Can I apply for a Non-O visa in Thailand to extend my stay based on retirement?

Non-O Visa Retirement Visa Visa Extension Pattaya Immigration Thailand Expat Advice

Jan 23, 2021

4 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

I'm here in Thailand halfway through a 2 month tourist visa, I've had 800k in bank for ages now, and I'm over 50.

Can I get a Non O visa from immigration to start my extension based on retirement?  How easy is it in Pattaya or should I go to an agent?  Advice appreciated.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user is currently in Thailand on a 2-month tourist visa, over 50 years old, and has the necessary funds in the bank to qualify for a Non-O visa based on retirement. Responses suggest that the application process for the Non-O visa is straightforward and can be completed at immigration without needing an agent. Supporting comments confirm that having the required funds available in the bank is crucial and emphasize the ease of the process in Pattaya, with users sharing their successful experiences.

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Haydn *******

ORIGINAL POSTER

Thanks all for your advice.. NON O visa sorted today no hassle at all. 😁😁😁👍👍👍

4 years ago

John ********

Yes easy

4 years ago

Steve *******

Yep. You need to apply for the non imm O first. I believe you just need to prove the 800,000k was transferred from abroad. After the 90 days you get with the visa runs down you can apply for the 1 year extention of stay.

4 years ago

Andrew ********

Its a very easy process. Did mine the other week. All done in an hour.

4 years ago

Dana *******

This FB group is also very good for information :

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Check also the Pattaya City Expats Club website. I got all the info from there. Very comprehensive. A bit of homework, but it is worth the effort. You will save lots of money. ;-)

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3 Check also the Pattaya City Expats Club website. I got all the info from there. Very comprehensive. A bit of homework, but it is worth the effort. You will save lots of money. ;-)

4 years ago

Bob **********

Easy just go to immigration and start the non-o then extend

4 years ago

Grant ************

If you’ve had the money in the bank for the last two months then I would just apply with immigration and not use an agent.

The money also needs to stay in your account after your visa has been done.

4 years ago

Ray *****

Very easy to do yourself, just go to immigration and get the non O

4 years ago

Bim *******

Yes you need to apply for a Non O.

4 years ago

Haydn *******

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@Bim ******

can I do that at Jomtien immigration?

4 years ago

Dana *******

@Haydn ******

Yes. I did it in Jomtien. Go there and ask them again exactly what documents you need, how many copies of each, etc. Not difficult. Just do it. Once you will have done it, you will know for the future.

4 years ago

Bim *******

@Haydn ******

you need to phone 1178 and ask. Very helpful number

4 years ago

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Bim *******

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