What are the current requirements for changing to a Non-O retirement visa in Phuket?

Apr 26, 2023
2 years ago
Pat **********
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Here are the most recent requirements for Phuket for changing to a Non O - retirement from Touris visa or Visa Exempt. (April 25, 2023)

One item not on official handout is that you will need to have a video call with the immigration officer after initial application.

During this call they will ask you to show yourself next to the address numbers and various interior shots of your abode. Not sure if this is an all around requirement or if I was just special...
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TLDR : Answer Summary
As of April 25, 2023, to change from a Tourist visa or Visa Exempt status to a Non-O retirement visa in Phuket, applicants are required to have a video call with an immigration officer after submitting their application. During the call, applicants must show identification alongside their address numbers and provide interior shots of their residence. It's advised to check specific requirements with the local immigration office, as they can vary by province and are subject to updates.
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Ellie *******
Thank you for the report.

Dear members, get the latest one by yourself always as this group has been telling you to get the latest requirements from your local office. Requirements vary for each province, also updated from time to time.
Ellie *******
For example,

If your local office brushes up the requirements at the end of April, but you already got a copy of the handout from early April from some friend and are lazy enough not to check with your local office.

You cannot blame anyone else other than you if you failed to apply for your visa/extension in May using the list from your friend.
James ********
THIS is for PHUKET IMMIGRATION...

ASK YOUR Thai Immigration office for their requirements for the Non O Visa as retiree and the One year extension of stay as retired.
James ********
Thank you for your helpful report... Glad you are able to get the Non O Visa as retiree and the One year extension of stay as retired from the Phuket Thai Immigration office.
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