Can I apply for a one-year extension of my Non-O Visa after only two weeks in Thailand?

You can apply for a one-year extension of your Non-Immigrant O Visa (Retirement) after being in Thailand for just two weeks, but there are some requirements to keep in mind.

To be eligible, you'll need to meet the financial requirements, which include having at least 800,000 THB in a Thai bank account or a monthly income of 65,000 THB. Since you've had over a million THB in your account for a year, you should be good to go.[¹]( [²]( [³](

As for the minimum number of days required in Thailand, there's no specific rule, but you'll typically need to be in the country to apply for the extension. It's recommended to apply for the extension before your current visa expires.

Here are the general steps to apply for the one-year extension:

- *Gather required documents*: You'll need a completed TM7 form, passport, photocopies of relevant pages, TM30 confirmation, 90-day report confirmation, and two recent 4x6cm full-face photographs.

- *Meet financial requirements*: Ensure your bank account meets the minimum balance requirement.

- *Apply at immigration*: Submit your application at the Thai Immigration Office.

It's always a good idea to check with the immigration office or a reliable source, like Thai Visa Expert, for the latest requirements and procedures.

At jomtien last week I asked was 30 days

At Jomtien, it was 40 days.

45days to 30days before expiry depending on immigration office

I believe you can only apply when you have 45 days left on your existing visa. A neighbour of mine tried this same thing a few days ago after only being here three weeks. They told him to come back later.

Most offices will allow you to apply when you have 30 days left on your current stamp. Some like Bangkok Chiang Mai and Phuket will allow 45 days prior.