What are the steps and requirements for applying for a retirement visa in Thailand at age 55?

Nov 4, 2020
4 years ago
Tobias **********
ORIGINAL POSTER
Hi, I'm interested in a retirement visa, I'm 55 years old, and I would like to move to Thailand, do you handle that?
1,504
views
6
likes
39
all likes
18
replies
0
images
10
users
TLDR : Answer Summary
The post discusses the interest in applying for a retirement visa in Thailand by a 55-year-old individual. The comments provide information about the requirement to have 800,000 THB in a Thai bank account, the application process through embassies, and clarify that working in Thailand is not allowed under this visa. Additionally, there are details on visa fees, suggesting that the OA retirement visa costs between $200 and $300.
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.
Hugh ********
Thai embassy mate
Ruth *******
Is there a fee for this visa?
Steve *******
@Ruth *******
Depending on the visa you obtain (there are different types of visas based on retirement) and the consulate/embassy where you obtain it, the fees range from about £50-£150.
Ruth *******
@Steve ******
thanks. I was talking about the OA retirement visa (I thought that was what was being discussed). It appears the application fee is $200, which is in line with your estimate. I guess that’s the only cost, which I found a bit surprising. Thanks.
John **********
@Ruth *******
, $300 for OA.
Tobias **********
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Ruth *******
Hi Ruth, I have no idea, I'm studying the subject
Tobias **********
ORIGINAL POSTER
Many thanks Kool
Garrett ***********
@Tobias *********
I understand the confusion. Unfortunately this is not a visa agency, this is a group for foriegners that need advice and help sorting out their visa status. If you're interested in apply for a retirement visa we can offer you advice on the paperwork and process needed to get you in the right direction.
Kool *******
One thing to remember about the retirement visa/extension, unless you are wealthy, you can not legally work with a retirement visa/extension. You can get a type OA retirement visa from outside Thailand to come and live here, but as long as you have that visa/extension, you can not legally work in Thailand, and being just 55 years old I suspect you still plan on working. Just contact the Thai embassy/consulate close to you, and they will help you. It is actually an easy process.
Vyacheslav ************
What is your citizenship? Where do you stay now? You can PM me.
Tobias **********
ORIGINAL POSTER
Hi thanks for your reply,i mean to try make it after Thailand open, and you know about local office can help me with this process? thanks
Wojciech ***********
Easy put 800k on a Thai bank account and apply for the visa, but currently Thailand is locked
Tom ********
Oliver *************
@Wojciech **********
65K Baht A Month is Another way Am i Correct ?
Wojciech ***********
@Oliver ************
yes but it has to come from the Government of a country as pension .. or something like this as secure income
Oliver *************
@Wojciech **********
Thank You I was Just Checking for Myself and Thought it might be Usefull for Tobias to Know thats available as well
Wojciech ***********
@Oliver ************
well another option is pay 500$ to a nice visa agent and they do it all for you without you having the money on a bank account .. works well ... but I am still to young to get the retirement visa option at all
Oliver *************
@Wojciech **********
Yes But i Have to be in Country to do that as i Have done it once Before after Getting my First Retired Visa which has now expired while im stuck in Uk Dont Have 800 k in Uk Bit Difficult after No Work for five Years But Can Flexi Draw down on Private Pension When i Get There
Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else
... members · 60% approval rate
The Thai Visa Advice And Everything Else group allows for a broad range of discussions on life in Thailand, beyond just visa inquiries.
Join the Group
Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else
View the Conversation
Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else