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Is it difficult to change from a marriage visa to a retirement visa in Thailand after the first year?
Is it difficult to change to a retirement visa from a marriage visa after your first year?
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Changing from a marriage visa to a retirement visa in Thailand after the first year is generally considered straightforward by many expats. However, requirements can vary by local immigration office. Some mention that switching could involve less paperwork and hassle than a marriage visa. There are financial requirements that differentiate the two visas; for a marriage visa, the bank balance must be 400,000 baht, while for a retirement visa, it may be up to 800,000 baht. It's advised to check with your local immigration office for specific criteria needed for the change.
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Darcy *************
Isnt a marriage visa requirement to have 400,000 baht in bank rather than a one year Non O visa being 800,000 ? If so thats something to think about.
TG *********
My IO recommended I change from a marriage to retirement saying it's less paperwork.
BraveSea*********
Think it's a good move and less hassle each year....
CaringPe*********
Don’t worry it’s straight forward.
SoftPap*******
It could come down to the local immigration office, some offices may even want you to leave thailand then re-enter on an O visa relevant to the new extension.
Michael ********
I did it last year, no problem at all.
Jürgen ********
Michael Winter May I ask, where?
Michael ********
Jürgen Werner in Phetchabun, you are only changing the reason for the visa extension, both visas are the same Non O.
John **********
No it should be straightforward but you may need your wife with you as well as meeting all the criteria for the extension based on retirement. You should ask your local immigration office for their handout listing the requirements as every office can be slightly different
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