Thailand Visa Question No. 243/22: Combination Method

Questioner: Paul

I want to make use of the possibility to extend my period of stay annually on the basis of 'retirement'. I opt for the 400.000 Baht in the bank, supplemented with sufficient monthly pension payments.

I also understand that the money must demonstrably come from the Netherlands and that transfers via Wise (formerly TranferWise) are not sufficient as the deposits are made via a Thai bank.

But now I see on my Bangkok Bank app that the deposit via Wise is described as 'International funds transfer'. Does this mean that I can still use the (cheaper) Wise transfers?

Reaction RonnyLatYa

In your case, you just need to apply for a visa support letter from the embassy for the amount you will use as income. That and your bank amount will suffice.

Monthly deposits are mainly intended for those countries that do not issue an Affidavit or visa support letter.

The Netherlands does issue this and so it will probably also be demanded. Although such a thing is always a decision of immigration. And also what evidence they will accept.

Moreover, monthly deposits are only meant for the full amount of at least 65 000 Baht according to the regulations, although that also depends on the immigration office. In principle, therefore, not for the combination method.

I also make deposits through Wise and the Bangkok Bank and International Transfer has always been listed there. You do have to click on the good reason in Wise. Click on Long stay in Thailand or similar when preparing the Transfer as the reason.

I don't know if immigration will accept that. I am not using it for my application.

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