thailand
Ask question
This is NOT an official government website. We are an independent resource providing information and assistance to travelers.

What are the costs associated with extending a retirement visa in Thailand?

Retirement VisaExtension of StayVisa CostsNon-Immigrant O VisaVisa AgenciesFinancial RequirementsRe-entry Permits
May 14, 2025
2 days ago
Paulette ******
ORIGINAL POSTER
How much is an extension to stay retirement visa, been quoted 55,000.
7,851
views
10
likes
232
all likes
114
replies
4
images
42
users
TLDR : Answer Summary
The costs associated with extending a retirement visa (Non-Immigrant O Visa) in Thailand can vary significantly depending on factors such as whether you are using an agency or doing it yourself. The general costs mentioned in the community include a fee of around 1,900 baht for the extension itself (valid for one year), while the use of a visa agency can range from 12,000 to 20,000 baht, potentially including additional services like multi-entry permits. Some individuals reported being quoted as high as 55,000 baht, often due to misunderstanding the services being requested or due to lack of funds in Thai bank accounts. It is advised to clarify quotes and understand the legal requirements for extensions, particularly concerning financial documentation.
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.
Pelle Eriksson
Pelle Eriksson★★★★★
Absolutely Bangkok's best service I highly...
recently on Facebook
Luca G.
Luca G.★★★★★
I used this agency for my DTV Visa...
recently on Google
Trusted Retirement Visa Agent
OVER 100,000 EXPATS SERVED
#1 VISA AGENT IN THAILAND
Steve ********
First one is the more expensive one. Talk to
@Annie **************
a day ago
Like
Reply
Noel ***********
Contact Grace at : Thai Visa Centre. Extremely reputable.
a day ago
Like
Reply
Steve *******
1900bt for a 1 year extension of stay
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Eric ***************
32,000
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Paul ******
I was talking about the Non-Immigrant O-A retirement visa.
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Robert ********
The EOS costs 1900 baht. You get it while staying in Thailand on certain types of visa.

A visa is the paper that allows you to enter the country.

What are you talking about?
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Paul ********
I say if you have to use an agent you can’t afford to live here
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Paul ******
Hi all,

First post so bare with me.

Is applying for a retirement visa straight forward? I know applying to Spain is complicated for example. Can everything be done by me or would I need a visa agent? TIA 👍
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Robert ********
@Paul *****
Everybody can do if they meet the requirements.

Get the nonO visa online.

Enter the country.

Immediately open bank account and send 800k from abroad.

After 80 days Goto immigration and ask what exactly they want to see. (Bank statement and certificate, a passport foto, book bank with a transaction of the same day, ID of Thai wife, your passport,…).

Get those things and return with 1900 baht.

If you plan to exit more than 3 times per year, get a multi reentry permit.
2 days ago
Like
Reply
AJ *********
@Robert *******
 would you know If I go on a Non O Visa (Retirement Visa) in August for 5 weeks, and open a bank account (put in 800k), can I go back home in September and return in February next year on a different Non O Visa and then go to Immigration with a bank account already set up?

Apologies if my question is showing my ignorance of the laws but I would rather have the bank account set up and then only have to apply to immigration when I go back in February.
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Robert ********
@AJ ********
Yes. You need to do the extension of stay within the duration of your visa.

So you will need to get a new visa for the second time and extend it from there.

I did that too because I messed up the 65k monthly income the first time ;)

(I can’t recommend this alternative to the 800k. I switched after 2 years)
2 days ago
Like
Reply
AJ *********
@Robert *******
 Thank you for the reply. Much appreciated. I think I will still have to wait until the last 30 days of the new (2nd) Non O Visa to apply for the extension of stay but at least I'd have the bank account sorted out when I go back in February.
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Robert ********
@AJ ********
I always do the extension in the last days. 2-3 days before the end is enough time to get all paperwork done. But lookout for Thai holidays - I have added the Thai holidays calendar to the calendar app for that. (Important notice: if a Thai holiday falls onto a weekend, the next workday is holiday!)
2 days ago
Like
Reply
AJ *********
@Robert *******
 Good advice. I wouldn't have thought about checking for the Thai holidays
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
AJ *********
Reply
Brandon ************
@Paul *****
 it's easier at home than it is in Thailand. Especially since you have to have a Thai bank account or embassy certified income to apply in Thailand and you cannot get a bank account without already having a long term visa. So that means agent is the only option for the bank account
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Paul ******
@Brandon ***********
 but if I apply from the UK I can do it myself? No need for a visa agent?
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Brandon ************
@Paul *****
 if you apply from a Thai embassy you can get the 90-day visa which will let you open a bank account once you arrive in Thailand. And that will let you prepare to apply for the 1-year extension.
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Paul ******
@Brandon ***********
 I'll need a police certificate (UK criminal record check) too to get the extention so that will be at least 3.5 months old by the time I apply for the extension. Is that ok as someone said I needs to be within 90 days of issue which seems a bit tight timewise.
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Brandon ************
@Paul *****
 you don't need that. Not sure where you saw that but it's certainly not a requirement for any retirement visa.
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Paul ******
@Brandon ***********
 saw it on a press release about retirement to Thailand.
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Brandon ************
@Paul *****
 no extension requires a background check. There's one retirement visa that requires, which is the OA visa. But it has many other requirements and is not the visa most people want for retirement. The non-O is what most people want and the only real requirements are being over 50 and showing the correct amount of money.
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Brandon ************
Reply
David *******
You need to give more information. If you don’t already have a Non O visa, if you don’t already have a bank account, if you don’t have 800k to put in a bank account then 55k isn’t unheard of now due to the crackdown on bank accounts. Otherwise, it’s far too much.
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Seanos **********
Walk away
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Willem ****
1900B. DIY.
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Jonathan ******
I paid 55k got a bank account and many special features no jumping thru hoops for me. Thai VIsa Centre they are amazing.
2 days ago
Like
Reply
THAI ******************************
@Jonathan *****
 Thank you 🙏

That is for bangkok bank account service, with 3 month non-o, yearly retirement visa extension.
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
THAI ******************************
Reply
Stig **************
*****
@THAI *****************************
2 days ago
Like
Reply
David **********
For what why pay an agent it is so easy to do and costs about 2000baht
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Mark ********
@Annie **************
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Klering ******
3800 Bath not more
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Nongnuch ********
without you being able to show own funds (800,000 THB), the initial 3-months Non-Imm-O visa, the opening of a bank account and the subsequent 12-months Extension of Stay, most agent’s prices start at 32,000 THB for the first year. All future renewals of the 12-months Extension will be something like 12-15,000 THB
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Oliver ********
@Nongnuch *******
 ist das wirklich legitim?
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Nongnuch ********
@Oliver *******
 nein, natürlich ist es nicht legitim, aber wir sind hier in Thailand, und Korruption ist hier weit verbreitet. Mit Geld erreicht man solche Dinge. Tausende von Expats, welche die 800,000 nicht auf ein thailändisches Konto legen wollen, benutzen die Agenturen
a day ago
Like
Reply
Paulette ******
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Nongnuch *******
 agree

Ido not want to deposit hence I'm looking atan agent to help
a day ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Paulette ******
Reply
Steve ******
@Oliver *******
 I've had no problems
a day ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Steve ******
Reply
Steve ******
@Nongnuch *******
 yes mine was 35,000 last year multi entry this year ,been quoted 13,500 single entry
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Paulette ******
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Steve *****
 hi stever who helped you with yours last year. That seems like a good price
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Steve ******
@Paulette *****
 hi I used maneerat soi
****
second rd pattaya,I got bank account opened 90 days + 1 year retirement and multi entry,that was last may its up for renewal on 11th August im only getting single entry 13,500 baht.i went through an agency because I didn't want to tie 800,000 baht up in a thai account and I've got kids in uk and I believe it's hard to get the money out of my thai account.i don't know the prices this year for the visa's,mine took 21 days.
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Steve ******
Reply
Michael ********
We paid 29,000 for a multi entry retirement visa in Pattaya
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Doug *******
@Michael *******
 The quote Maneerat gave me a week ago was 52,000 for what you just described. Please tell me how our costs could be so different?
a day ago
Like
Reply
Michael ********
@Doug ******
 Did that include fees for opening a bank account. It seems a lot, but last January my wife and I were only charged 29,000 Bahts for a multi entry retirement visa.
a day ago
Like
Reply
Doug *******
@Michael *******
 Yes I need a bank account. But I think that fee was only 7000. 29,000 would be AMAZING
a day ago
Like
Reply
Michael ********
@Doug ******
 you might want to ask them why the costs have gone up since January.
a day ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Michael ********
Reply
Todd *********
@Michael *******
 for 3+12 months?
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Michael ********
@Todd ********
 yes 90 days plus the 12 month extension.

We paid an extra 4,000 for multi entry, so it depends if you want to travel like we do.

Next year it will be cheaper.
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Todd *********
@Michael *******
 makes sense. And with multi-entry. And yes will be about half next year for 12 month extension
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Michael ********
@Todd ********
 yes, the amount does drop but not sure how much as mine runs to April.
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Todd *********
@Michael *******
 TVC said on this thread their current renewal cost is 14k
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Michael ********
@Todd ********
 and 14k is probably only for a single entry retirement visa
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Todd *********
@Michael *******
 yes probably. Add 3800 for multi entry. But that is the same cost at immigration
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Michael ********
@Todd ********
 okay, I use Manareet in Pattaya
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Robert ********
@Michael *******
Why do you pay that much?

I just did my EOS yesterday as I’ve been doing it for over 10 years now. Costs 1900 baht and 5-20 minutes waiting (and time doesn’t count anyway for a retiree ;) )
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Robert ********
Reply
Todd *********
You were quoted this amount by which agency? It’s never been 55,000. It’s more likely you don’t understand what you were quoted for.

See the answer from TVC in this thread for correct answer.
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Brian **********
Too damn high - 25k outside of Bangkok
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Damo ***********
Do you have the financial requirement in Thai bank account?
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Gregory ********
You talking about extension of stay i e you on a retirement. Isa already and you want extend for another 1 year
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Dawn ********
All it is about money don't know who to trust .
2 days ago
Like
Reply
THAI ******************************
Our fee for extension of stay based on a non-o retirement visa is 14,000 THB.

You can message our team via LINE: https://tvc.co.th/LINE, or EMAIL:
**************
***********************
or EMAIL: help@tvc.co.th
2 days ago
Like
Reply
John *********
@THAI *****************************
 what about extending based on marriage? Im coming to thailand in October on a OA 90 day visa and will open a bank account to put in 400,000 THB
a day ago
Like
Reply
Brandon ************
@John ********
 You can only apply for an extension from a 90-day visa based on the same reason as that visa was issued.

A non-OA is a 1-year retirement visa, not a 90-day non-O visa. If you get a non-O visa based on retirement you cannot apply for an extension based on marriage.
21 hours ago
Like
Reply
John *********
@Brandon ***********
 ok thanks Brandon. Maybe I stated something not clear. End of July im retired. But as my wife is Thai, i want to ultimately have the 12 months extension based on marriage. The immigration are excellent in Buriram and my wife and I have been there a couple times already.

But what seems difficult or rather frustrating, is I cant seem to select the correct 90 day initial visa. (Which I can only 3 months out from date i intend to arrive in Thailand which is middle October.
21 hours ago
Like
Reply
Brandon ************
@John ********
 it would be the non-immigrant visa based on visiting Thai family no more than 90 days
21 hours ago
Like
Reply
John *********
@Brandon ***********
 thanks thats good to know. Many thanks for your help Brandon.
20 hours ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
John *********
Reply
Conny **********
@THAI *****************************
 easiest 12k I ever made legally...
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Les ***********
@THAI *****************************
 Thai Visa Centre are excellent to deal with.

I highly recommend them.
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Les ***********
Reply
Phil ******
@Paulette *****
 too much
2 days ago
Like
Reply
SteBu ******
1.9k for the extension at the immigration
2 days ago
Like
Reply
John ******
This is all you need, 1900 + 1900 if you want re-entry permit
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Kevin ***********
@John *****
 I think the second year your allowed to drop to 400,000 John and your income proof is 65,000 baht
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Bob **********
@John *****
 wrong Re entry permit is single 1000 multi 3800 baht
2 days ago
Like
Reply
John ******
@Bob *********
 1900 + 1900 is 3800. What I said.
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Bob **********
@John *****
 no re entry costs 1900. Baht
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Graham ******
@John *****
 but 1900B & 1000B is 2900B or 1900B & 3800B is 5700B ;)
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Graham ******
Reply
Kevin ******
THB15,000 - THB20,000
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Kevin ******
@Nong****
... I think op means extension of existing visa.
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Nongnuch ********
@Kevin *****
 technically, you cannot "extend a visa". Immigration in their bad English call the extension of a temporary stay permit "visa extension". Which is absolute hogwash, as there is no "visa" they could "extend" because the single entry 90-days Non-Imm-O Visa became invalid upon entering Thailand. Every year, Immigration is extending the "stay permit", not the visa that doesn't exist any more
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Kevin ******
@Nongnuch *******
 I know
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Nongnuch ********
@Kevin *****
 or Immigration Hua Hin . . . .🙂😇
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Nongnuch ********
@Kevin *****
 some Immigrations have been willing to learn . . . no more "visa extensions" in Buriram . . .
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Nongnuch ********
Reply
Nongnuch ********
@Kevin *****
 I rather think the OP means the next extension for an already existing 1-year extended stay permit, not for the first extension of the 90-days stay permit she obtained when entering on a 90-days Non-Imm-O Visa.If she has own funds, the service to apply for the extension would be like 12-14,000 THB
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Nongnuch ********
Reply
Linda **********
@Kevin *****
 that's what I pay. 19,000
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Nongnuch ********
@Linda *********
 for the first 15 months, or for the renewal of the 12-months Extension of Stay?
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Nongnuch ********
@Kevin *****
 15-20,000 THB ? ? ? ? ?- - - - - for the first 15 months, or for the renewal of the 12-months Extension of Stay?
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Kevin ******
@Nong****
... renewal.
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Nongnuch ********
@Kevin *****
 20,000 THB that's a bit high a quote. Most agents take 12-15,000 for the renewal. For 15,000 THB, it should come with a multi re-entry permit included
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Kevin ******
@Nongnuch *******
 yes, inclusive of multiple re- entry...15-20k is reasonable IMO
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Kevin ******
Reply
Frangipani *******
Existent visa????
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Von ***********
@Frangipani ******
 yes, took me a bit too, think it is when these folk talk to text and don’t bother to proofread what has been typed by the system… Extension to stay I am thinking 🤔 was meant.
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Paul ********
@Von **********
 anybody with
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Von ***********
@Paul *******
 ??? To what are you referring???
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Von ***********
Reply
Paulette ******
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Von **********
 lol alright easy. Chill out. It's just a typo guys lol
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Paulette ******
Reply
Bob **********
What’sDo you have a non-o 90 day visa already
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Roberto *********
Retirement visa is 2000 baht, valid for 90 days. You then pay 1900 baht for a 12-month extension. So total is 3900 baht
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Steve ******
@Roberto ********
 and you need to tie up
*****
0 baht in a thai bank
2 days ago
Like
Reply
David *******
@Steve *****
 Or proof of 65,000b/ mth income.
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Steve ******
@David ******
 yep proof of income and it has to go in your bank account every month
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Jay ***********
@Steve *****
 thai bank account only? Or can it go into a foreign bank account? And what if it goes into the foreign bank account and then it transferred to the Thai bank account?
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Clare *******
@Jay **********
 you can
a day ago
Like
Reply
Steve ******
@Jay **********
 mine goes into uk bank and I transfer into bank of Bangkok but I used agent that sorted everything out
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Jay ***********
@Steve *****
 perfect thanks! I don’t mind using an agent, but I would prefer to have the money part squared away and legitimate. Seems that it’s safer that way. Thanks for the response.
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Jay ***********
Reply
Roberto *********
@Steve *****
 Not if you have 65k income certified. Don't need anything in a Thai bank account
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Roberto *********
Reply
Steve *********
@Roberto ********
 exactly. Do it yourself. Not difficult.
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Clare *******
@Steve ********
 pay someone and don't have to go anywhere and they will deliver it to your door while you're at the beach or bar so way better idea if you ask me for 22 k is all
a day ago
Like
Reply
Doug *******
@Clare ******
 Honestly I would be super grateful to have the contact info of what agency will provide this service for 22,000 baht.
a day ago
Like
Reply
Clare *******
@Doug ******
 i sent it to you
a day ago
Like
Reply
Doug *******
@Clare ******
 Thanks. They quoted me 42,000
a day ago
Like
Reply
Roberto *********
@Clare ******
 Pretty expensive for a couple of hours work. That's 11,000 baht per hour. Don't find any jobs in Thailand paying that much! I'd just pay myself to do it.
a day ago
Like
Reply
Clare *******
@Roberto ********
 theres more to it than 2 hrs I've done it before travelling alone will take 2 hrs the move the money ,banking office time lunch time it all adds up but hey each their own
a day ago
Like
Reply
Clare *******
@Roberto ********
 didn't move to Thailand to work moved to relax and enjoy not deal with some lines and paperworks
a day ago
Like
Reply
Roberto *********
@Clare ******
 Paperwork doesn't bother me, it's really only one form, a year's bank statement and a lease. I don't really call it work. All for 22,000 baht. For that I can fly from Bangkok to Phuket, have five nights in a nice hotel and still have 10,000 baht spending money. All for two hours "work". But yep, it's to each their own!
a day ago
Like
Reply
Clare *******
@Roberto ********
 i do all that to and then some lol at my age money is no problem life is short to short to waste time in any office pretty sure most retired guys will tell you the same
a day ago
Like
Reply
Roberto *********
@Clare ******
 You seem to be making a big deal out of a couple of hours maximum in an air-conditioned office! If you're happy throwing
*****
baht into the wind it's totally your choice! I've better things to do with my money! 👍😆
a day ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Roberto *********
Reply
John ************
@Steve ********
 well said
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Charles **********
@Steve ********
 Exacty
2 days ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Charles **********
Reply
Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else
... members · 60% approval rate
The Thai Visa Advice And Everything Else group allows for a broad range of discussions on life in Thailand, beyond just visa inquiries.
Join the Group
Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else
View the Conversation
Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else
How much do agents charge for retirement visas in Bangkok?
43 comments
10 days ago
What is the average cost of hiring an agency for a Non-O Retirement Visa application in Thailand?
30 comments
20 days ago
What is the cheapest yearly retirement visa option in Thailand?
29 comments
23 days ago
Is 70,000 Baht a fair price for a retirement visa agent in Thailand?
194 comments
2 months ago
What are the costs and requirements for obtaining a Retirement visa in Thailand for foreigners over 50?
72 comments
3 months ago
What is the typical cost for a 30-day visa extension in Thailand?
73 comments
3 months ago
What are the typical costs associated with hiring an agent for a retirement visa in Thailand?
33 comments
6 months ago
What is the cost and process for a 30-day visa extension in Thailand?
51 comments
10 months ago
What are the average costs for Non-O retirement visa services and multi-entry in Thailand?
65 comments
a year ago
What is the cheapest and easiest way to obtain a 1-year renewable multiple-entry retirement visa in Thailand?
100 comments
a year ago
What are the average agency fees for retirement visas in Pattaya?
64 comments
a year ago
What are the steps and costs involved in applying for a retirement visa in Thailand using an agent or on my own?
20 comments
a year ago
What are the expected costs for hiring an agent to arrange a retirement visa in Thailand?
51 comments
2 years ago
What is the cheapest price for a first retirement visa from an agency in Thailand?
114 comments
2 years ago
What is the average cost for hiring a visa agent to assistance with a retirement visa in Thailand?
74 comments
2 years ago
What are the costs and process duration for obtaining a retirement visa in Thailand?
13 comments
2 years ago
What is the cost of a retirement visa in Thailand and how long does it take to process?
25 comments
2 years ago
What are the requirements and costs for a retirement visa extension in Thailand?
30 comments
3 years ago
What are the typical fees for agents assisting with retirement visas in Thailand, and what do they include?
61 comments
3 years ago
How can I obtain a retirement visa in Thailand and what are the costs involved?
25 comments
3 years ago
What are the costs and requirements for obtaining a retirement visa in Thailand through an agent?
77 comments
3 years ago
What are the costs for a 1-year visa for marriage or retirement in Thailand?
30 comments
4 years ago
What are the costs of using a visa service for extending a retirement visa in Thailand?
19 comments
4 years ago
What are the fees for extending a Retirement visa in Thailand?
7 comments
6 years ago
What is the cost of extending a Non-B visa in Thailand for 12 months?
9 comments
6 years ago
What is the best cannabis dispensary in Bangkok?
7 comments
a month ago
Where can I find the best cannabis dispensary in Chon Buri?
9 comments
a month ago
What are the best dispensaries in Phuket?
21 comments
a month ago
What is the best cannabis dispensary in Surat Thani?
16 comments
a month ago
Where can I find the best weed in Chiang Mai?
8 comments
a month ago
Data protection policyTerms and conditionsDisclaimerPrivacy policyRefund policy
The asq:thailand community, consisting of multiple Q/A groups with over 100,000 members, powers this platform. It is not an official government resource. Our members actively contribute to this resource, and while we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee its complete reliability. Assistance to travelers is provided as a community service.