Can I change from an APEC card entry to a Non-O retirement visa in Thailand?

Jun 28, 2024
5 months ago
Albert ******
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We all know that we can change to non o retirement visa from exempt 30 days TR visa. Does anyone know or have experience if the same can be done when u enter with APEC card? Thanks all in advance. ๐Ÿ™
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The post inquires about the possibility of converting a 90-day APEC card entry to a Non-O retirement visa in Thailand. Responses indicate uncertainty, suggesting that it may be necessary to consult the local immigration office for definitive guidance, as the rules regarding APEC entries and visa changes are not clearly established.
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Gregor **********
can't find anything that says you can't. If an APEC entry is considered a '"tourist entry", you probably can
Albert ******
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@Gregor *********
thanks George. ๐Ÿ‘
Tod *********
Honestly I don't know if you can go from a 90 day APEC card entry to an in country Non-Immigrant type visa and I would imagine you'd have to go to your immigration office and see what they say.

IF I was a betting man I'd bet they say no, you'd have to exit/re-enter on a "normal" entry stamp of your nationality not a special entry like APEC is

BUT

as I said I don't know, let's see if anyone replies back to your post
Albert ******
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@Tod ********
thanks Tod ๐Ÿ˜Šlooks like enter on normal stamp is a safer option.
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