elliss Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 thai imigration have changed the requirements for a type o multi entry visa . for non married applicants ,they must have proof of a minimum of £900. per mounth income , pensons etc. seems they are tightening up on farangs living in the kingdom on the cheap. :jap: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotlost Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 Source?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david555 Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 (edited) Be happy, in Holland & Belgium requirment for that is 1250 euros , is even more comparing pound so you are lucky ...., but is true you feel Thailand only likes the russians now Edited February 28, 2011 by david555 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jingthing Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 The OP is so vague I hope this is closed unless/until specific/credible news can be confirmed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david555 Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 (edited) link thai consulate amsterdam The OP is so vague I hope this is closed unless/until specific/credible news can be confirmed. 1250 EURO you can find confirmation on thai consulate Amsterdam , just Google and look under visa , you can choose for english language Edited February 28, 2011 by david555 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jingthing Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 (edited) The OP implies this is a blanket policy change for all Thai multi O visas everywhere. I see no evidence of that from reports from one or two embassies or consulates. The Washington D.C. embassy has nothing about it. I think it is certainly news when even one consulate has changed its policy, but the OP implies this is blanket change. I remain very skeptical about that until there is a formal announcement from a more general source. If someone means Hull has changed, say Hull, don't say thai imigration have changed Edited February 28, 2011 by Jingthing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elliss Posted February 28, 2011 Author Share Posted February 28, 2011 Source?? WEBB SIE THAICONSULATE HULL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elliss Posted February 28, 2011 Author Share Posted February 28, 2011 (edited) [ The OP is so vague I hope this is closed unless/until specific/credible news can be confirmed. KEEP UP WITH THE LATEST IMMIGRATION REGS , YOUR SO OUT OFF TOUCH LOOK UP THE THAI CONSULATE WEB SITE , :jap: Edited March 1, 2011 by sbk flame removed-mind your manners Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdinasia Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 KEEP UP WITH THE LATEST IMMIGRATION REGS , YOUR SO OUT OFF TOUCH LOOK UP THE THAI CONSULATE WEB SITE , :jap: Is there only one such website? There are Thai consulates and Embassies all over the world, I have checked three with no mention of any such changes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jingthing Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 So we are talking about Hull and perhaps Amsterdam. Is that really RECENT news from Hull? Okie dokie. Next ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david555 Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 So we are talking about Hull and perhaps Amsterdam. Is that really RECENT news from Hull? Okie dokie. Next ... For next... .........put Antwerp Consulate also on the list , howevher not on their website , but by private mail , after request for the latest rules for al types of visa .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bifftastic Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 I just had a look on the Hull Thai Consulate website http://thaiconsul.co.uk/downloads-and-visas.aspx and there's a document dated the 18th of this month, entitled 'Abb additional Information for Non-Imm Visas' Which states; (scroll to the bottom for the information on retiring on such a visa) Category“O” Marriedto a Thai national Evidence required: Copy of marriagecertificate (in English). or Visiting family working/living in Thailand Evidence required: Birth/MarriageCertificate to show relationship plus letter from relative confirming they are in Thailand together with copy of validentry visa in their passport or copy of valid work permit. or Residing in Thailand Evidence required: Copy of house deeds. or Volunteer work Evidence required: Suitable letter from recognisedcharity. or Visiting Thailand as Pensioner Evidence required: Copy of bank statementshowing receipt of pension. or Visiting Thailand as retired person aged 50years and over Evidence required: Copy of bank statementshowing income of minimum £900.00 per month. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jingthing Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 (edited) So could this over 50 person still get a SINGLE entry O visa and then do a retirement extension in Thailand using the bank account method? The OP talks about multiple O's, not single. In any case, a person over 50 without a pension can still come to Thailand on a tourist visa and even a 30 day stamp, and still get a retirement extension (first doing a change of visa status to O IN Thailand). Edited February 28, 2011 by Jingthing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david555 Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 I just had a look on the Hull Thai Consulate website http://thaiconsul.co...-and-visas.aspx and there's a document dated the 18th of this month, entitled 'Abb additional Information for Non-Imm Visas' Which states; (scroll to the bottom for the information on retiring on such a visa) Category"O" Marriedto a Thai national Evidence required: Copy of marriagecertificate (in English). or Visiting family working/living in Thailand Evidence required: Birth/MarriageCertificate to show relationship plus letter from relative confirming they are in Thailand together with copy of validentry visa in their passport or copy of valid work permit. or Residing in Thailand Evidence required: Copy of house deeds. or Volunteer work Evidence required: Suitable letter from recognisedcharity. or Visiting Thailand as Pensioner Evidence required: Copy of bank statementshowing receipt of pension. or Visiting Thailand as retired person aged 50years and over Evidence required: Copy of bank statementshowing income of minimum £900.00 per month. oh good to know for sure , as i should not reach the 1250 euro i can go shopping for visa in hull , "Thailand rules ", shouldn you love them 1250€ = 1036 £....... lucky UK guys... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bifftastic Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 So could this over 50 person still get a SINGLE entry O visa and then do a retirement extension in Thailand using the bank account method? The OP talks about multiple O's, not single. In any case, a person over 50 without a pension can still come to Thailand on a tourist visa and even a 30 day stamp, and still get a retirement extension (first doing a change of visa status to O IN Thailand). I guess so, looks like it's aimed at people who might get a non-imm o multiple entry, use it for the full length, but not have any connections to Thailand like a wife or family, or property. The 'visiting friends' thing was tightened up recently too, now you need to show rental agreements or condo ownership, if you're not married. Still, if you meet the B800,000 in the bank requirement, you can get an extension, as you say, on many types of visa. If the monthly income variety, £900 is less than B65,000 anyway! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lite Beer Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 thai imigration have changed the requirements for a type o multi entry visa .for non married applicants ,they must have proof of a minimum of £900. per mounth income , pensons etc. seems they are tightening up on farangs living in the kingdom on the cheap. Thai Immigration do not issue Visas. Thai Consulates do. These are the requirements asked for by one particular Thai Consulate. Requirements elsewhere will vary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elliss Posted March 1, 2011 Author Share Posted March 1, 2011 Thai Immigration do not issue Visas. Thai Consulates do. These are the requirements asked for by one particular Thai Consulate. Requirements elsewhere will vary. thank you for your valid reply . thai immigration make the rules , the thai consulates that issue the visa FOLLOW THESE RULES [ hope you understand ] i obtain my visa @ the thai consulate in cardiff, WALES . maybe these new visa , requirements only apply in the UK ,@ english consulate . which is understandable . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beano2274 Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 If you are applying for a Non Immigrant OA Visa then the following rules apply: Also OP for what reasons are you applying for a Non IMM O Visa???? Notice the 65,000 monthly income!!! Taken from the Thai Consulate site in Cardiff EXTENDED STAYS FOR PERSONS AGED 50 OR OVER NON-IMMIGRANT – VISA CATEGORY “O-A” Persons aged 50 or above are now being allowed to take up retreat in Thailand initially for at least one year from date of arrival provided they are able to meet stipulated financial and other requirements, i.e. 1. Annual income equivalent to 800,000 Baht or monthly income of 65,000 Baht. (Current rate but subject to review) 2. Provide Medical Certificate confirming applicant has no infectious disease, (including Leprosy, Tuberculosis, Filatiasis, Drug addiction, V.D. Alcoholism is also precluded) and has not suffered an infectious disease for over 3 months. 3. Provide statement confirming applicant has no criminal record. 4. If accompanied by Spouse – Marriage Certificate to be supplied. A proportional increase in annual income would also apply. The above documentation has to be certified by a Notary Public and be submitted with 4 completed Visa Application Forms and 4 recent photographs, Passport size, together with Passport and appropriate fee. (Currently £15 but under review). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elliss Posted March 1, 2011 Author Share Posted March 1, 2011 If you are applying for a Non Immigrant OA Visa then the following rules apply: Also OP for what reasons are you applying for a Non IMM O Visa???? Notice the 65,000 monthly income!!! Taken from the Thai Consulate site in Cardiff EXTENDED STAYS FOR PERSONS AGED 50 OR OVER NON-IMMIGRANT – VISA CATEGORY “O-A” thank you for your good information, and your sound advice . unfortunately , i have to wait another two years , [cant come quick enough ] then i will be living full time in thailand, and i will pay the 800,000 into my thai bank account , that is if the immigrtation, do not change the rules ,AGAIN . if they fkc it up too much , i will be looking elesewhere to retire. now i visit LOS, 3 times a year . :jap: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beano2274 Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 I take it you used the "Non Immigrant O Visa for visiting friends" before. The rules change, but not too much, you just need to keep in touch with what is happening on the visa front. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elliss Posted March 2, 2011 Author Share Posted March 2, 2011 I take it you used the "Non Immigrant O Visa for visiting friends" before yes , i have a letter from a farang friend , married to a thai lady . they own a house in udon. now it seems the letter is only good for wiping the toot . maybe i will try the EDUCATION VISA , ideal for a cheap charlie , like me . seems thai immigration , have not cottoned on to this scam , YET . :jap: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baco Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 I take it you used the "Non Immigrant O Visa for visiting friends" before yes , i have a letter from a farang friend , married to a thai lady . they own a house in udon. now it seems the letter is only good for wiping the toot . maybe i will try the EDUCATION VISA , ideal for a cheap charlie , like me . seems thai immigration , have not cottoned on to this scam , YET . can't the sent you a "rental" agreement and then based on renting a house get a non immigrant multiple entry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdinasia Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 If you "visit" Thailand 3X a year then it would appear that double-entry Tourist visas would be adequate to your needs. (even single entry if you do not stay over 90 days at a time!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InterestedObserver Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 thai immigration make the rules , the thai consulates that issue the visa FOLLOW THESE RULES [ hope you understand ] Immigration does not make the visa rules, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs does. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phatcharanan Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 thai immigration make the rules , the thai consulates that issue the visa FOLLOW THESE RULES [ hope you understand ] Immigration does not make the visa rules, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs does. Tee hee hee. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JosephMcCann Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 Ok so the changes don't seem much different than before (for my circumstance anyway). I am on an 'o' visa as visiting friends and family (technically both the same person (girlfriend, her family)). With the change I guess next year all I need to is show the rental contract for where we are staying for the year with my name on it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaiphoon Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 With the change I guess next year all I need to is show the rental contract for where we are staying for the year with my name on it? Believe rental contract is currently acceptable by Hull for issue of Non-O visa, but who knows what the rules could be next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JosephMcCann Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 Believe rental contract is currently acceptable by Hull for issue of Non-O visa, but who knows what the rules could be next year. hopefully it stays that way once mine runs out in december! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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