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Can I apply for a retirement visa through an agent before my tourist visa expires on September 11?

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Aug 11, 2025

9 months ago

Eileen ************************

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I just extended my 60 day tourist visa which will expire on Sept 11. Is it possible to apply for and get a retirement visa through an agent before then?

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Yes, it is possible to apply for a retirement visa (NON-O) through an agent before your 60-day tourist visa expires. You can also apply to change your visa status at the local immigration office if you have sufficient funds in a Thai bank account.

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Yes

@Eileen ***********************

9 months ago

John **********

Do you have a Thai bank account? If so its easy enough to do yourself

9 months ago

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

If you have a Thai bank account with 800k baht you can change to a 90 days Non-O based on retirement at the local immigration office.Cost: 2,000 baht.

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Yes.

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9 months ago

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Yes through an agent.

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