ask
Search
Ask
Answereda year ago

What are the requirements for applying for a non-retirement visa in Thailand from Vietnam?

Mark ******
asked Dec 9, 2025
871
views
7
replies
0
likes
Once

I am applying for my non-retirement visa in Hanoi Vietnam. I just have two questions:

Q1. when I come back into Thailand (hopefully achieving my Visa from the embassy in Hanoi) do I need to have a booked flight ticket back to the UK?

Q2. I am staying at studio flats in Hanoi, will this be accepted as my accommodation location for my online application?

Once again, any advice will be much appreciated.
Answer summary
The user is applying for a non-retirement visa (Non-O) in Hanoi, Vietnam, and has two questions regarding the application process. Firstly, they inquire if a return flight ticket to the UK is necessary upon returning to Thailand, which several comments clarify that it is not required for a Non-O visa. Secondly, they ask if their accommodation in Hanoi (studio flats) will be accepted for their visa application, with comments suggesting that proof of their current location (entry stamp and accommodation booking) is required. Overall, users provide various advice regarding travel documentation and accommodation proof necessary for the visa application.
7 repliesnewest first
7

Click comment and we will ask for your email, then OTP, then name.

Alan ********
Alan ********
Hi,sorry to budget in

..i am from Montréal Canada..coming SOON.. wandering is it easy to get long stay visa in vietnam..or easirr then Thaïlande..thanks for the info..
Mark ******
Mark ******
OP
Thank you all for your points and information. Very helpful. 
David **********
David **********
For Q2 - they will require "proof of current location". When we did ours, Airbnb receipt alone wasn't enough, so we had to provide our passport stamp for Vietnam and our boarding pass for our flight to Vietnam (hope you kept yours)
Stuart *********
Stuart *********
Q1. No an onward ticket is not required for a Non O visa.

Q2. Up to the embassy in Hanoi but generally they don’t care where you’re staying as long as you’re in the region that that embassy covers and can prove your stay there whilst applying for the visa.
John ***********
John ***********
Buy a bus ticket..
Ian **********
Ian **********
I presume you are referring to a non-o visa based on retirement. There is no requirement for an onward ticket as that only applies to visa-exempt and visa on arrival. You will be required to prove you are in Vietnam so use your entry stamp and accommodation booking for the address. You will need pdf copies of your bank statements (they do not accept screen shots)
David **********
David **********
I wouldn't get one if they ask for a return ticket get a flight to Vietnam or Singapore to see you through it and make sure it is a cancellation ticket so you don't waist money

Activity

7 joined
Mark ******
Mark ******
Mark ******
Mark ******
Mark ******
Mark ******
7
people
Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else
Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else
...members60% approval
Member 1
Member 2
Member 3
Member 4
Member 5
Member 6
Member 7
Member 8

Related

25
What are my options for extending my Non-O retirement visa in Thailand when I can't meet the 800k requirement in time?
5k406511d
What are the key financial requirements for applying for a Non-O visa in Thailand?
616173mo
How can I ensure I meet the financial requirements for a Non-O retirement visa in Thailand?
1.2k1263mo
Can I apply for a 60-day Thai visa in the UK and then a retirement visa in Thailand?
9246104mo
What are the bank statement requirements and turnaround time for applying for a visa from NZ to Thailand?
6k181486mo
What are the requirements for renewing a Non-O visa at Jomtien Immigration?
4k33446mo
What are the requirements for obtaining a 90-day Non-O Visa in Thailand, including bank statements and CPA letters?
2k19117mo
What are the requirements for UK citizens applying for a retirement visa in Thailand and is having property in Pattaya beneficial?
11.8k871658mo
What are the current requirements for a non-immigrant O marriage visa and the eVisa system for Thailand?
940469mo
What are the application procedures for Non-OA and Non-O visas for expats moving to Hua Hin from Qatar?
1.1k7101y
When does the Thai visa validity start - upon approval or based on travel dates?
3k31101y
What are the financial requirements for applying for a Thai Visa from Canada or Vietnam?
2k16151y
What are the steps to obtain a Non-O visa and extend it based on retirement in Thailand?
11.5k1051052y
What proof of relationship do I need for a retirement O visa application to Thailand?
5.1k38602y
What are the steps to obtain a DTV visa from the USA for a retired expat in Thailand?
4k31382y
What are the best visa agents in Udon Thani for acquiring a retirement Non-O visa?
2.6k19212y
What are the requirements for obtaining a Non-O retirement visa from the UK?
2.1k14172y
What are the steps to apply for a 1-year retirement visa in Thailand for expats?
10.9k99842y
Which Thai visa should I apply for before moving to Thailand if I plan to switch to a marriage visa?
1.6k1373y
What do I need to apply for a Retirement O Visa in Thailand while on a tourist visa?
3.1k24283y
What is the process for applying for a Non-O retirement visa in Chiang Mai?
4.5k14993y
Can I apply for a Non-O multi-entry retirement visa while in Thailand on a tourist visa?
1.5k10103y
What are the procedures and requirements for applying for long-stay retirement visas in Thailand for expats from Hong Kong?
1.7k8214y
Can I apply for a Non-O visa based on retirement in Thailand without an agency?
1.4k1226y
Do I need to book an appointment to visit the Thai Consulate in Penang for a Non-O visa?
2.3k17227y

Resources

Need help with your retirement visa?