@Brandon ***********

thanks. Very useful.

I’ve already started the monthly transfers but won’t be able to use on my first extension. Anything specific the bank book needs to say about the 65k (I actually have 69k to avoid currency fluctuations)

@Pip ****

bangkok bank is the easiest. However do not bother with a joint account. Have your own. You will need a TM30 or a marriage license (this can vary based on bank branch), passport copy

She needs to complete a TM30 for you

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@Phil *****

there is no clear answer right now. I’d work on the assumption that the 800k is probably safe from tax (as taxing it would cause it to drop below the mandatory amount) and that all income transferred into the current account is likely to be taxed.

@Rj *****

US embassy will not provide income confirmation. If you have the 800k in a Thai bank the Thai bank will issue a confirmation specifically tailored for immigration. If you want to shift to the 65k a month they can do the same. In both cases you’ll need your bank book

Re the 65k- watch exchange rates to make sure you are always above 65k and over the next couple years watch politics for cuts to SS

@Numfhon *******

I believe it can be any bank, including Thai banks.

No

I believe you can ask SS to deposit directly. He should check here:

@Uddhava ***********

h

Large investment of capital and I believe a minimum of 4 Thai employees.

Also,KIV - Chiang Mai has been breaking records this year for pollution levels