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8 months ago
Paul_Adams

My Experience Getting a Retirement Visa by Paul_Adams

US Citizen 2 week trip presently and returning in May for one month I was able to obtain a non-O, 90 day visa through the Washington DC embassy. I was shocked that they issued that to me without being in Thailand. I did not have to get insurance, ...

ronstaff

@Arild Huitfeldthope you are feeling ok. i finally heard from your agent. They do not handle Bangkok visas:( Read More

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8 months ago
rbakker

Non-Immigrant Visa(O) 2023 by rbakker

Hello, I'm going to be going through the process of applying for a Non-Immigrant Visa(O) very soon and I thought I'd create this thread for my questions and hopefully this will also help others.I've done quite a bit of research on this and read a ...

ronstaff

Thank you Read More

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8 months ago
rbakker

Non-Immigrant Visa(O) 2023 by rbakker

Hello, I'm going to be going through the process of applying for a Non-Immigrant Visa(O) very soon and I thought I'd create this thread for my questions and hopefully this will also help others.I've done quite a bit of research on this and read a ...

ronstaff

@martinoo2002Okay. TM 30 was done at my 1 year. 25 year? I will look online. I hope it is found in pdf format and can be filled in advance. I appreciate your help. Read More

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8 months ago
rbakker

Non-Immigrant Visa(O) 2023 by rbakker

Hello, I'm going to be going through the process of applying for a Non-Immigrant Visa(O) very soon and I thought I'd create this thread for my questions and hopefully this will also help others.I've done quite a bit of research on this and read a ...

ronstaff

@martinoo2002this will be my second time so online is fine. My agent is local, he just charges too much 25000 baht including tge visa. Extra for multi entry. My landlord provides a tm30 and lease My bank on request will provide other paperwork. My ... Read More

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8 months ago
rbakker

Non-Immigrant Visa(O) 2023 by rbakker

Hello, I'm going to be going through the process of applying for a Non-Immigrant Visa(O) very soon and I thought I'd create this thread for my questions and hopefully this will also help others.I've done quite a bit of research on this and read a ...

ronstaff

@martinoo2002ok Always some complications. Have you ever used the quarterly check in process? I would prefer to not go to immigration For some reason bolt has led my driver to the wrong location twice First driver left me at wrong location. ... Read More

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8 months ago
rbakker

Non-Immigrant Visa(O) 2023 by rbakker

Hello, I'm going to be going through the process of applying for a Non-Immigrant Visa(O) very soon and I thought I'd create this thread for my questions and hopefully this will also help others.I've done quite a bit of research on this and read a ...

ronstaff

@martinoo2002Sorry for the late response Are you saying the apartments do not require a deposit? Are these apartments located in a condo building meaning they only apartment units? How did you find these apartments? i currently rent a condo from a ... Read More

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8 months ago
rbakker

Non-Immigrant Visa(O) 2023 by rbakker

Hello, I'm going to be going through the process of applying for a Non-Immigrant Visa(O) very soon and I thought I'd create this thread for my questions and hopefully this will also help others.I've done quite a bit of research on this and read a ...

ronstaff

@martinoo2002thank you for your response i wonder what happens if you move in with a thai lady and the lease or ownership of the property is in her name? Read More

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8 months ago
rbakker

Non-Immigrant Visa(O) 2023 by rbakker

Hello, I'm going to be going through the process of applying for a Non-Immigrant Visa(O) very soon and I thought I'd create this thread for my questions and hopefully this will also help others.I've done quite a bit of research on this and read a ...

ronstaff

@martinoo2002thank you. i get much mixed information. My first retirement visa i had a 9 month lease because i had to have a 3 month bank account. Read More

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9 months ago
rbakker

Non-Immigrant Visa(O) 2023 by rbakker

Hello, I'm going to be going through the process of applying for a Non-Immigrant Visa(O) very soon and I thought I'd create this thread for my questions and hopefully this will also help others.I've done quite a bit of research on this and read a ...

ronstaff

@rbakkerthanks for your prompt reply. Your deposit would be held by the landlord? Sounds like your agreement is directly with the building? I tried walking up to a few condos and they referred me to an agent or owner. My current landlord is a ... Read More

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9 months ago
Paul_Adams

My Experience Getting a Retirement Visa by Paul_Adams

US Citizen 2 week trip presently and returning in May for one month I was able to obtain a non-O, 90 day visa through the Washington DC embassy. I was shocked that they issued that to me without being in Thailand. I did not have to get insurance, ...

ronstaff

@rbakkerTried to contact Jimmy. No response from his email. What is the darkside?Thank you Read More

ronstaff replied to a thread
9 months ago
rbakker

Non-Immigrant Visa(O) 2023 by rbakker

Hello, I'm going to be going through the process of applying for a Non-Immigrant Visa(O) very soon and I thought I'd create this thread for my questions and hopefully this will also help others.I've done quite a bit of research on this and read a ...

ronstaff

@rbakkerthanks. I hate making a 1 year lease if i am not sure where i want to live. I would assume you need a lease for every quarterly check in. Have you used the online check in? Where did you find your rentals? Many agents and condo owners are ... Read More

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9 months ago
JonSt

Cost of Visa agent by JonSt

Anyone who can share what they paid for agent services for opening a bank account and help with a non-immigrant O visa after arriving in Thailand?I do have the 800k to deposit into a Thai bank account, so I don't need their "help" with that ...

ronstaff

@martinoo2002i used an agent and yes i needed his help because i only had my bank account for 2 months not 3 . Now if i know all the correct forms and have them filled in before coming, that should work. First i would need to know what forms to ... Read More

ronstaff replied to a thread
9 months ago
Paul_Adams

My Experience Getting a Retirement Visa by Paul_Adams

US Citizen 2 week trip presently and returning in May for one month I was able to obtain a non-O, 90 day visa through the Washington DC embassy. I was shocked that they issued that to me without being in Thailand. I did not have to get insurance, ...

ronstaff

@Arild Huitfeldtno luck using phone number for Line. i emailed him and have not heard anything back. Do you know his line ID name? Read More

ronstaff replied to a thread
9 months ago
Paul_Adams

My Experience Getting a Retirement Visa by Paul_Adams

US Citizen 2 week trip presently and returning in May for one month I was able to obtain a non-O, 90 day visa through the Washington DC embassy. I was shocked that they issued that to me without being in Thailand. I did not have to get insurance, ...

ronstaff

@Arild Huitfeldti was unable to search with the phone number on line. i emailed him. i am so sorry about the cancer. Read More

ronstaff replied to a thread
9 months ago
rbakker

Non-Immigrant Visa(O) 2023 by rbakker

Hello, I'm going to be going through the process of applying for a Non-Immigrant Visa(O) very soon and I thought I'd create this thread for my questions and hopefully this will also help others.I've done quite a bit of research on this and read a ...

ronstaff

@Pete-bkk711wha t happens if you move from a condo to an air bnb after you have your bank account? i know they needed one to set up the account. i am not sure how long i can live in thailand. Read More