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How do I transfer my retirement visa to a new passport as a UK citizen moving to Thailand?
Jul 23, 2025
11 days ago
Rich *****
ORIGINAL POSTERTLDR : Answer Summary
If you have a non-O or non-OA retirement visa, you cannot simply transfer it to a new passport. When you get your new passport in the UK, keep your old passport as it contains your visa. When you return to Thailand, bring both passports, show them at immigration, and ensure the correct stamp is applied in your new passport. You will need to visit the local immigration office in Thailand to transfer any relevant stamps and extensions from your old passport to the new one. It's advisable to keep photocopies of important pages of your old passport, especially the visa.
NON-O RETIREMENT VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
- Go to the Retirement Visa Section for information on requirements, including age restrictions, financial requirements, and necessary documentation.
- For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
- Explore recent discussions by using the Non-O Retirement Visa tag in the search box at the top of the page.
- Join the Thai Visa Advice Facebook Group to ask your questions, and get advice from others.
