How long does it take to obtain a one-year non-O visa extension in Thailand from a 90-day non-O visa?

Mar 26, 2024
8 months ago
Ned *******
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Hi all,

I'm currently in, on a

90 day non O ( retirement ) Visa

How long does it take to convert/obtain the one year non O Visa? ( in Thailand ) . ..

Thanks
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The transition from a 90-day Non-O (retirement) visa to a one-year Non-O visa involves applying for an extension of stay rather than obtaining a new visa. Responses from the community indicate that processing times vary by location, with some offices offering same-day service, while others might take up to a month. Personal experiences shared show that processing times can range from 2 hours to 3-4 hours, depending on the office and day of the week.
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Ned *******
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Thanks all . . .

Appreciate the replies . ..đź‘Ť
Steve **********
Chiangmai. Depending on line, or day of week. about 3 to 4 hrs
Aake **********
For me, it took 2 hours in Mahasarakham
Martyn **********
Same day Udon Thani.
Dirk **************
About a month
Stuart *********
You wouldn’t be obtaining a year Non O visa. You can apply for a year “extension of stay”. Like many things it can be office dependent but generally it’s a same day thing or some offices apply day one collect day two.
Ned *******
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@Stuart ********
. . Ahh thanks . ..đź‘Ť
Steve **********
@Stuart ********
same day in Chiangmai
Stuart *********
@Steve *********
which is why I mentioned the depend on the office thing. It’s two days in Phuket. Apply on day one and collect on day two.
Steve **********
@Stuart ********
can't speak to Phuket.

My 1st was in 2004, a few weeks before Tsunami..each year extended in Chiangmai
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