I qualify for the so-called “retirement” visa, but I’m looking at the possibility of spending only half the year in Thailand for the next few years, and the other half in the States, the time not being ‘broken up’. Would there be any advantage to simply getting a 6 month tourist visa each year?
TLDR : Answer Summary
The discussion centers on the visa options for an expatriate planning to spend half the year in Thailand and half in the States. The primary suggestion is to consider the 6-month Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV), which requires leaving the country every 60 days or paying for a visa extension. Other options include the Non-O multi-entry visa that can also accommodate a similar travel pattern without frequent exits and the retirement visa, which allows longer stays without needing to leave the country every 60 days. There is also mention of the Thai Elite Visa as a long-term option.
NON-O RETIREMENT VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
- Go to the Retirement Visa Section for information on requirements, including age restrictions, financial requirements, and necessary documentation.
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