Can I obtain a retirement visa in Thailand without a tourist visa?

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If I arrive in Thailand without visa can visa agency help me with the retirement visa or must I have a tourist visa when I arrive

Ask Thailand · Answer

You can apply for a Non-O retirement visa upon arrival in Thailand without a tourist visa, but you generally need to enter the country on a visa-exempt basis or with a tourist visa. Some visa agencies can assist you in changing your visa type from a visa exemption entry to a Non-O visa, but it may be more practical to apply for a Non-O visa before traveling. Additionally, having a bank account in Thailand can present challenges if you enter without a visa. It's recommended to prepare necessary documents and consult with an immigration agent for specific procedures.

Thierry ******* · Answer

30,000 baths minimum

John ********** · Answer

Do yourself a favour and get the 90 day Non-O visa before you travel to Thailand. You can then easily get the 12 month extension yourself as long as you can meet the requirements.

Elías ******** · Answer

If you're from a visa exempt country, you can enter without a visa. If your country isn't on the visa exemption list, then you need to get an old fashioned tourist visa at a Thai Embassy abroad to enter Thailand. Some countries aren't elegible for visa exemption, but can get a visa on arrival, but that's only valid for 15 days and can't be extended inside the Kingdom.

Walrus ******* · Answer

Just come in on a normal 30 day visa get it extended. Go to Bangkok bank speak to the about opening an account But have your documents ready. Probably then have to get an agent who will sort out  for you

Mark ********* · Answer

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Andy ******* · Answer

Yes

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Roland ********** · Answer

If you have the opportunity, apply for a Non-O retired 90 days before you travel to Thailand if that works for you. It will becomes easier for you! to apply for a one year extension in Thailand.

And also cheaper! using an agent becomes more expensive😅😅

Nongnuch ******** · Answer

[mention redacted] your only problem would be, that you cannot open the required bank account on a touristic entry. You need to find an agent who has a deal with Immigration and a Thai bank, to allow you to apply for the "change of visa type" from a visa-exempt entry to a 90-days Non-Imm-O Retirement Visa, in the absence of a Thai bank account in your name. Some agents then will use the 2000.- THB fee receipt from Immigration to open a bank account in your name.

Jan ****************** · Answer

You can apply for a Non O visa based on retirement in country on a TM.87 for visa exemption. You’ll need minimum 15-21 days left on your current stamp. The requirements are the same for both entries.

Can I obtain a retirement visa in Thailand without a tourist visa?

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