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What are the visa requirements and advice for retirees moving to Thailand from Australia?

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Apr 11, 2025

22 days ago

Mel ********

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G’day expat Pom living in Oz, looking to find out, review and move to Thailand in our retirement 

Will endeavour to check out all the posts and advice and try not to ask novice questions 😬

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The user, an expat considering a move to Thailand for retirement, seeks advice regarding visa options and relevant regulations. Key suggestions include checking eligibility for a Retirement Visa after age 50, ensuring a Thai bank account holds 800,000 Baht for visa renewal, and gaining insight into Thai culture by visiting different regions before committing to relocation.

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Go to the Retirement Visa Section for information on requirements, including age restrictions, financial requirements, and necessary documentation.
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You've come to the right group!

21 days ago

Tim ****

Look up siam legal they can assist you

22 days ago

Harrys ************

Check out YouTube as a law firm describes the various visas available. Can't remember name but just search

22 days ago

Mike *******

A breath of fresh air, thank you and good luck.

22 days ago

Sylvia ********

Hopefully you have visited several times as many areas are so different you need to tour for a couple of months and understand culture etc before you consider a move. Above post good advise regarding visa requirements

22 days ago

Paul *******

Are you over 50 years? If so obtain a Retirement Visa for 12 months in Australia. In Thailand, Two months before visa expires have 800,000 Thai Baht in a Thai bank account, then apply for annual extension of stay based on being over 50. I have been doing this for over 12 years. Very hard to get an initial Retirement Visa when in Thailand because Banks will only open an account for you if you have a long stay visa,

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