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@Simon ******
think you'll find they are only tightening on those who are abusing...
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Just use 2 individual accounts. You can easily move money between then to balance out your spending. Just ensure you stay with the minimum balances and/or shoe the 65k foreign deposits every month.
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Why do you want a tourist visa if you're from Florida? Just show up and get your 60 day exempt. If it changes back to 30, then maybe a tourist visa will help your timing if you're planning to stay longer than 60 days in one stretch.
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@David ******
DTV is only good for 6 months stretches, retirement is indefinite stay. DTV is relatively new. Expect some changes in the coming years as they evaluate how is being used. It is still a tourist visa.
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@Graham *****
nor does non-o require medical certificate, insurance or criminal background check. Unless there is a compelling reason he would be far better off applying for a non-o from home country. Less hassle and less documentation required.
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Would help to know you age, country of origin and statement of your financial condition. You could get non-o based on retirement, DTV, etc....
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@Mark *******
don't know. Suggest you ask immigration when you get here. Specifically the office where you will process your extension.