Answered3 years ago

Should I apply for a Non-O visa before moving to Thailand or wait until I arrive?

Non-O Visa Visa Application Process Immigration to Thailand Expat Advice One-Way Ticket Visa Types

Sharron *******

asked Jan 3, 2024

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Hello, Happy New Year. Do I get my NonO visa inline before I move there? Or wait until I get there. If I get  it here in USA, do I need a return ticket to come. Or just a one way. I do not plan to return once I am there. Thank you all. I am well over 55.

Answer summary

The discussion centers around whether to obtain a Non-O visa prior to arriving in Thailand or to wait until after arriving. It is mentioned that having a Non-O visa before departure makes for an easier transition in Thailand, particularly for opening bank accounts and extending the visa. Applying online can eliminate the need for a return ticket, although airlines may request proof of onward travel. While some travelers report using a one-way ticket without issues, others suggest preparing an onward flight to avoid complications with the airline.

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Tim *********

I flew in with Thai Airlines and a 90-day Non O Retirement visa. The airline was fine with my one-way ticket

3 years ago

Sharron *******

3 years ago

Stuart *********

You can apply online prior to entering Thailand in which case you wouldn’t need a flight out.

As a US citizen you could also enter with no visa and apply in country if you meet the financial requirements to do so but you could be asked by your airline to show an onward ticket. It wouldn’t need to be a return ticket just one out of Thailand within the days allowed by your entry method.

Many people aren’t asked. Some are. A crap shoot really. Google “onward flight” and rent one or buy a cheap ticket to Cambodia that you aren’t going to use.

3 years ago

Chris *******

If you have the non-o before you leave, one-way will/should be fine.

You may have to explain to your airline, Thai immigration will not require it.

Having the evisa makes things easier in Thailand, opening bank accounts and extension is just a little easier.

However it is still very doable in country.

3 years ago

Richard ******

@Chris ******

came in November 2023 and the airline wanted to see a return ticket as I had a one way ticket. Thankfully I had one from another airline as I had miles that I used with both airlines. Good luck

3 years ago

Sharron *******

@Richard *****

did you havea non-o visa?

Richard ******

yes non o

Sharron *******

Is the evisa the same as the non-o? I saw in your reply evisa.