CONFIRMED: Here is exactly what’s needed for retirement & marriage extensions (income method) from 2019

[onera1961 720]

It says in the Subject: Supporting evidence of income. So 400/800 money in the bank method remains the same. Earlier income was supported by embassy letter. This also stays the same. The only change introduced is the monthly deposit of 40/65K in a Thai bank. It also says money should be transferred from overseas. Source of the money is immaterial.

[smedly 20,503]

2 minutes ago, ocddave said:

Its confusing though, as this letter shows 2.18 and 2.22 (changes), and gives reasons/procedures. Is there a 2.XX that states the 400K/800K that would not be affected by this notice? Because if the 400K/800K is part of 2.18 or 2.22, then this letter/memo looks a little scary.

how many times do you need to be told - this relates to income only

[MikeOKitches 89]

1 minute ago, ubonjoe said:

Yes you can use your income affidavit to apply for your extension. The directive clearly states they will be accepted.

There is also directive that states they are valid for 6 months.

Chaeng Wattana immigration will certainly accept it.

I apologize for my ignorance, but I'm having a very difficult time finding the precise language in the directives you're referencing. Perhaps it's my anxiety which is affecting my vision and reading comprehension.  This developing news is a source of consternation to many here, and I certainly appreciate your prompt initial reply to my narrative. Thank you for your attempt to assuage and allay my apprehension. I appreciate it greatly.

[ocddave 714]

5 minutes ago, smedly said:

how many times do you need to be told - this relates to income only

Your opinions really don't matter, I want to see in writing that the 400K/800K is still supported. When they reference 2.18 and 2.22, they are basically saying this overwrites prior notices, so they should make sure to mention those in the same documents/procedures, and that they haven't changed.

Edited January 7 by ocddave

[ubonjoe 27,610]

4 minutes ago, ocddave said:

Its confusing though, as this letter shows 2.18 and 2.22 (changes), and gives reasons/documents/procedures. Is there a 2.XX that states the 400K/800K that would not be affected by this notice? Because if the 400K/800K is part of 2.18 or 2.22, then this letter/memo looks a little scary.

It is quite clear in the cover letter it only changes the income option that is why the other options are not mentioned

 

[wgdanson 4,947]

23 minutes ago, DrJack54 said:

So the existing "money in Thai bank" 800/400, still continues and the changes only concern expats using "income, combo"?

BTW...personally I use money in the bank. I would not be happy now showing monthly income. Like many others, I have income from rentals, super/shares etc. Do not qualify for pension, because of super fund/assets. Would certainly not like the changes to replace embassy SD.

You do NOT have to show total monthly income from your rentals, shares or anything. All you need to show is 65k going into a Thai bank account from out of the country. Easy.

[Dante99 2,300]

2 minutes ago, ocddave said:

Your opinions really don't matter, I want to see in writing that the 400K/800K is still supported. When they reference 2.18 ans 2.22, they are basically saying this overwrites prior notices, so they should make sure to mention those in the same documents/procedures, and that they haven't changed.

It is wonderful that you know what they should be doing.  It would probably be helpful if you really understood what they have done and not done before going off.

[sometimewoodworker 1,035]

26 minutes ago, taichiplanet said:

the heading is misleading as it is not exactly what is needed for these 'visas', it is only exactly what is needed if you are using the income method. We are still presuming that the money in a bank account method remains the same.

It says (income method)

[ocddave 714]

1 minute ago, ubonjoe said:

It is quite clear in the cover letter it only changes the income option that is why the other options are not mentioned

 

Poorly done at best, not to mention leaving open interpretation by many different Immigration Offices....UGH.

[ocddave 714]

1 minute ago, sometimewoodworker said:

It says (income method)

Then the "reason" section in the table should state "Income method only".

[offset 157]

Is there anyway Thaivisa can get it clarified that the money in the bank is still allowed, how do you prove income for income and money in the bank method. The other worry is that most people under 60 years old do not have a pension to show for the monthly income 

[sometimewoodworker 1,035]

28 minutes ago, ocddave said:

Yes, it would have been nice if the letter/memo confirmed that part.

It doesn't need to. Just go back to the police order 138/255 7 July 2014 translation 

 

they need to be read together 

[sometimewoodworker 1,035]

4 minutes ago, ocddave said:

Then the "reason" section in the table should state "Income method only".

Please reread it it is there. And read police order 138/255 7 July 2014

Edited January 7 by sometimewoodworker

[damascase 535]

From the OP: 

‘The new requirements state that applicants must be able to show income transferred into a Thai bank account.’

This is misleading and not a requirement in the many cases where Embassies still issue the income declarations.

[AGareth2 5,930]

oh dear

I can see another 30 pages of

"what about money in the bank"

or

I'm leaving don't trust Thai  banks

but for my part

thank you for an informative post about the income method