What are the rules for applying for a Non-O retirement visa extension in Thailand?

Sep 7, 2023
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Russell *******
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Non O Retirement Extension Questions.

What is the min - max number of days before it expires that you can apply for the 1 year extension?

Topping up the 400K to 800K 2 months prior, is that prior to the application date or the expiry date?
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The minimum number of days to apply for a Non-O retirement extension is typically 30 days before expiration, with some locations like Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Phuket allowing applications 45 days prior. When increasing your bank balance from 400,000 to 800,000 THB, you should ensure this increment occurs at least two months before the extension application date, rather than the expiration date. It's advisable to confirm specifics with your local immigration office, as requirements can vary.
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Curtis **********
Can you dip below 400k after your final extension of stay stamp is stamped/approved?
Nick ************
Please ask at your immigration office as mine (it could be the only one) insusts on money banked for 3 months and I nearly came unstuck.
Stuart *********
@Nick ***********
was that Jomtien?
Nick ************
@Stuart ********
No, Nakhon Phanom. Tod said I should have challenged them but I hate to think what the consequences would have been had I made the officer loose face. Best to stay on side so I went back the following week. I was only 3 days short!
Stuart *********
Depends on the office. Most are 30 days prior. Some like Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket are 45 days prior.

Top up is two months prior to applying.
Russell *******
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@Stuart ********
Tx. Is there a disadvantage to applying 45 days earlier in a sense that you would lose 45 days from your existing 1 year extension? Or does the renewal start from the last day of your last extension regarldess of the date you apply?
Jake *****
@Russell ******
Nope...no loss 45 days, your origin expiration date never changes
Stuart *********
@Russell ******
The renewal is added to your existing date, not the date of applying. However the 3 months after for the funds rule is after that date, not the date you applied.
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