Retirement Visa (Non-O / O-A / O-X)

Who qualifies

• Aged 50 or over.
• THB 800,000 in a Thai bank (seasoned 2-3 months), OR THB 65,000/month income, OR a combination totalling THB 800,000/year.
• No prohibited criminal record; health insurance required for O-A/O-X.

Requirements

• THB 800k bank deposit or THB 65k/mo income (embassy letter / verifiable).
• Health insurance (mandatory for O-A and O-X; recommended for Non-O).
• Passport valid through the visa period.

Step-by-step

1. Enter on a Non-Immigrant O (or apply O-A/O-X from home country).
2. Open a Thai bank account and season THB 800k for the required period.
3. Apply for the 1-year retirement extension at your local Immigration office.
4. Do 90-day reports and re-season funds before each annual renewal.

Documents you'll need

• Passport
• Bank book + bank letter (THB 800k) or income proof
• Health insurance certificate
• TM forms, photos, proof of address

Common mistakes to avoid

• Dropping below THB 800k during the seasoning window.
• Skipping health insurance for O-A/O-X.
• Missing the 90-day report deadline.

FAQ

Sources & References

• Immigration Bureau
• Thai e-Visa — Ministry of Foreign Affairs
• Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand

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