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How much does it cost to hire an agent for a retirement visa in Thailand?
Apr 30, 2026
21 hours ago
Paul ********
ORIGINAL POSTERWhat would an agent cost to get a retirement visa for me i will have the money im just not good at downloading files and the other stuff on my phone sorry for the stupid question
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The cost of hiring an agent for a retirement visa in Thailand varies significantly based on location and individual circumstances. Estimates from community responses suggest fees can range from 1,900 Baht for DIY applications to 70,000 Baht or more for full service, depending on the specific requirements and services needed. Agencies like the Thai Visa Centre are frequently recommended, with various users sharing experiences of costs ranging from 25,000 to 80,000 Baht, depending on whether a bank account needs to be established or additional conditions are met. It's advised to contact multiple agents to compare quotes and choose one based on reviews and proximity to your location.
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.
Pelle Eriksson★★★★★
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Dave *********
Praew praewpan is your girl highly recommended speaks great English
Ken *******
Chiang mai, ASSIST THAI VISA. 7500BAHT EXELLENT SERVICE
RampantD********
Just had mine sorted by Maneerats, soi13 opposite post office. 49,000, I was on visa exempt, no bank account, they funded 800k also. All sorted in3 days.
Frank *********
Having to do it all myself with the chance of getting rejected is not how i will proceed. 30 or 40 thousand is a small price to pay to have it all done in a short time
George *********
First year 50 to 60k
2 nd year onwards cheaper15 to 25k.
These are the TRUE figures. Don't listen to those who state under 30 k for the FIRST visa
2 nd year onwards cheaper15 to 25k.
These are the TRUE figures. Don't listen to those who state under 30 k for the FIRST visa
Andrew ********
Simple ?
Easy ?
- I explain it this way : you’re good at computers and find them easy to use/navigate.
I’m good at fixing air conditioners - I find them easy
I’m not going to tell you save your money and get friends to help you fix your ac
Easy ?
- I explain it this way : you’re good at computers and find them easy to use/navigate.
I’m good at fixing air conditioners - I find them easy
I’m not going to tell you save your money and get friends to help you fix your ac
Alan *****
Get the non 0 from your home country it’ll save you a lot of money & time, just get someone to help with the application 👍
Frankie *******
$1500us dolars
Robert *********
If you are in Pattaya go to see Nan if you are not in Thailand at the moment get a o visa from Thai basdy in your own country than its cheaper to get retirement visa in Thailand
Brian **********
Do it yourself 1900, multiple entry visa 3,800
Yo***
you already choose where to stay in Thailand?? if you did, check google map, and find some agents with good reviews. Most of Thai agents care much of google reviews because their main customers are all foreigners.so most of foreigners check google review first. Find some agents in your area where you want to live first and ask them directly( all of them have email and whatsapp etc to contact.) And get some quotations from them. And compare the price and offers. And choose one of them. because agent fee is really different from locations and demands. The more foreigners come, the higher price. Also defending on your requests and situations and also the local immigration. Contact them, maybe 5 agents in your place, and take quotation and offers. And choose one, if possible, you can negotiate too. And see what will happen. Good luck to you.
Paul ********
ORIGINAL POSTERYoung thanks for your information
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John ****
Best to do it yourself
Sylvia ********
Anthony ***********
Do your first 90 day Non O in your own country and then an agent her around 13,000-15,000 for 1 year extension
Des ****
@Anthony **********
that would probably be without the bank account option which they would charge extra. IMO, It's money well spent the first time around.Anthony ***********
Des Dp I opened my first bank through agent, but my second account and my wife’s I did myself and it was very easy
Yo***
Des Dp Even you hire an agent for your extension, you need Thai bank account. And without your funds in Thai bank account, you also need Thai bank account. So regardless of using agent, you need Thai bank account. If you have no non o visa, you can not open a thai bank account alone. That is the difficulty for foreigners in normal case. That is why there is a service package all in one, visa , bank account, one year extension . So price varies but I think around
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THB or something? but I heard, in Pattaya, cheaper than this.Reply to
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Raymond *******
25k or 35k that’s them funding the 800k yes
Doc ********
Mate I'm in the same boat.
Best to do the NON-A visa online as it's cheaper than trying to get it done once you are in Thailand.
Maybe get a friend to help you out on the downloading part if that's not your go.
But again if you're happy to spend the money to get it done then go for it!
Best to do the NON-A visa online as it's cheaper than trying to get it done once you are in Thailand.
Maybe get a friend to help you out on the downloading part if that's not your go.
But again if you're happy to spend the money to get it done then go for it!
Steven *********
Following
Micki *********
It's not cowboy country any more it will cost 70k to 80k baht depends on your situation
Doug ********
Micki Donovan or he can pay me and i will do it for him for half price
Richie *******
Micki Donovan It will always be cowboy country. Just it will cost alot more while they pretend it's not.
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Dave *********
Not a stupid question. Are you in Thailand or home country? You’ll get different quotes from different agencies, best to call around and ask directly. The two I spoke with a few months ago in Pattaya were a fraction of what some are claiming here.
Paul ********
ORIGINAL POSTERDave Montore im in Australia
Ant ***********
Paul Marley
Apply through the Thai Embassy in Sydney or Canberra
Even if you get someone to help with the application
at home
It’s well worth it
You can do the application in stages , save it , come back to it , it stays live for up to 14 days
For over 50 years of age 100% easier & cheaper to apply for a Suitable retirement Visa from your home country through the Thai Embassy website ( All done online )
When you are ready to come - Apply for a Non-O 90 day single Visa from the Thai Embassy in your home country about 30-45 days before departure.
When applying online you will need to show the required funds in any bank account , some personal details & Flight details & proof of first weeks accommodation .
Once approved & arrive in Thailand you have 90 days to organise for the 12 month extension
No.1 requirement is
Within 2 weeks of arrival You need to set up a Thai bank account & deposit 800K Baht for at least 60 days to satisfy the extension
Go to the bank of choice & ask them what they require to open a bank account
You can also come to Thailand on a tourist Visa & get it converted to a Non-O retirement Visa for a much higher cost
Apply through the Thai Embassy in Sydney or Canberra
Even if you get someone to help with the application
at home
It’s well worth it
You can do the application in stages , save it , come back to it , it stays live for up to 14 days
For over 50 years of age 100% easier & cheaper to apply for a Suitable retirement Visa from your home country through the Thai Embassy website ( All done online )
When you are ready to come - Apply for a Non-O 90 day single Visa from the Thai Embassy in your home country about 30-45 days before departure.
When applying online you will need to show the required funds in any bank account , some personal details & Flight details & proof of first weeks accommodation .
Once approved & arrive in Thailand you have 90 days to organise for the 12 month extension
No.1 requirement is
Within 2 weeks of arrival You need to set up a Thai bank account & deposit 800K Baht for at least 60 days to satisfy the extension
Go to the bank of choice & ask them what they require to open a bank account
You can also come to Thailand on a tourist Visa & get it converted to a Non-O retirement Visa for a much higher cost
Graham ******
Paul Marley So get a family member or friend to help with the uploading of your application, you will save money and time doing it this way and makes arrival in Thailand easier
Ron ********
The best advice is the advice given by the Thai Visa above or preceding. Visa agents are available for in the mid-low teens, 30,000 and above would have to be pretty unique circumstances. I don't work for those people, but reading their response, it's very good advice.
Paul ********
ORIGINAL POSTERRon Hoover cheers mate
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Les ***********
There are many agents.
One I have used and found them excellent is:
The Thai Visa Centre.
Ask for Grace.
She is very good to deal with with.
Or you can shop around.
I wish you all the best.
One I have used and found them excellent is:
The Thai Visa Centre.
Ask for Grace.
She is very good to deal with with.
Or you can shop around.
I wish you all the best.
Traci ********
Les Henderson Thank you!🙏🏿
Rene ********
Traci Waters they helped me in the past, 150% ok, reasonable price and SUPER QUICK AND EFFICIENT, regardless of your actual location......
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Rene ********
Les Henderson correcto
Mick *********
I use
@THAI *****************************
the cost will depend on your circumstances and requirements but they are very cost effective. You can find them online.Les ***********
Mick Aynsley I agree with you.
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Steve *********
Les Henderson can second this company. Not that expensive and very efficient , highly recommend
Michele ***********
Les Henderson sorry this office is in Bangkok?
John **********
@Michele **********
yes it's in Bangkok but they work throughout ThailandLes ***********
Michele Gramaglia I will only comment about my own experiences and people can decide as to what they want to do.
I only hope my experience can help others.
I only hope my experience can help others.
Michele ***********
Les Henderson ok I understand...but the office is in Bangkok?
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Larry *************
1900 baht to do it yourself, or anywhere between -20k up to 80k.
Hardest part is bank letter.
Got $700 spare dollars? Get an agent. With a little work and patience around $65.
Hardest part is bank letter.
Got $700 spare dollars? Get an agent. With a little work and patience around $65.
Ant ***********
In 2026 If you are in Thailand & don’t have a Thai bank that will cost 10K baht on its own !!
45K - 55K and beyond
45K - 55K and beyond
James **********
Prices vary depending on the area, but having the money should be cheaper, I paid 15 the first time, that was to convert from Tourist to 90 day non O, then 7 for the year extension. They did all the paperwork. I just signed what was needed
Nongnuch ********
James Mitchell including setting up a bank account on a tourist visa? You can't get a bank account opened on a tourist visa any more, but you need the account to do the conversion from the tourist visa to the initial Non-O. That's over by now. Assuming that he is using own 800,000 THB funds but on a touristic entry, we are talking about 60,000 Baht. Without own funds, we are talking about more than that for the first year
Frank **********
James Mitchell 6 years ago
James **********
Frank Reynolds 2023 actually
Yo***
James Mitchell 2023 was just post pandemic. So very few foreigners came to Thailand on retirement visa. That time was the cheapest agent fee I think. But no more. All prices went up high!
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Peter *********
25,000 /30,000 baht around Pattaya
Nongnuch ********
Peter Weedall including setting up a bank account on a tourist visa? Including that he is using own 800,000 THB funds, or would he need the agent to front the money? On a touristic entry and without own funds,we are talking about 60,000 to 90,000 Baht for the first year
Sue **********
Peter Weedall incl. setting up bank account?
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