I will be going to America later this month. Are there any Thai or US Consulate documents that I need to obtain in Bangkok before I attempt to get my non-immigrant O or retirement visa in Denver?

Would the requirement of obtaining a non-immigrant O to convert immediately to a retirement visa still apply if I do go through the process in America at the Royal Thai Consulate in Denver, Colorado?

Should I take with with me a certified letter from the Amererican Consulate (Embassy?) in Bangkok establishing proof of income?

I'll be in Colorado Mar 31 through Apr 10, which is when I fly back to Thailand. Hand deliver documents to the Royal Thai Consulate?

I've messed up with immigration enough that I think posting these questions is a good idea for me.

Thanks.

I will be going to America later this month. Are there any Thai or US Consulate documents that I need to obtain in Bangkok before I attempt to get my non-immigrant O or retirement visa in Denver?

Would the requirement of obtaining a non-immigrant O to convert immediately to a retirement visa still apply if I do go through the process in America at the Royal Thai Consulate in Denver, Colorado?

Should I take with with me a certified letter from the Amererican Consulate (Embassy?) in Bangkok establishing proof of income?

I'll be in Colorado Mar 31 through Apr 10, which is when I fly back to Thailand. Hand deliver documents to the Royal Thai Consulate?

I've messed up with immigration enough that I think posting these questions is a good idea for me.

Thanks.

You will not be able to "convert" you visa overseas.

You can only apply for a new visa at a Thai embassy or consulate.

I suggest you apply for a Non Imm O visa (single entry) at a convenient consulate.

State retirement as your reason, assuming you are 50+.

You should not need any special documentation, just passport and photo,

but have a copy of your Thai bank book available in case they ask about funds

and a house rental agreement, if you have one.

Once you enter Thailand you can apply for an extension based on retirement

and at that stage you will need to show a certified income or 800k in the bank.

Edited March 21, 200620 yr by astral

Would the requirement of obtaining a non-immigrant O to convert immediately to a retirement visa still apply if I do go through the process in America at the Royal Thai Consulate in Denver, Colorado?

You obtain a single entry "O" visa and then apply for the extension of stay based on retirement here in Thailand.

Should I take with with me a certified letter from the Amererican Consulate (Embassy?) in Bangkok establishing proof of income?

Not needed in Denver but take it with you just to be 100% sure.

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