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QUESTIONS

How long before retirement application must the 800k be in an account for a visa extension in Thailand?
37 comments
8 months ago
What should I do to obtain a simple Thai will as a condo owner in Phuket, and can anyone recommend a lawyer in Cherngthalay?
20 comments
9 months ago
Is swimming safe along the Krabi coastline due to sea lice and jellyfish concerns?
18 comments
a year ago
Do I need to show that funds for my marriage-based visa extension in Thailand were transferred from overseas?
3 comments
2 years ago
How can my Thai daughter-in-law verify her marriage certificate for the US embassy in Phuket?
30 comments
3 years ago
How can I get a dollar bank draft in Phuket to send to the USA when local banks cannot help?
16 comments
3 years ago
What are some recommended hotels near the US embassy in Bangkok, and is Agoda or Booking.com a better choice for booking?
4 comments
3 years ago
What are reliable notary options in Phuket for notarizing documents for the USA?
18 comments
3 years ago
What are the latest UK entry requirements for fully vaccinated travelers?
10 comments
3 years ago
What issues might arise with receiving a QR code from the Thailand Pass system?
13 comments
3 years ago
What are the common issues faced by users of Wise (TransferWise) when transferring money to Thailand?
22 comments
4 years ago
Does Luma insurance provide coverage for both Thai citizens and foreign nationals residing in Thailand?
7 comments
4 years ago
Is the image of pets transported on a plane misleading?
84 comments
6 months ago
What are the requirements for changing to a retirement visa in Phuket?
2 comments
5 months ago
What are some recommended property lawyers in Thailand that expats have used?
13 comments
4 months ago

COMMENTS

Can my friend from Australia open a bank account to obtain a retirement visa in Thailand?
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@Chris ******
 banks are mostly reluctant to open bank accounts for those on tourist visas or exempt entry. As Brandon and others have said. Therefore the Non O type of visa is recommended. Fyi I opened my account last may on visa exempt entry. My biggest problem was not having 2 IDs.
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Can my friend from Australia open a bank account to obtain a retirement visa in Thailand?
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@David *********
 me neither. It's not true that foreigners can't get bank account. They need a visa like Non O etc. which they can get before arriving.
12 hours ago
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Can my friend from Australia open a bank account to obtain a retirement visa in Thailand?
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@Chris ******
 there's no rule stopping people with a non O visa from opening a bank account.
14 hours ago
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Can my friend from Australia open a bank account to obtain a retirement visa in Thailand?
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@Nongnuch *******
 he's just called me dumb, an idiot and to F off for giving him correct info same as Brandon. Bizarre.
14 hours ago
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Can my friend from Australia open a bank account to obtain a retirement visa in Thailand?
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@Brandon ***********
 well he's hurled abuse at me, telling me I'm dumb and to F off, because I posted same info as you. I'm not sure he can be helped. 🤷
14 hours ago
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Can my friend from Australia open a bank account to obtain a retirement visa in Thailand?
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@Neil *******
 so rude. You've been given advice from people like Brandon, who are knowledgeable but hurl abuse at me because I've given same advice as Brandon Thurkettle and others. There's nothing "dumb" about me or my information.
14 hours ago
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Can my friend from Australia open a bank account to obtain a retirement visa in Thailand?
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@Graham *****
 he just keeps repeating his agent says foreigners cannot open account. But looking at the screenshot his agent said "without visa". So the advice is get a visa before arriving.
14 hours ago
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Can my friend from Australia open a bank account to obtain a retirement visa in Thailand?
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@Neil *******
 your agent says WITHOUT VISA cannot. The advice is quite clear and been repeated by several people. Get a visa before arriving and open bank account.
15 hours ago
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Can my friend from Australia open a bank account to obtain a retirement visa in Thailand?
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@Neil *******
 foreigners CAN open accounts. With a visa.
15 hours ago
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Can my friend from Australia open a bank account to obtain a retirement visa in Thailand?
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@Neil *******
 you aren't listening. Your agent says "without visa" cannot. The advice you've been given is quite clear! They get visa in Aus, arrive, open account, then can apply for extension of stay based on retirement. 🤦
15 hours ago
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