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How long does it take to get approval for a Non-O Visa application in Australia?

Non-O Visa Visa Processing Time Thailand Visa Visa Application Expat Immigration Australia to Thailand Visa Visa Duration

Jan 7, 2026

4 months ago

Trevor ***********

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I’m going to apply for a o visa in Australia, any idea how long it takes to get approval

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The approval time for a Non-O visa from Australia varies based on individual circumstances and timing. Responses from the community suggest processing times can range from 2 weeks to 3 weeks, with some experiencing delays particularly around holiday periods. One user indicated that their approval took about 10 days in July 2024 but expects it may take longer now.

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Jo ********

QUESTION? As a UK citizen going to Thailand for the first time, do I get a 90 day visa on arrival? Do I need to apply for one? Can I extend for another 30 day? Can I apply for a DTV instead of a retirement visa? Thanks

4 months ago

John **********

@Jo *******

no you get a 60 day visa exempt stamp which can be extended by 30 days at a local immigration office. It's not a visa, just a stamp in your passport and you don't need to apply for it. You can apply for any visa you qualify for but I'd say the retirement visa is much better than the DTV if you qualify for it

4 months ago

Jo ********

Hi also if I want to stay in Thailand can I get a one way ticket or should I get an onward ticket to say Vietnam and return. Also if I get the 60 day and extend , can I visit another country and return ? Would my stamp in passport reset?

4 months ago

Jo ********

Hi John thanks for information. I am eligible for retirement visa and have the sufficient funds. However I am not sure of leaving my funds in a Thai bank as that is the process I heard. I am scared that they may close the account. Also the reason for the DTV visa is that I need to leave Thailand back and forth to visit my children and family. Can I do that with a retirement visa? Thanks

4 months ago

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Jo ********

Kylie ********

We just did ours, took three weeks but we did ours over Xmas so that may have slowed it down

4 months ago

Kirby *****

I just got mine last month - took 2 weeks to process 🙂

4 months ago

Susan ********

Applied for mine mid November last year got it 3 weeks later

4 months ago