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What advice can Australians in Thailand offer regarding the Retirement Visa?
Retirement VisaNon-O VisaAustralian ExpatsVisa Application ProcessThailand ImmigrationLong-term Stay Visa
Feb 15, 2024
2 years ago
Sue ***********
ORIGINAL POSTERAny Australians living in Thailand, that can give me some advice, on Retirement Visa.
Much appreciated.
Much appreciated.
TLDR : Answer Summary
Australians living in Thailand suggest applying for the OX visa through the Sydney consulate for a five-year entry stamp without needing to transfer funds into Thailand. They recommend obtaining any visa before arrival, such as the Non-O visa, which can be applied for online. Some expats mention using agents to facilitate the transition to a retirement visa.
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.
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Pat *******
Mr Magoombo from Nigeria helped me along with all investment advice
Kidding, just pissed. Hope you get good advice so i can follow
Kidding, just pissed. Hope you get good advice so i can follow
Simon ******
I came to Thailand on a 30 day visa went straight to a good agent and they got everything sorted and all paperwork done. Now on retirement visa
Rod *****
@Simon *****
Looking to do the same, who did you use?Simon ******
@Rod ****
sorry Rod it was two years ago I forget the name. But I can explain the location in Nimman area if you’re still looking?Reply to
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Martin *********
@Simon *****
i just did the same 2 weeks agoRoberto *********
@Simon *****
Just as easy to do it yourself. Five years with no need to transfer money.Phil ******
@Roberto ********
share you method please 😊Roberto *********
@Phil *****
OX visa. 5 years. $600 Australian. From Sydney ConsulatePhil ******
@Roberto ********
thank you. How do you get around proof of monthly salary aud $5k pm?Roberto *********
@Phil *****
I use the 150k in the bank method (although in my case it's in my Superannuation Scheme)Phil ******
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Simon ******
@Roberto ********
she’s just asking for any advice on which way to go you and I have offered our thoughtsRoberto *********
@Simon *****
Yeah, pay thousands of baht to an agent when it's a simple procedure in her own country and gets a five year stampReply to
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Peggy ************
Definitely get a visa before you get here!
Even if it’s just the initial Non O (90 days) which can now be done online!
Even if it’s just the initial Non O (90 days) which can now be done online!
Roberto *********
It's a no-brainer. Apply for the OX visa though the SYDNEY consulate. Get a five year entry stamp, and don't have to transfer any money into Thailand
Sam ******
@Roberto ********
I agree with you Roberto. I am working on it right now but have got a challenge to get a health insurance while in Canada. I tried to contact the listed companies on the consulate website but didn’t work well. Any good advice? Very much appreciatedRoberto *********
@Sam *****
Contact this guy for advice@https://www.facebook.c***********************
Sam ******
@Roberto ********
Thanks Roberto. 🙏🙏🙏Reply to
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