Can I apply for a Non O visa after entering Thailand on a METV?

METV Non O visa Thailand retirement visa extension bank account requirements expat advice

Jul 8, 2024

5 months ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

Morning.  I could do with a bit of advice. I intend to apply for the METV after I retire in October. I want to spend a few months in Thailand to see if is definitely the right place for me to retire.  As much as we have the dream, reality could be a different matter.  If all goes well, can I then apply for the Non O VISA whilst there on the METV, maybe on the last 60+30 days of the visa?

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The original poster is seeking advice on whether they can apply for a Non O visa after entering Thailand on a METV following their retirement. Several comments clarify that while you can apply for the Non O visa within the final 60-day period of the METV, banking requirements and the possibility of visa extensions may pose challenges.

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Max *************

You have only 60 days on that METV. It's officially not extendable another 30 days at immigration. You can apply for the 90 days Non-immigrant O visa based on retirement after 30 days,but you also need ฿800k in a thai bank account. This will probably be your most important issue.

5 months ago

Bart **************

@Max ************

Since when can 60 day entries on an METV not be extended anymore? That would be big news! Pity we all missed it.

5 months ago

Jan ******************

@Max ************

A METV gives you 60 days upon each entry which also can be extended each time with additional 30 days at your local immigration. That’s why you could get up to 9 months in Thailand if you maximise a METV the right way. She can apply for a Non O retirement straight away and need 15-21 days left on her stamp depending on where she applies on a TM.86.

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Steve **********

I came with the same thought about 21 years ago........guess I'm still thinking, but haven't left.

5 months ago

Jan ******************

You probably need to get an agent to help you opening a bank account for banking the required 800K baht before you can apply for a Non O in country.

5 months ago

Brandon ************

Yes, you can do this. Though you will likely have issues trying to open a bank account while on a tourist visa.

5 months ago

Debbie ********

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@Brandon ***********

Yes I’ve read that’s an issue. I will have to use an agent I guess. If all goes to plan I intend to try to get through the visa paperwork without an agent. How hard can it be! 😂 Thanks Brandon. Your advice is always solid.

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Can I apply for a retirement visa (Non-O) in Thailand after arriving on the 30-day visa exemption?

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