

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Which Thai banks can open accounts for visa-exempt tourists?
Russell *******
@Andrew *********
 no to open a bank account. The ATM card just came with the account if you want one
2 years ago
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Which Thai banks can open accounts for visa-exempt tourists?
Russell *******
Bangkok Bank ,Chang Rai opened very easily with letter of residence also very easy to obtain from Chang Rai immigration.

400 baht for ATM card

500 baht initial deposit.

500 baht letter of residence from immigration.

🙏🙏
2 years ago
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What should expats consider before buying a house in Thailand?
Russell *******
Rent
2 years ago
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What are the differences between Non-O and Non-OA visas in Thailand, and why did my stay duration change after re-entry?
Russell *******
@Bobby *******
 thanks for that.

Ok I got it all wrong, wondering why I didn't apply for non o a then .
2 years ago
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What are the differences between Non-O and Non-OA visas in Thailand, and why did my stay duration change after re-entry?
Russell *******
I thought that with the Non O A you still need to show funds in Thai bank , just not at the beginning . I thought once you enter the country and start your visa , you then need to put
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0 baht in Thai bank so that it is seasoned by the time you get the extension after 90 days.

Have I got this totally wrong ?
2 years ago
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What is the best way to transfer funds from a UK bank to Thailand as an expat?
Russell *******
Wise ,costs around £90 to transfer the 800, 000baht
2 years ago
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What are the requirements for applying for a Non-O visa and opening a bank account in Thailand?
Russell *******
@Chanida **************
 it was Chang Rai immigration . 🙏
2 years ago
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What are the requirements for applying for a Non-O visa and opening a bank account in Thailand?
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@Neil ******
 you should already be registered by your landlord/landlady . So you just ask at immigration and they will check you are registered and give you a letter based on that . There was a 500 baht fee. Immigration seemed aware of the letter as soon as it was asked for. 🙏😎
2 years ago
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What are the requirements for applying for a Non-O visa and opening a bank account in Thailand?
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@Neil ******
 hi , I was in same situation as you. I solved the opening of bank account ,by getting a letter of residence for immigration. 🙏
2 years ago
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What are the steps and advice for obtaining an International Driving Permit for Thailand?
Russell *******
@Tobie ****
 ha ha ☺️

Yes my license is English ,and I think you are right 🙏
2 years ago
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