Have a question regarding Non O and Non O-A Visas
Does anyone have experience with obtaining a 1-year Non O-A Visa in their home country and then once in Thailand switching to a Non O after a year and after 12 months of depositing needed pension funds into a Thai Bank?
Seems that would be a "smoother" transition. I meet all the requirements, and I was already planning on getting health insurance.
Any thoughts?
TLDR : Answer Summary
The discussion revolves around the possibility of transitioning from a Non-OA visa to a Non-O visa in Thailand after a year. It is difficult to switch directly; most users suggest you must leave Thailand and re-enter on a different visa type. While some immigration offices may accept monthly bank transfers for the Non-O visa, experiences vary significantly between different locations in Thailand, emphasizing the importance of knowing the specific regulations of the local immigration office.
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