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Should I pay 27k baht to expedite my TM7 application for a retirement visa or do it myself?
Nov 9, 2025
2 days ago
Richard **********
ORIGINAL POSTERTLDR : Answer Summary
The user is seeking advice on whether to pay a fee to expedite their visa application after meeting an unofficial agent at the immigration office. They mention having the necessary bank funds, but only for a short duration, raising questions about compliance with immigration rules. Several commenters warn against using outside services that may be operating outside legal boundaries and suggest completing the application process independently to avoid risks and save money.
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.
