I was just told by the immigration office on Koh Samui that I can NOT apply for a retirement Visa because I used the 45 day exemption when I arrived.
Anyone have a clue on what I'm supposed to do to get a retirement Visa? I meet all the requirements.
Stressed.
TLDR : Answer Summary
The user is struggling to apply for a retirement visa in Thailand after having utilized a 45-day visa exemption. Even though they meet all necessary requirements, they were informed by the Koh Samui immigration office that they cannot apply due to how the exemption was handled. Several commenters suggest strategies including confirming days left on their entry stamp, applying for a 30-day extension, hiring a visa agent for assistance, and considering a border run before reapplying.
NON-O RETIREMENT VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
- Go to the Retirement Visa Section for information on requirements, including age restrictions, financial requirements, and necessary documentation.
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