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What are the steps to successfully apply for a retirement visa (Non Imm O-A) in Thailand?

Retirement Visa Non Imm O-A Thailand Immigration Visa Application Process Expats in Thailand

Jan 22, 2019

6 years ago

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Morning all. I have just returned to Thailand from my home country after visiting the Kingdom previously on back to back  multi entry tourist visas. The last entry into Thailand I was given a severe grilling and told to " sort my affairs" basically before coming back ". So, when I went back home, almost a month ago, I organised my application and paperwork for the retirement visa, or Non Imm O-A  and sent it to the Thai Embassy. Within 4 days ( with ALL requested paperwork sent) I received my passport back, by courier, with attached visa.

One happy farang ! On entry into Thailand yesterday at Phuket International Airport I was graciously received by the I/O, stamped in, and for the first time ever, " Welcome to Thailand sir, enjoy your retirement ".🙂

So nice to be home.

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The post describes the author's experience of returning to Thailand after previously using multi-entry tourist visas. After a rigorous entry process, the author applied for a Non Imm O-A retirement visa at the Thai Embassy and received approval within four days. Upon re-entering Thailand, the author was welcomed positively, indicating a successful transition to a retirement visa.

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