What is a Letter of Qualification Endorsement from the Thailand Board of Investment, and how does it affect Non-O visa applications?

Feb 4, 2025
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Scott ******
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Edit: See screenshots in my comments below for the correct information.

I'm on the Thai E-visa website completing an application for a Non-O visa.

I've attached a few screenshots of the key parts of the application.

What is a Letter of qualification endorsement issued from Thailand Board of Investment (BOI), how do I get one, and what difference does it make if I'm applying for a retirement visa and have no intention to work? A bank statement I could understand. This? ???
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The user is seeking clarification on the 'Letter of Qualification Endorsement' from the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) as part of their Non-O visa application. They are particularly confused about why such a letter is needed when applying for a retirement visa and express their expectation that a bank statement would suffice.
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Scott ******
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One more comment: The e-visa website times out relatively quickly. I recommend you click Save (bottom of each page) often ;)
Stuart *********
Scott ******
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Thanks Stuart I appreciate the help :)
Stuart *********
You’ve chosen LTR visa. That’s not the right option.
Scott ******
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Scott ******
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Scott ******
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Scott ******
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Here are a couple screenshots from the Thai E-Visa website which I believe are the correct choices for the Non-Immigrant (O) visa. Hope this helps someone in the future.
Scott ******
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Thanks Stuart, you're right. I've stumbled onto the right section. I'll post another screenshot with the correct info in case it helps someone else in the future.
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