Good morning all.
I posted a few weeks back to ask for guidance on moving from a Visa Exempt entry to a Non-Immigrant O Visa (to be obtained in Thailand), then moving to a 1 year extension based on retirement
Robert advised to visit the local Immigration Office and ask for requirements.
I did this, and partner and I today submitted our applications for the Non-Immigrant O Visa (1st stage) and I thought I would share my experience and of course thank Robert for his advice and along with his colleagues, thank him for providing a well-run and helpful Facebook group – THANK YOU !
In the interests of sharing my experience with you, I have done so below - so only worth reading if you have similar requirement.
Cheers !
REQUIREMENTS
APPLICATION FORM
2x original completed application form TM87, including passport photo on each application form
PASSPORTS
Original Passport
Copy of main passport pages where photo and passport number are shown
Copy of page from passport showing Visa exempt entry and TM6 departure card
FUNDS
Original Thank Bank Account Book
Copy of Thai Bank Account Book showing 800,000bht (+) for 2+ months
Letter from bank confirming account held with them
Evidence from bank confirming that 800,000bht (+) of account originated from outside of Thailand.
(For info we have Bangkok Bank accounts (branch next to Market Village) and the provision of info was quick; Immigration advised that this was valid for calendar days)
RESIDENCE
Copy of Landlord's ID Card
Copy of Landlord's Blue Book
Copy of Blue book for the condo I rent
Evidence that condo is owned by landlord
Hand drawn map of where condo is located
PAYMENT
2000bht
COPIES
2 copies of all evidence with each page signed in the bottom right hand corner
AT HUA HIM MAIN IMMIGRATION
If needed both photo copy and passport photo service is available (with charge) on ground floor to right of reception
Visa Service is located upstairs with entrance at front and centre of building
When arriving the “Triage Desk” asked what service was needed, checked passport and allocated a ticket with number
Partner and I arrived on 19 March 2019 at 09.00, and we were
seen within 5 minutes.
We were asked for our telephone numbers, given receipts, return of our passports and bank books and advised Visas to be picked up on 11 April, 2 days before current Visa Exempt permission expires
TLDR : Answer Summary
The post shares the author's experience transitioning from a Visa Exempt entry to applying for a Non-Immigrant O Visa in Thailand. It includes detailed requirements such as necessary application forms, passport documentation, proof of funds (including showing sufficient balance in a Thai bank account), residency evidence, payment details, and a description of the application process at the Hua Hin Immigration Office. The author expresses gratitude to the community for guidance received.
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.
