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How much does it cost to employ an agency for a retirement visa in Thailand?
Approximately how much does it cost to employ an agency to get a retirement visa while in Thailand?
Answer summary
The cost of obtaining a retirement visa in Thailand can vary significantly depending on whether you use an agency or do it yourself. Some respondents mention spending around 11,000 baht for agency services, while others note that the DIY approach can cost as little as 2,000 baht. Some estimates go as high as 60,000 baht if certain conditions are not met, such as having a Thai bank account. Overall, costs range from 2,000 baht for a DIY process to potentially over 60,000 baht when utilizing agency services, depending on individual circumstances.
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Tom *******
DIY
Jungle ******
@Tom ******
and deal with Thai bureaucracy no thanks
Paul ***************
@Jungle *****
have you tried to do it yourself?Tom *******
@Jungle *****
this month I got non O
From uk in 16 days
And bank account 2 days after landing in bkk and am in the sticks Sisaket province but got accommodation certificate from immigration no problem and bank account opened with book and Visa card, app on phone set up by bank clerk very helpful and can now use QR code to pay for stuff
It’s a learning experience and part of becoming a Thai resident
Jungle ******
@Tom ******
when was this. Buddy it's changed in the last few monthsTom *******
@Jungle *****
get organised and get all documents ready and then it takes less than an couple of hoursJungle ******
@Paul **************
Why waste your time they will have you running around looking like a fool.
David *******
*****
before now i pay *****
but only 2000 to do it yourself
Doug *******
@David ******
That 28,000 would be closer to 40,000 if you had no bank account, right?
Nigel **************
Ask Grace
Jungle ******
*****
I just did it last monthDoug *******
@Jungle *****
Last summer I inquired with one dozen agencies and every quote was between about 40,000 and 50,000 due largely to having no bank account.Harry ********
OP@Jungle *****
that's a ridiculous amount
Gary **********
@Jungle *****
paid to much usually 35 kJungle ******
Oh yeah I know exactly how much it cost. Maybe its been awhile for you. And there are add on services that I won't get into.
Rok ********
Up to 60,000 …. DIY 2,000
OZ ******
60k are you delusional
Jeffrey **********
@OZ *****
I've gotten quotes higher than that for an LTR visaOZ ******
@Jeffrey *********
where talking about retirement not Ltr
Todd *********
About 35,000 baht for 15 months. No deposit required
Ant ***********
Do you have a Thai bank account ?
Are you on a tourist visa ?
If no Thai bank acc
You are looking at 40K upwards if you are in Thailand
You could leave Thailand - Apply for a 90 day Non-O Visa
and cost a lot less
Are you on a tourist visa ?
If no Thai bank acc
You are looking at 40K upwards if you are in Thailand
You could leave Thailand - Apply for a 90 day Non-O Visa
and cost a lot less
Graham ******
Why do you need an agent, it costs 2000B if you meet the requirements?
Harry ********
OP@Graham *****
would you recommend an agent ?Graham ******
@Harry *******
no, most agents only want your money
Steve ******
@Graham *****
I can't believe people charge for a service🙉I employed a plasterer to do my bedroom because I didn't want to do it myself and my god he wanted paying 🙉🤣🤣🤣
Glen ********
@Graham *****
dosnt anybody who provides a service FFS 🙄Harry ********
OP@Graham *****
because I feel more comfortable having professionals dealing with this important action for my future in Thailand.Graham ******
@Harry *******
It's so important you allow someone to possibly act illegally on your behalf, sleep well
Cris ************
It costs around 11,000 baht for a retirement visa, but your application needs to be complete and it's a quick process. I used VisaThailand, a very reliable and competent website; I recommend them.
Harry ********
OP@Cris ***********
the whole logistics of arranging to rent my home, sell things and car, go to Thailand, get medical insurance (maybe) WITHOUT knowing if I will get the visa. Getting refused for whatever biazzare reason would be stressful, with no home to go back to. Maybe I should get the visa then fly back to the UK and sell things and organise renting off home???Cris ************
@Harry *******
I left everything behind: house, car, family, and I applied for my visa in France. I'm now living a peaceful retirement here in Pattaya, and if my visa isn't extended for any reason, I'll either move to a neighboring country or return to France and rent an Airbnb.
Lee ******
@Harry *******
are you still in the UK? It’s better & cheaper to get your retirement visa sorted BEFORE you leave the uk. Search ‘Smile Visa Hua Hin’ they’ll help you outHarry ********
OP@Lee *****
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