This is NOT an official government website. We are an independent resource providing information and assistance to travelers.

Can a disabled foreigner obtain a power of attorney for retirement visa matters in Thailand?

May 10, 2025
3 days ago
My friend had a stroke in now is in a assisted living facility can he get a letter from his doctor so that an agent, a lawyer or friend can get power of attorney to do his annual retirement visa without his presence at immigration? How can you keep your retirement visa active if you're disabled?
1,341
views
6
likes
27
all likes
6
replies
0
images
7
users
TLDR : Answer Summary
A friend of the user, who had a stroke and is now in an assisted living facility, seeks advice on whether he can obtain a letter from his doctor to allow an agent, lawyer, or friend to handle his annual retirement visa without his presence at immigration. The discussion revolves around the possibilities of using a medical certificate, the requirements for setting up a power of attorney, and how to keep the retirement visa active despite being disabled.
NON-O RETIREMENT VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
  • Go to the Retirement Visa Section for information on requirements, including age restrictions, financial requirements, and necessary documentation.
  • For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
  • Explore recent discussions by using the Non-O Retirement Visa tag in the search box at the top of the page.
  • Join the Thai Visa Advice Facebook Group to ask your questions, and get advice from others.
Yu-Li ****
Tiktok did it. Call them.
Lee ***********
To raise a POA the doner has to be of sound mind to understand and sign it. Maybe too late.
Hans *************
Medical certificate, then someone else can go for you. I read it like this.
David ******
Phone pattaya stroke centre see if they can help ?
Anita ********
Would also like to know
Brandon ************
Has the assisted living facility not had to deal with this before? I would think they would have a procedure for it, unless your friend is the first foreigner to ever stay there.
Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else
... members · 60% approval rate
The Thai Visa Advice And Everything Else group allows for a broad range of discussions on life in Thailand, beyond just visa inquiries.
Join the Group
Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else
View the Conversation
Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else