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Do I need a police clearance and medical certificate to apply for a retirement visa in Thailand from Vientiane?
Could someone please shed some light? We are on an extension of a visa exemption. Wanting to apply for a retirement visa, have an appointment in Vientiane, Laos. Do we need a police clearance and medical certificate?
TIA
TIA
Answer summary
When applying for a retirement visa (Non-O) in Thailand from Vientiane, Laos, there is some confusion regarding the need for a police clearance and medical certificate. It appears that typically, these documents are not required if converting from a tourist visa within Thailand. However, if applying directly in Vientiane, a doctor's certificate and police clearance may be needed based on local requirements. It is recommended to check the specific immigration requirements through local Thai immigration offices or official websites.
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Alf ***********
I guess the visa you want to apply for is a non-immigrant O visa, based on being over 50.
In Vientiane they do require a doctor's certificate and a police clearance.
In Vientiane they do require a doctor's certificate and a police clearance.
Robert **********
I did it that way. Saved getting police clearance and medical in home country, and may not be affected by new requirements for medical insurance (฿800k method).
Dianne *****
@Evan *******
that's interesting to knowEvan ********
Yes new med insurance! However one big advantage getting it in your home country is the potential to get almost two years out of the A-O visa.
p.s. in Oz they accept a medical certificate from Thailand made within 6 months
p.s. in Oz they accept a medical certificate from Thailand made within 6 months
Evan ********
Lots of confusing replies here.
To apply for a Retirement Visa O-A you need to apply “in” your own country (your passport country).
You can apply in Thailand when on a 60 day visa for O (Retirement) visa but will need to meet the requirements including 800,000 baht in a Thai bank etc. best to look up on the Thai Immigration website
To apply for a Retirement Visa O-A you need to apply “in” your own country (your passport country).
You can apply in Thailand when on a 60 day visa for O (Retirement) visa but will need to meet the requirements including 800,000 baht in a Thai bank etc. best to look up on the Thai Immigration website
Steven ***************
@Evan *******
. That goes without saying. Same requirements everywhereEvan ********
@Rob *********
yep if you meet all the requirementsRob **********
@Evan *******
.... What is confusing? You can convert to a visa based on being over 50 years of age in Thailand.Steven ***************
@Rob *********
. You dont in most countries to apply for a thai tourist visa.Steven ***************
@Rob *********
. Good question.Rob **********
@Steven **************
.....Right - why doesn't she do it in Thailand ?Steven ***************
Shes going to Lais to apply for a Thai retirement visa.
Steven ***************
Shes not applying for a tourist visa anyway.. read it again. Shes applying for a retirement visa
Rob **********
@Steven **************
???? I thought she was going to Vientiane.Steven ***************
Lynda Bernhardt . No
Rob **********
Why don't you get a 60 day tourist visa in Vientiane? Convert to a Non O based on being over 50 years old when you're back in Thailand. You don't need police clearance or medical certificate for this but go to your local immigration office and ask for a handout of requirements they need for the specifics of your visa. If you have the funds it should be straightforward.
Rob **********
Dennis Gray...... Sorry, I thought I was replying to Lynda Bernhardt
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