What documentation do I need for my Retirement Visa renewal at Immigration in Thailand?

Retirement Visa NON-O Visa Visa Renewal Documentation Immigration Procedures Thailand Expat Services

Nov 18, 2024

a month ago

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Hi everyone. I am doing my Retirement Visa renewal myself for the first time. What all documentation will I need when I go to Immigration? AND please save all the ignorant wisecracks.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user is inquiring about the necessary documentation for renewing their Retirement Visa (NON-O) at Thai Immigration for the first time. The community responses suggest starting by picking up the official list of requirements from the immigration office, as these can change over time. Some users advise bringing more documents than you think are necessary to avoid missing anything, and mention that the US Embassy does not provide certain letters anymore. Overall, personal experiences from other expats show that visiting the immigration office early and being prepared with a comprehensive set of documents can ease the renewal process.

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Marty *********

Another perspective is to go as early as possible which would be 30 or 45 days depending on your immigration office. Ask your question and then bring everything that is easy to do. It’s a lot easier to bring too much than not enough. If they don’t want it they won’t take it. If you don’t have something then you have plenty of time to get what you need and return another day if that is necessary. Take notes. Next time you will know what you need to know.

a month ago

Braulio *********

Check the IO office.

a month ago

Ian ********

These were the requirements when I did my extension in CM in August this year

a month ago

Stu *********

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@Ian *******

thank you

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Linda ***********

You don't need an agent but safest and to ensure all in correct order you need to pick-up the 'documents needed' instruction sheet & 3 page application. It's very challenging to get all documents for Non-O Visa & some docs dropped or added different years, so best collect from Samui Immigration. Note.. US Embassy Bangkok and some others no longer issue letter & Immigration aware. Also, when applying within thailand a police report has never been asked of me. H

a month ago

Pete *******

Go to immigration and ask for a list of their requirements.

a month ago

Peter ****************

E.g. This is the handout from Korat imm.

a month ago

Stu *********

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@Pete ******

Ok. Good idea. I just thought someone on here that has done their own renewal without using an agent would know what I need.

a month ago

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@Stu ********

Only Korat, but maybe already a big lead for collecting docs. Good luck.🙏

a month ago

Brian *********

@Stu ********

the suggestion is good, what they may require potentially varies from one immigration office to the next. Asking them and avoiding the smart asses here is your safest bet. 😉👍

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Brian *********

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