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What are the recommendations for obtaining a year-long retirement visa in Thailand, particularly in Pattaya?
Retirement VisaNon-Immigrant O VisaVisa Agents in PattayaVisa Requirements for USA CitizensThai ImmigrationExpat Assistance in ThailandBank Requirements for VisaRecommendations for Visa ServicesPattaya Visa Advisors
Oct 14, 2022
4 years ago
John ******
ORIGINAL POSTERI'm (USA citizen) looking for a recommendation for a on who can assist me (lawyer, etc.) in obtaining a year-long retirement visa please inbox me with responses.
I'm in Pattaya
I'm in Pattaya
TLDR : Answer Summary
A USA citizen seeking assistance with a year-long retirement visa in Pattaya can consider several options. While some commenters suggest handling the visa process independently, others recommend seeking help from local agents familiar with the Non-Immigrant O (Retirement) visa. Notable recommendations include Maneerat on Soi 13/2, across from the Post Office, and Thai Visa Center, which is praised for its reliable service and good reviews. It's generally advised to understand the visa requirements, such as having 800,000 THB in a bank account and being over 50 years old, to successfully apply for the 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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Absolutely Bangkok's best service I highly...recently on Facebook
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I used this agency for my DTV Visa...recently on Google
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Jeh *****
Thai Visa Center is good.
Just keep in mind that the shipping is Kerry, and the tracking system is not reliable and has errors, but it WILL arrive in about 3 days. Used them twice.
I only mentioned this because, both times the Kerry app said they are trying to call me, and had to reschedule the delivery.
But in fact, I never received any calls and the phone number was correct on my end and TVC. Shouldn't be anything to worry about..
Just keep in mind that the shipping is Kerry, and the tracking system is not reliable and has errors, but it WILL arrive in about 3 days. Used them twice.
I only mentioned this because, both times the Kerry app said they are trying to call me, and had to reschedule the delivery.
But in fact, I never received any calls and the phone number was correct on my end and TVC. Shouldn't be anything to worry about..
Mark **********
Here’s an article from my firm that may help. We do think this is one you may be able to do yourself, but happy to help.
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John ******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Mark *********
I sent a private messageReply to
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Antoine ********
Normally you won't need a lawyer - unless you don't meet the requirements....
Martyn ***********
Nice edit... PM...
@Luckchanok *********
Jason ***************
Key Visa , pattaya .
You’ll find them on Facebook.
You’ll find them on Facebook.
Mike ********
Key visa pattaya,.
John-Paul ******
Suggest Thai Visa Center. They are on FB and Line app and admi this site. They have honest and good reviews and have a loyal clientele.
John ************
Thai Visa Centre
Paul ********
Check your messages.
Joe ******
Lots of agents .
Approx
Then approx 1200bht renewal for 12 months.
The price includes free 90 day report.
The agent will do it for you.
Approx
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bht for your first 15 month visa . Depending on single or multiple entry.Then approx 1200bht renewal for 12 months.
The price includes free 90 day report.
The agent will do it for you.
Paul ********
@Joe *****
recommended, used by many expats. Soi Post Office, (Soi ****
), literally opposite the Post Office.Reply to
Joe ******
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John ******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Joe *****
if you could recommend a specific advisor I would appreciate it.Kool *******
@John *****
if you are truly in need, the immigration officers are not bad guys/women, and will help you, giving you exact details of what you must have. If you can't put the required bt800,000 in your Thai bank account, then you use a shady agent. If not, then immigration is very helpful.Joe ******
David *******
@John *****
I messaged you to avoid the hassle in this group.John ******
ORIGINAL POSTER@David ******
lol yes this group has it trolls.Reply to
John ******
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Jim **********
@John *****
meenarat soi****
speak to FonJohn ******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Jim *********
thank youReply to
John ******
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Edward ******
800k in the bank get letter from the bank a copy of bank book fresh one, 50 years age and can get right away
Todd *********
There are a lot of different options depending on your $$$ resources lol. And your passport. And technically, there is no such thing as one year retirement visa in Thailand.
John ******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Todd ********
unfortunately that doesn't answer my question and I know just as much about this situation before you response as after it.Todd *********
@John *****
unfortunately you have provided inadequate information for anyone to give you a good answer. So figure out what you actually want to do and get back to us a bit more educatedJohn ******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Todd ********
if that's the case Todd then be specific regarding what information is needed, because clearly I don't know. So instead of being an asshole and telling me I'm uneducated, try adding some value in explaining what information is needed.Bonnie *********
@John *****
have you bothered to look at the Thai visa requirements on the Thai visa webpage? That would be the first step.
Todd *********
@John *****
I already did but can’t help clueless Aholes all afternoon. Carry on big shooter. You will need a lot lot of 🍀 to make up for lack of personality or intellect. Have you heard of google?Bobby ********
@Todd ********
Behave yourself Todd! 🤣John ******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Todd ********
sure are nothing but a troll who has nothing better to do and blocked. Recommendations for real people here or better than Google sorry you don't understand this.Ryan ***********
@John *****
Do you still need help? Message me on messenger if you want a lawyerReply to
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Gordon *******
Go to an Agent, there's lots in Pattaya
John-Paul ******
@Gordon ******
would suggest Thai Visa Center....John ******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Gordon ******
I'm very well aware of this I'm looking for a recommendation on a specific one.Gordon *******
Just ask an Agent to get an idea, then work from there
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Alistair **********
Non-Immigrant O (Retirement) is what you're after.
John ******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Alistair *********
yeah I'm looking at for a recommendation and who can help me get this visa.Todd *********
@John *****
you can get this visa yourself. Or Thai Visa Centre can get this visa for you. Or you can apply directly online for LTR if you have adequate fundsAlistair **********
This guy can
If you want an agent try Thaivisacentre. Probably pay 25k
@John *****
. It's not a complicated process, if you've done a 30 day extension before you can do a retirement visa. It's similar just with financial paperwork required.If you want an agent try Thaivisacentre. Probably pay 25k
Todd *********
@Alistair *********
TVC is currently 18k for 3 month O Visa and 16k for 1 year retirement extension. $34k total (possibly a bit higher now) for 15 monthsReply to
Todd *********
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Michael ********
@John *****
search topics " retirement" loads of information there from people who have done it previouslySteve *******
@John *****
If you're in Thailand you get it from your local Immigration office, if you're out of the country you get it from a Thai Embassy/Consulate or online as an evisa.Reply to
Steve *******
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Antonio ***********
Can do by yourself, very easy
John ******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Antonio **********
thanks for the phenomenal explanation and how to do thisDavid ********
@John *****
use the word twat next time lolJohn ******
ORIGINAL POSTER@David *******
you ok son?David ********
@John *****
yes pops 🥱John ******
ORIGINAL POSTER@David *******
time to find another hobby besides being a troll. It's a shame grown adults act like kids.David ********
@John *****
ok chubby light hearted banter from my end have a fab weekend 😂😂😂John ******
ORIGINAL POSTER@David *******
tells me all I need to know. God bless the queen and the royal family.Reply to
John ******
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Antonio ***********
@John *****
and you did not mention where you stay.. Different city by cityReply to
Antonio ***********
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