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Do I need an onward ticket if I arrive in Thailand with a 90-day Non-O visa for retirement?

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Apr 9, 2025

5 days ago

Ray ********

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Hi if we arrive to Thailand with a 90 days non o visa for purpose of retirement,  do we need to have an onward ticket.  Thanks

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No, you do not need to have an onward ticket when arriving in Thailand with a 90-day Non-O visa for the purpose of retirement. This requirement applies only to tourists. Additionally, some travelers suggest checking with your airline for refund options on return flights.

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Peter ****************

No, not needed but maybe a tip. Check y'r airline for refund options. I bought a return flight from EVA Air and when I decided to stay in Thailand, I got a refund of 150€ !! on my 'return home flight', so this made my 'one way' to Thailand 150€ cheaper then when I had booked a one way ticket in the first place.

5 days ago

Brandon ************

Non-immigrant visas have no requirement for onward travel. It's only tourists that require that.

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