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Can a TR Visa be changed to a Non-O Retirement Extension via an Agent in Thailand?

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4 years ago

COMMENTS

Do I need a retirement visa to buy a condo and open a bank account in Thailand?

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@Tamar **********

No you don’t. It might take patience, buying unnecessary insurance or paying an agent but there’s no problem with you getting a bank account.

You also don’t necessarily need a bank account to buy a condo. There are ways around it.

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Do I need a retirement visa to buy a condo and open a bank account in Thailand?

David *******

No it’s not true.

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How can you extend your OA visa while living in Thailand?

David *******

@Nongnuch *******

Jomtien want 3 months before and after. They also want 2 months before your first extension.

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How can you extend your OA visa while living in Thailand?

David *******

@Nongnuch *******

Not for future Extensions, which was what I was talking about.

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How can you extend your OA visa while living in Thailand?

David *******

Also 800k baht in a Thai bank account for 3 months before application and 3 months after. No less than 400k for the other 6 months in future as well.

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What is the cheapest price for a first retirement visa from an agency in Thailand?

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If you arrive on a Tourist Visa or Visa Exempt and don’t already have an account with Bangkok Bank then about

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baht first time for Non O plus Extension, Multiple Reentry Permit and bank account.

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What are the current contact details and process for obtaining a Thai visa in Cardiff?

David *******

Apply on the online site listed earlier. You don’t contact the Embassy just submit online. They are usually very quick. Often 3 days or less.

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What steps and documents are needed for obtaining a Non O Retirement Visa in Thailand after a visa exempt entry?

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First, you’ll need to go to Immigration to get a 30-day Extension on your Visa Exempt entry.

When you’re there, ask them what you need to get the Non O and see what they say.

Make sure the place you are staying at has registered a TM30 before you go.

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How long does it currently take to process a non-immigration O visa request through the E-Visa system at the Thai Embassy in London?

David *******

The Thai Embassy in London usually takes 2 or 3 days.

I’ve no idea how long other Embassies take.

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What are the insurance requirements for a Non-Immigrant Type O visa in Thailand and what are some recommended insurance providers?

David *******

I paid about

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baht last November when I got my Non O from London but that was for an Annual Multi-trip policy. I used a Thai broker/agent though the policy was with a European company. You could try messaging Arawan Namak.

I’m sure you’ll find her on Facebook. She usually replies quickly.

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What are the best recommendations for visa agents in Bangkok for those seeking a retirement or DTV visa?

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2 days ago

Will Thailand implement automated entry lanes for visa holders like they have for exit?

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5 days ago

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23 days ago

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24 days ago

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224 comments

a month ago

What are the experiences and processes for obtaining the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?

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a month ago

What are the changes in Thai visa application procedures for Southeast Asian consulates starting October 8th?

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a month ago

What are the new eVisa application procedures for Thai consulates in Southeast Asia starting October 8, 2024?

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a month ago

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a month ago

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a month ago

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3 months ago

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3 months ago

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101 comments

3 months ago

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64 comments

4 months ago

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46 comments

4 months ago

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60 comments

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153 comments

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5 comments

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134 comments

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503 comments

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193 comments

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178 comments

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48 comments

4 months ago

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79 comments

4 months ago

Has the 60-day visa exemption program in Thailand officially started yet?

73 comments

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6 months ago

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164 comments

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267 comments

6 months ago

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38 comments

7 months ago

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28 comments

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370 comments

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105 comments

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93 comments

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230 comments

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55 comments

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