chang50

I just like to be as prepared as possible..I know things could change again before then : )

Guess I'll have to ask for them just to be on the safe side..

Will be doing my retirement extension at Jomtien in the new year.I rent my house and a copy of my rental agreement has sufficed as proof of address but since there have been reports of some offices requiring copies of landlords id and tabian baan has anyone had experience of Jomtien wanting this?

Stray dogs terrify me,I often carry a walking stick to protect myself.Dog lovers don't seem to remotely care about the distress and injury caused by strays and

unsupervised pets as well.

Anthony5

I am sure you believe that to be "good " advice !

Let us hope no one is mislead by that mistaken ,bad and totally Wrong misinformation ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

Well yes, probably the Thai immigration is posting misinformation on their website.

http://mfa.go.th/main/en/services/4908/15385-Non-Immigrant-Visa-%22O-A%22-%28Long-Stay%29.html

Non-Immigrant Visa O-A (Long Stay)

This type of visa may be issued to applicants aged 50 years and over who wish to stay in Thailand for a period of not exceeding 1 year without the intention of working.

Now since this is a VISA which is issued under the exact same conditions/requirements as an extension of stay based on retirement, this can be called a retirement visa.

Oh look there is such a thing as a retirement visa after all issued in the applicant's home country different to the extension of stay based on retirement many of us have.Actually I've personally known a couple of guys with this so it's not that surprising..

@thaibeachlovers

cheap charlies go to the agency once in a year to have the funds provided .

wbr

roobaa01

Which is illegal of course so can't be discussed :-)

People reporting their experiences here REALLY need to be clear about what Immigration office they were dealing with, since policies and practices vary so much from place to place.

For me, I've been doing retirement extensions in BKK for years, and never that I can recall have been asked for any specific proof of residence, other than writing out my address on the application forms. I've always brought along a copy of my rental agreement when I've gone for my annual extension renewals, but never yet been asked to produce it.

Likewise no problems at Jomtien...we all know regulations are interpreted differently by immigration offices all over the country.Fora like this allow people to warn each other of potential problems and I much appreciate that..forewarned is forearmed.If it's not true,no harm done.

I did my last retirement extension last fall at BKK Chaeng Wattana. Anything change there on that issue since then???

The problem here is potentially applicants for extensions can be refused for something entirely outside their control.

Is there ANY evidence of this "potential" problem actually occurring ?

Why do some insist on seeking to spread alarm and despondency based on little more than manufactured

Rumour ?

And sure enough nzsexpat already stands corrected judging by reports already coming in on the forum.

So now we can expect a full apology?Lol I won't be holding my breath!

Thank you mommysboy, I was polite and civil and even if I was mistaken in my posts no one should be belittled publicly like that.Hardly going to encourage new posters is it?

The problem here is potentially applicants for extensions can be refused for something entirely outside their control.

Is there ANY evidence of this "potential" problem actually occurring ?

Why do some insist on seeking to spread alarm and despondency based on little more than manufactured Rumour ?

Well excuse me, I was under the impression (mistakenly obviously) that this was a forum that encouraged free speech and exchange of ideas.My only evidence is anecdotal from speaking on Facebook to expats from Phuket but I expect that would be rudely dismissed as well,Sorry to have been such a nuisance.

The problem here is potentially applicants for extensions can be refused for something entirely outside their control.

If your landlord refuses to give you a copy of his ID card and Tabian Ban, inform Immigration of that fact and take whatever other proof of address you have. Alternatively find a more appreciative landlord.

If you can't contact him, how do you pay the rent? Stop paying the rent, I'm sure he will soon contact you.

So if that required evidence is copies of your landlord's id and blue house book, as i have heard,and he refuses to provide them or he cannot be contacted,what then?

Do you have a rental agreement?

Bills in your name to that address?

If your landlord refuses to give you a copy of his ID card and Tabian Ban, inform Immigration of that fact and take whatever other proof of address you have. Alternatively find a more appreciative landlord.

If you can't contact him, how do you pay the rent? Stop paying the rent, I'm sure he will soon contact you.

Many people pay their rent thru an agent..my previous landlord lived abroad and I only see my current one two or three times a year.Hoping it won't be a problem for me...can you imagine having to move because of this...or worse losing your extension?

So if that required evidence is copies of your landlord's id and blue house book, as i have heard,and he refuses to provide them or he cannot be contacted,what then?

Looks like Jomtien is OK..for now.On Facebook it is being suggested that this is linked to Thai landlords not declaring rental income for tax and farangs are being used to uncover them.And if some innocent person loses their visa because their landlord won't cooperate..tough titties!

Jomtien was fine.

Last time I reported was told just bring passport next time no forms or docs.,then you read about all this extra paperwork.What if your landlord won't help?

For extension based on retirement..and tenants who rent from Thais.It seems you are not allowed to rent from foreigners.

Came upon this situation on Facebook..Phuket immigration and others now want a copy of house owners ID and house blue book,when doing a 90 day report,not always easy to get from your landlord.

Anyone know about this..I report at Jomtien soon?

Thanx for both replies,so it seems I don't need to do everything the same day although it is an option.

Does Jomtien immigration soi 5 expect a withdrawl from your bank on the same day you apply for a new retirement extension?Last year when I was granted my first extension I made a small withdrawl early in the morning before getting my bank letter which showed this transaction and I only had to photocopy the last entry in my bank book,because I heard this was required.Is it still required or was it ever?Thanx guys..

Immigration at the airport will not put anything in your passport to do with 90 day reports. You have to count the days yourself.

When you do your 90 day report immigration will check your entry stamp to see if you are reporting on time.

Thanx m8..

You will be stamped into the country up to the date your extension ends.

You put you re-entry permit number on your TM6 arrival card instead of a visa number.

You 90 day report will be due 90 days form your date of arrival including that date in the count.

Thanx Joe...I meant TM 6 oops...so do they replace the slip in the front of your passport with a new one telling you to report 90 days later?

Hi,

I have a one year retirement extension and understand I need a re-entry permit when I go back to England soon.Just wondering on return at Bangkok airport what stamp should I expect Immigration to put in my passport,my 90 day report isn't due when I'm away.Do I reset at 90 days or is that only if my report day expires whilst abroad?Also I've heard I should put my re-entry permit number instead of my visa number on my TM 47 card?Being my first time I don't know so some advice would be appreciated,thanx.

<<The day before is acceptable at most offices. CW for is same day. A bank book update on same day is needed at the majority of offices.>>

There was a post a couple of months ago (?), someone submitted the bank letter and the bank book update which showed differing amounts.

Both more-than-satisfied the financial requirements, but the TV-poster got knocked back by Immi. because of the discrepancy.

To get an updated bank book update, you need to make a transaction that day. So you may need to withdraw 200B, then deposit it straight away,

then do the bank book update... AA

Or you could make a withdrawl earlier that day before getting your letter then do an update and go to immigration,all the same day?