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Do I need to obtain a visa before applying for the Thailand Elite Visa if my retirement visa has expired?

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Sep 8, 2020

4 years ago

Rick *****************

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The Elite Visa application package includes a declaration form, which must be signed and returned. 

In this form, I must state I have a current visa. 

My retirement “visa” has expired. Must I obtain a visa before applying for the Elite?

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The user is inquiring whether they need to have a valid visa before applying for the Thailand Elite Visa, as their retirement visa has expired. Comments suggest that applying for the Elite Visa is possible from both inside and outside Thailand, even if the current visa has expired.

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, Rick Groebel

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Shayne **********

Seeing that I know you Rick.

You can apply for elite visa from inside or outside Thailand. They are letting people in. It's taking a while

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talk to me if you want to know more.

USA embassies are allowed to attach stickers. It's taking a little time though.

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Rick *****************

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@Shayne *********

I appreciate any advice you can offer. I’m desperate to return home.

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