April 29, 2022
2 years ago
Hi advice needed please due to conflicting information from Thai Embassy.
We are Australian living in Australia. We are over 50yrs. We would like to holiday in Thailand for 7months.
Q1 - if we apply for a STV for 3 months, can this be renewed 2 times more (3months each time?). I have read from Sept 2021 this is not possible - I don’t know if this information is current .
Q2 - information on Thai Embassy Aust site says we need to provide fully paid evidence of accommodation for the 3 month period. How do you provide this if we are travelling around with no set plans?
We do not want to apply for the 1yr retirement visa as I feel the prepaid travel insurance for 1 yr would be a waste of money as we can only stay 7 months. In addition, we still have the same issue of prepaid accommodation for the set 1 yr period.
I appreciate any advice from fellow Aussies who have applied and have overcome the issues. Cheers.
TLDR : Answer Summary
An Australian couple over 50 years old seeks advice on holidaying in Thailand for 7 months. They inquire about the possibility of extending a Special Tourist Visa (STV) for a total of 9 months and how to provide prepaid accommodation proof when traveling without fixed plans. Responses indicate complications with the STV, with recommendations for the Non-O or Non-OA visas that require health insurance. Overall, travelers are advised to prepare necessary documentation and consider alternatives such as the multiple-entry tourist visa (TR60) for extended stays.
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.
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