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How long does it take to process a Non-O retirement visa at the Canberra embassy?
Nov 20, 2025
a day ago
Juliette **********
ORIGINAL POSTERTLDR : Answer Summary
The processing time for a Non-O retirement visa at the Canberra embassy varies; it can take anywhere from 4 days to about 4 weeks. A user applied on October 28 and has been pending since November 4, with a travel date approaching in three weeks. Responses suggest that recent experiences have ranged from 3 weeks to potentially longer during busy seasons, indicating that approvals often align with the proposed travel dates.
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.
