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How can I obtain a Non-O visa in Thailand without any connections?
NON-O VisaThailandVisa ApplicationExpat LifeRetirement VisaVisa RequirementsImmigrationLiving in Thailand
May 7, 2025
a year ago
Marc *********
ORIGINAL POSTERHow can I get a non o visa without knowing anyone in Thailand. Thank You
TLDR : Answer Summary
To obtain a NON-O visa in Thailand without knowing anyone, you can apply directly if you're 50 years or older by meeting certain financial requirements (like having 800,000 THB in your bank account) and providing necessary documents including a bank letter and proof of address. Some commenters advised using visa agents for assistance, while others highlighted that speaking directly with immigration can also be effective. If you're under 50, options like the DTV visa were suggested, though the NON-O visa is primarily aimed at retirees or individuals with certain family connections.
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Tom ********
Tell them you know me and it will be sorted!
Marc *********
ORIGINAL POSTERThank you everyone for the assistance. I did the research months ago and came to the same conclusion as the concensus here. But when I went to apply this week, the application specified non oa and ox but the non a appeared to be for visiting friends and family. But fortunately I was wrong and Brandon was kind enough to point out what everyone says here. So thank you everyone for being kind enough to help out.
Steve **********
Agent
Gregory ********
By being 50 and having 800 k in the bank
Rodney *********
Is there any way around the age requirement for retirement visa? I have permanent income and proof of retirement but I’m not 50. 😞 what can i do or do i need a lawyer or theres no chance?
Andrew ********
@Rodney ********
no chance I'm 41 retired since 37 I have the income to do so also need 800 baht in savings for that but no way around it gotta wait.. look into DTV 500k requirement no age requirementRodney *********
@Andrew *******
thats what i figured, but had to ask. Thank you so much!Andrew ********
@Rodney ********
you are welcome. I'm in thailand under an educational visa for the moment working my way into a DTVReply to
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David *******
Put 800,000 in a bank( for 3 months I think) Then get a letter from the bank with assurance of the funds.(or evidence by bank statements of 65,000 baht income/month)
Evidence of your address here from abode owner, a photo of yourself, dress smartly and go to Immigration. Easy
Evidence of your address here from abode owner, a photo of yourself, dress smartly and go to Immigration. Easy
Paul ********
Get a retirement visa if over 50 yrs old
Niels *********
Go to your Thai embassy in your home country they will give you one
Holger **************
@Niels ********
Most Thai embassies in Europe dont Accept Walk in visitors anymoreOnly online application or Visa agency
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Fra *****
Go on the Offizials webside from Thai embassy , take you Little time but it’s easy
Mike ******
2nd...find a thai embassy
Mike ******
Find an airport near you ....1st
Chang ******
50 years older and
That's all you need
Easy take look the web or AI. explains everything
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0thb That's all you need
Easy take look the web or AI. explains everything
Todd *********
Same way as if you knew everybody in Thailand. Call an agent.
Will ************
Far easier to get the Non-o before you arrive in Thailand and sort the rest out in Thailand
Frank **********
Another dumbass post.
Andrew ********
People at immigration do speak English they have English instructions as well having an agent also helps but not free either.
Michael *******
And volunteers there to help they speak numerous languages
Todd *********
@Andrew *******
better English in some locations than othersReply to
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Peter *****************
Just married anyone in Nana or cowboy.
Jonathan ******
Thai visa Centre
Gardar ***************************
If you are under 50 maybe look into DTV? As Brandon states if you are not married nor over 50 it's impossible
Jeff *******
Address of hotel is all you need
Fra *****
@Jeff ******
that’s Not truth, you need a Passphoto not older 6 months, you need to Show your Financial Situation from the last 3 months ! I think is 1700€ a month! You Need an address where you stay ! I would also recommend a healthinsuranceReply to
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Narong *******
You don't need to know people
If you are over 50 you just need 800k in the bank account
Then few photocopies of yr passport
Letter from the bank stating that
Proof of yr address which u should get it where you stay
1900 thn and few hours to wait
That's all..... No connection whatsoever 😊😊
If you are over 50 you just need 800k in the bank account
Then few photocopies of yr passport
Letter from the bank stating that
Proof of yr address which u should get it where you stay
1900 thn and few hours to wait
That's all..... No connection whatsoever 😊😊
Willem ****
I didn't know anyone and got a non o visa. Many do this every day. So whats the issue? Do you want us to read between the lines and guess your real intentions?
Dnatjugweme ************
It used to be possible (and quite easy) to get a one-year non-B, but I do not think it is possible any longer.
Not sure what you are asking for. You probably want a one-year extension, as a non-O visa will give you only 90 days. Marriage non-O are known to be a bit of a pain (and of course you need to be married to a Thai citizen). Retirement non-O are much easier, but you would need to be 50 years old at least. Another option is a guardian non-O, but you would need to have a child and pay the tuition fees.
Not sure what you are asking for. You probably want a one-year extension, as a non-O visa will give you only 90 days. Marriage non-O are known to be a bit of a pain (and of course you need to be married to a Thai citizen). Retirement non-O are much easier, but you would need to be 50 years old at least. Another option is a guardian non-O, but you would need to have a child and pay the tuition fees.
Colin ***************
Agents
Brandon ************
@Colin **************
agent can't help you if you don't meet the qualifications for the visa, like being married to a Thai or being over 50Colin ***************
@Brandon ***********
Read the question slowly.Damo ***********
@Colin **************
you should take what @Brandon ***********
says as pretty much gospel… your remark to him made you look like a complete idiot!Doug *******
@Damo **********
Brandon has long been one of the most informative and reliable guides on the topic of Thai-related visas.Brandon ************
@Colin **************
I know how to read, do you? If he's 45 an agent can't get him a non-O visa. There are MANY different ways to qualify for non-O visa. An agent can help you with the requirements of a visa, but not with the qualifications. An agent can't get you a non-O based on being 50 (retirement) if you're not 50 years old. An agent can't get you a non-O based on being married to a Thai if you're not married to a Thai.
Roberto *********
@Colin **************
I read it slowly and I agree with @Bra****
. There's no requirement to know anyone or use an agent to get a non-O visa. Very simple to do at an immigration yReply to
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Brandon ************
By being 50 years of age or older
Abey *********
You need to be overweight and bald, also enjoy drinking Singha.
Michael *******
Odd tattoo helps 🤔
Neil *******
@Abey ********
Dammit!! Thats me out,I am underweight,have hair and drink Chang🤨Reply to
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