Is it mandatory to get first a 30 days extension after an visa exemption entry to apply for a retirement non O visa ?
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It is not mandatory to get a 30-day extension after entering Thailand under a visa exemption if you intend to apply for a retirement Non-O visa. However, it may be advisable depending on your specific circumstances, as you need to have 15-21 days left on your valid stamp to apply. Some local offices might suggest it as a policy, but it's generally not a strict requirement.
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I suspect you will get told that is how you do it, but if you push and shove they will admit it is not a requirement.
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No not mandatory, but it may be your local office policy. You’ll need 15-21 days left on a valid stamp to apply so it may be necessary to get it anyway depending on your current stamp.
YES I'm thinking getting a stamp on arrival waiting next month there is talk a stamp on arrival 60 days perhaps get a O visa coming over next month wait and see.
Do not believe rumors of changed visa rules. Nothing has been decided and it is unclear if there will be any change and if so, in what way. Assume that there are no new rules and you are on the safe side. Good luck