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What documents are required to apply for the first extension of a Non-O retirement visa in Thailand?

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First 12 months extension question: I have been approved for a Non-O visa. When I go apply for the first extension what documents do I need to bring. It's a retirement Non-O visa .
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When applying for the first extension of a Non-O retirement visa in Thailand, common required documents typically include proof of residence (such as a lease or ownership documentation), a bank statement showing a minimum balance of 800,000 baht for at least 3 months prior, a copy of your passport and its latest stamp, a completed TM.7 form, a recent passport-sized photo, and cash for the application fee. It is advisable to check with your specific immigration office to confirm the exact requirements as they may vary slightly by location.
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Keith *********
Keith *********
Can I ask. So when you apply for the extension you still need to have 800; 000 baht in the bank. Not just for the non o application. As I was informed. I don’t want to go below this before I apply for my extension in 90 days thanks
Brandon ************
Brandon ************
@Keith ********
yes you still need the 800,000 in the bank 2 months before and 3 months after your extension.
Keith *********
Keith *********
Andy **********
Andy **********
You haven't stated what the extension is based on?? Just visit the immigration office, that you will be applying to, and request a list of requirements for the extension you need.
Lay *******
Lay *******
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Retirement Non-O
Andy **********
Andy **********
@Lay ******
the usual advice is, to go to the immigration office that you will do the extension at, and ask for a list of requirements for an extension based on retirement, also ask time frames etc, because people report requirements can differ slightly from one immigration office to another, I noticed in another comment, someone has given you the basic list for the retirement extension.
Neale **********
Neale **********
Don't immigration tell you all that??
Lay *******
Lay *******
OP
@Neale *********
nope. When I went to pick up my passport with a non-o stamp. I asked the immigration officer. She said "maybe copy of your bankbook".
Aake **********
Aake **********
There is a difference between different immigration offices. Go there and ask for a list of what documents they require
Ken ***********
Ken ***********
Lyndon ************
Lyndon ************
Depends which type of non-o it is.

Very different requirements
Michael ********
Michael ********
You dont say if marriage or retirement ?

Different requirements
Oleg ***********
Oleg ***********
1. Documents from you condo/house rent/own

2. Bank statement for 3 months and bank book, that you have 800,000 in it.

3. Copy of the passport

That’s about it.
Bill ********
Bill ********
@Oleg **********
you dont need
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0 in bank. Just show deposits of
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baht per month FFT
Graham ******
Graham ******
@Bill *******
You do for the first 12 month extension
Bill ********
Bill ********
"Have evidence of financial support—deposit 800,000 Thai baht in a Thai bank account in Thailand for at least two months before application or show a monthly retirement income from outside of Thailand of 65,000 baht monthly or present a combination of deposit and income totaling 800,00 baht." April 2024
Graham ******
Graham ******
@Bill *******
you've done your first 12 month extension several times? When was the last time?
Bill ********
Bill ********
Bill ********
Bill ********
@Graham *****
no you are wrong. Ive been through it several times.
Bill ********
Bill ********
Graham ******
Graham ******
@Bill *******
yes you are wrong
Bill ********
Bill ********
Bill ********
Bill ********
Nongnuch ********
Nongnuch ********
@Oleg **********
the bank statement must be for 2 months, and what you listed is not enough, there is much more to bring to Immigration
Michael ********
Michael ********
@Nongnuch *******
like what ?
Nongnuch ********
Nongnuch ********
@Michael *******
*TM.7

*Passport

*Copy photo page passport

*Copy latest stamp in passport

*Copy visa or extension in passport

*Copy TM.6 if you have. (discontinued for all entries by air, land and sea at date)

*Receipt TM.30

*Lease contract or proof of home

*Pass-photo

*Bank statement or confirmation from your embassy

*1900 thb cash
Jan ******************
Jan ******************
@Lay ******
You should do as advised as practice might vary, but just to give you an overview. These are the general requirements at Jomtien immigration Chonburi;

*TM.7

*Passport

*Copy photo page passport

*Copy latest stamp in passport

*Copy visa or extension in passport

*Copy TM.6 if you have. (discontinued for all entries by air, land and sea at date)

*Receipt TM.30

*Lease contract or proof of home

*Pass-photo

*Bank statement or confirmation from your embassy

*1900 thb cash
Steve **********
Steve **********
@Jan *****************
have done for years, last time 2 additional forms on Chiangmai .

But they now have a Cadre of English speaking volunteers to assist.

TIT.

Participate for the day.

This is my 21, and there's usually something.
Nongnuch ********
Nongnuch ********
@Jan *****************
TM6 "suspended airport at date" . . I know English is not your first language. Could we agree on "TM6 (discontinued for all entries by air")? . . . . . . . . . . . (land and sea following by May 1st)
Jan ******************
Jan ******************
@Nongnuch *******
Thank you, I’ve updated my comment and personal notes. Discontinued by air, -also land & sea until 15th October.👍
Nongnuch ********
Nongnuch ********
@Jan *****************
correct. Just re-read the article in the Bangkok Post. . . "The government has suspended the requirement for foreigners who enter Thailand by land or sea to fill out TM 6 immigration forms from April 15 until Oct 15."
Jan ******************
Jan ******************
@Nongnuch *******
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Nongnuch ********
Nongnuch ********
@Jan *****************
I think the TM6 has been suspended indefinitely for all three types of entry. maybe I am wrong. Haven't read anything about a limit for land and sea
Brandon ************
Brandon ************
Assuming you applied inside of Thailand for your non-O visa, the documents will be similar to what you used to apply for the visa. But to be 100% sure you should go to your immigration office about a week before you plan on applying and ask for their handout for requirements for the specific extension you'll be applying for. That way you know exactly what they want and can get everything prepared before you go.

You should actually do this every year, as sometimes they like to surprise you with new requirements.
Lay *******
Lay *******
OP
@Brandon ***********
seems like you know a lot. What happens if I have an emergency, and I think I might, and I have to leave Thailand before I get my extension approved? Does the Non-O expires?
Graham ******
Graham ******
@Lay ******
Yes you start again if you don't purchase a re-entry permit
Lay *******
Lay *******
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Lay *******
Lay *******
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Brandon ************
Brandon ************
@Lay ******
a re-entry permit doesn't add any time.
Graham ******
Graham ******
@Lay ******
You have to re-enter before 19-May to maintain that stamp
Lay *******
Lay *******
OP
@Graham *****
ok, got it. If my Non-O 90 days expire on May 19th, and if I leave on the 15th of May. I still have 4 days on the books when I come back if I do the re-entry permit.
Graham ******
Graham ******
@Lay ******
We are on the same page, a re-entry permit keeps your current stamp live whether that is a 90 day Non-O or a 12 month extension. No re-entry permit and that stamp ceases so you start again.
Chuck *********
Chuck *********
Lay *******
Lay *******
OP
@Graham *****
I'm not sure if we're on the same page. I'm asking "what happens if I leave BEFORE I get my first 12 months extension". Does my Non-O expire?
Graham ******
Graham ******
@Lay ******
As long as you want. Just return in time to process your next extension.
Lay *******
Lay *******
OP
@Graham *****
if I do purchase a re-entry permit, how many months can I stay away from Thailand. Would 6 months be ok?
Lay *******
Lay *******
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