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Can I change my O-A visa to an O visa without canceling my current extension first?
Jun 16, 2025
a month ago
Stephen ***********
ORIGINAL POSTERTLDR : Answer Summary
The original poster wants to know if they need to cancel their current O-A visa extension before switching to a Non-O visa. Comments suggest that it is not necessary to wait for the current extension to expire; they can leave Thailand, get a 60-day visa exemption stamp across the border, and then apply for the Non-O visa in-country. It has been confirmed that exiting without a re-entry permit will effectively end the current extension. Additionally, one commenter noted a requirement for a significant financial statement (800k) for the new visa application.
NON-O RETIREMENT VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
- Go to the Retirement Visa Section for information on requirements, including age restrictions, financial requirements, and necessary documentation.
- For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
- Explore recent discussions by using the Non-O Retirement Visa tag in the search box at the top of the page.
- Join the Thai Visa Advice Facebook Group to ask your questions, and get advice from others.
