What do I need to know about applying for a NON-O retirement visa in Thailand?

NON-O Retirement Visa Thai Visa Rules Visa Application Process Medical Insurance Requirements Proof of Income Long Term Stay in Thailand

Aug 5, 2023

a year ago

Fernando ************

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Hi everybody. I so much appreciate any advice you can provide. 

I’m possibly interested in getting the Visa O (retirement).  It is my understanding I do not need proof of medical insurance as some other visa types require the certificate. Maybe I’m wrong, not absolutely sure. 

I got this from the royal thai consulate in L.A:                                                                   NON – O ”    Retirement  USD 80.- 3 months USD 200.- 1 year

Does this mean first 3 month permitted will cost me U$80?

Subsequent 3 months will cost U$200? Or is the U$200 for rest of year (9 months). I hope this is not confusing. 

I’m a US passport holder above 50yrs with enough proof of income.  I will have proof of address of hotel if I don’t get the letter of invitation. 

I intend to make my decision of Long Term stay once in Thailand after my first year of experience. I will eventually get medical insurance coverage once there (if allowed under NON -O), and be able to shop around with free will for coverage. 

What am I missing here? Or what is inaccurate above?

Again, Thank you for your imput. I truly look forward to experiencing your beautiful country (my first trip was in 2009 with my ex - we loved it! We had only positive things to say). 

Fernando

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The user is seeking guidance on obtaining a NON-O retirement visa for Thailand, questioning whether proof of medical insurance is required and clarifying visa fees. They are a US passport holder over 50 with sufficient income and plan to initially stay in Thailand without immediate medical insurance coverage. Comments from the community provide insights into the application process, emphasizing the importance of verifying visa types and income proof requirements.

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Chris *******

Of note is your "proof of income".

The US embassies do not issue an income certificate so you can only do it based on lump sum 800k the first year.

If this is your situation.

a year ago

Brandon ************

I've never heard of anyone getting a multiple entry non-O based on retirement, which is what the 1 year visa the embassy is referencing. If they actually issue such a visa which I'm not sure about, you would receive permission to stay in Thailand for 90 days and would have to leave after that but could immediately return and get another 90 days. You can enter as many times as you want during the 1 year of the visa and get 90 days each time. It may be a good option if you just want to test the waters. I'd double check with them before you apply though because if you apply and they don't offer it, you can't get a refund of the difference between the multiple entry and the single entry they'll actually issue you

a year ago

Chris *******

@Brandon ***********

yes it does happen.

I've just encountered this with a Canadian who accidentally applied for it.

It's not what he wanted and they wouldn't change it.

He will of course be able to do a 1yr extension during any one of the entries, so that is the plan for him.

Wasted 💰

a year ago

Fernando ************

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@Brandon ***********

Thank you. Much appreciated!

a year ago

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