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Retirement Visa Thailand – Retirement Visa Extension in Thailand

Retirement Visa

The retirement visa is for foreigners of any nationality aged 50 or over who want to live in Thailand on a long-term visa. Family members, such as the applicant's wife or husband, can also accompany the visa holder.

NON-IMMGRANT O VISA

RETIREMENT VISA

You must show proof of funds in Thailand: at least 800,000 baht in a savings or fixed deposit account, or a monthly income of at least 65,000 baht, or 12 months of income totalling at least 800,000 baht. Documents for the retirement visa are submitted at the Immigration Bureau.

Retirement Visa – documents required

1. Original passport

2. Three 2-inch photos

3. Bank book from Kasikorn, Krungthai, Bangkok Bank or Krungsri, with a signed copy of the first page

4. Your address in Thailand and a contact phone number

Retirement visa Non-Immigrant O + 1 year – 15 months in total

1. Processing time

If changing to Non-O only

You must appear in person at the Chaeng Watthana Immigration office
Please bring all the documents listed above

Retirement visa – frequently asked questions (Q&A)

How old do I need to be for a retirement visa extension?

Applicants must be at least 50 years old and hold a Non-Immigrant O (or O-A) visa that can be extended for retirement.

How much money do I need in the bank for a retirement extension?

Under current rules you need at least 800,000 baht deposited in a Thai bank, or a monthly income of at least 65,000 baht, or a combination totalling at least 800,000 baht a year, with conditions on how long the money is held. Our team checks this before you apply.

How long is a retirement extension valid?

1 year at a time, renewable every year as long as you still qualify. In the meantime you must complete a 90-day report every 90 days.

How far in advance should I apply for a retirement extension?

You can usually apply about 30 days before your current stay expires. Contact our team early so your proof of funds is ready in time.

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