Can I enter Thailand on a Tourist Visa and then change to a Non-O Retirement Visa or Thai Elite Visa?

Non-O Retirement Visa Tourist Visa Thai Elite Visa Visa Change Visa Process in Thailand

Apr 5, 2021

4 years ago

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I can qualify for a Non-O retirement visa, but wondering if it wouldn't be easier to arrive on a Tourist or transit visa and then change once there, mainly due to the medical certificate, probably cheaper and easier to get it done in Thailand. Does that make sense?

I am also considering the Thai Elite and I think I can change easily from a Tourist visa to Thai Elite when in Thailand, right?

Thanks for the help!

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user is exploring the possibility of entering Thailand on a Tourist Visa to subsequently change to a Non-O Retirement Visa or a Thai Elite Visa. They are considering this approach due to the perceived ease and cost-effectiveness of obtaining the necessary medical certificate while in Thailand. A commenter suggests that it might be possible to switch from a Tourist Visa to a Thai Elite Visa, although they recommend confirming this information and considering the need for an extension during the process.

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Luis ***********

not certain but I think you can enter with a tourist visa and then change to a Thai Elite visa. You may need to get an extension while you with for the Elite visa process to be completed. I hope that others in the group will correct me if I gave incorrect info.

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