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Can I Apply for a Retirement Visa Upon Entering Thailand as a UK National?

Retirement Visa Non-O Visa Thai Immigration

May 25, 2020

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I am a regular visit to Thailand and looking at a retirement visa, can I apply for that when I get into Thailand (UK National). I have a Thai Bank Account already.

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A UK national can apply for a retirement visa (Non-O) upon entering Thailand, provided they have at least 800,000 Baht in their Thai bank account. However, the acceptance of this application may vary by immigration office; some may allow applications while others may not. It is advisable to consider obtaining the visa prior to entering Thailand to streamline the process.

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James ********

If you can obtain it while you are in the UK...it will expedite the process here in Thailand.

Otherwise...get a Tourist visa in the UK

And when borders are open again..seek to convert it to a Non O and Extension of Stay inside Thailand. Not all Thai immigration offices allow that...some do...so best to get the Non O in the UK if possible.

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Neil ************

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thanks for the advice

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Benjamin ******

It depends on the immigration office, some allow a conversation, some don't.

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Nandita ********

Yes you can you need

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and depends where you are applying for the Non O and the requirements.

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