SteveSamui6262

So much for a near-term influx of Chinese tourists.

The following is a snippet from “Required Documents” needed for when applying for the 1-Year Visa: 4. Bank statement or evidence of adequate finance showing – a deposit of the amount equal to and not less than 800,000 Baht; or – an income certificate (an original copy) with a monthly income of not less than 65,000 Baht; or – a deposit account plus a monthly income totaling not less than 800,000 Baht. – In the case of submitting a bank statement, a letter of guarantee from the bank (an original copy) is required. Please note the forth line from the top. It reads “or a deposit account PLUS a monthly income of not less then 800,000 baht”. I already purchased my airfare for travel late December. I intend to submit my application soon with all required supporting documentation. My interpretation of these instructions indicates if I provide a copy of my Retirement Statement showing my monthly income and then combine this amount with my Siam Commercial Bank Statement balance adding up to an annual total in excess of 800,000 baht, it would comply with the income requirement for them to facilitate the approval of my Retirement Visa. I also plan to immediately begin having my monthly retirement distributions transferred directly to my Siam Commercial Bank account. I would like to ask any fellow Americans if they agree with my interpretation or if they experienced any problem with their applications regarding this. I appreciate all your comments. Thanks for your professionalism and for conveying your experiences. Samui Steve

Thank you gentleman! ”Required Documents - Item 4” Issue solved Have a wonderful weekend!!!

Hi folks, I am planning to apply for the Non O-A Retirement Visa using a combined income totaling the required 800,000 Baht. Part of the funds will be a cash transfer and the remainder will be my 2023 Social Security distribution statement. I noticed recently that Siam Commercial Bank either froze or closed my accounts (I had 3 with them). I left Thailand over 5 years ago but kept the accounts active by transferring funds between the accounts using my online access. I overlooked making transfers for over 6 months this year and eventually noticed my balances zeroed out (no big deal). I intend to contact SCB to see if they would reactivate one of those accounts so I can make the transfer. i do understand my funds will need to be held by SCB for 2 months before the Royal Thai Consulate in Los Angeles would consider processing my visa application. My main question is as follows: If at the 10 month point after my arrival I still have a balance in my SCB account, in order to qualify for a 1-year extension, can I just “top off” the SCB account with U.S. issued Traveler’s Cheques I bring along with me, in addition to a newly issued Social Security distribution statement for 2024 reflecting I would meet the 800,000 baht visa requirement? I appreciate your opinions and or guidance..