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Is it better to get a new passport before applying for a non-O visa extension in Thailand?
Oct 31, 2025
2 months ago
Robert *******
ORIGINAL POSTERTLDR : Answer Summary
The user is planning to travel to Thailand on a Non-O visa but is concerned about their passport expiring in September while they plan to apply for a one-year extension in March or April. Advice from the community suggests that it is better to obtain a new passport now, as extending the visa tied to an expiring passport might only be valid until the passport's expiration date. Carrying both old and new passports can cause confusion at immigration.
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.
