What is the best strategy for obtaining a Non-O visa in Thailand for retirement?

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Hi
 I'm  planning  to retire  in Thailand  over 60,live in England deposited 800 000 bhts last week into my thai bank account... confused  my self with visa application, my plan is 60 tourist  visa  get a 30 day extension... apply for non  o at nong khai immigration,  early Dec!!
 any thoughts  or comments 
 cheers

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The user is planning to retire in Thailand and seeks advice on the visa process. They deposited 800,000 THB into a Thai bank account and are considering first obtaining a 60-day tourist visa with a 30-day extension before applying for a Non-O visa at Nong Khai immigration. Several comments suggest that applying directly for the Non-O visa upon arrival may be more efficient, especially since the funds are already in their bank account. It is recommended to arrive on a 30-day visa exemption instead of obtaining a tourist visa, as this could simplify the process.

Sirinya ******** · Answer

Good for stay Thai

Chattra ********* · Answer

Can get retirement here

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Steve ******* · Answer

Get the Non Imm O evisa from the RTE London. Much easier.

Lyndon ************ · Answer

No need for a tourist visa, especially with the bank account already opened. Arrive on the 30 day visa exemption and get your application in the following week.

Note when you leave the UK, your airline may want to see a ticket out of Thailand within 30/60 days, before allowing you to board. A cheap refundable ticket out of Thailand (not home)  is all you'll need, cancel that and get a refund after arrival.

William ******** · Answer

Nong khai immigration are friendly but best to bring your thai speaking spouse or friend with you.

Graham ****** · Answer

If you already have money in your account seasoning get the Non-O before you travel?

Albert ********* · Answer

Hi

thank you for such a quick reply still in London fly 28th Nov..

I just wondered  if 60 days was going to be enough  time...

you have put my mind at rest

many  many thanks !!!

Brandon ************ · Answer

If you already have the money in the bank, is there a reason you want to apply for the 30 day extension?  You're going to pay 1900b for an extra 30 days for no reason, you can just apply directly for the non-O visa for 2000 baht.

You need to apply for the 90 day non-O visa when you have between 14-21 days left on your stay, depending on the immigration office.  Just go and apply about a month after you enter with a tourist visa.

Or are you already in the country?  The only reason you would need to apply for the 30 day extension maybe, is if Nong Khai requires the money to be in the account for 2 months already by the time you apply for the extension.  But most offices do not require this and you can apply as soon as you have the money in your Thai bank account.

What is the best strategy for obtaining a Non-O visa in Thailand for retirement?

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