Hi folks first post here. Been to Thailand a few times and would love to spend 6 months to a year there. Any ideas what would be the best visa to go for for a year? Wouldn’t intend to work there just a holiday
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For a year-long stay in Thailand without working, the Special Tourist Visa (STV) allows up to 270 days through multiple extensions. Alternatively, if you're over 50, you can apply for a NON-O-A Retirement Visa, which permits stays of one year with the possibility of extension upon re-entry. Border runs for visa exemptions are no longer reliable due to current regulations, and travelers are advised to secure a visa for extended stays.
NON-O RETIREMENT VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
Go to the Retirement Visa Section for information on requirements, including age restrictions, financial requirements, and necessary documentation.
For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
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comming from ozz , just enter visa exempt ,and cross a border every 60 days .no need for a visa , if you want to travel .
Andy ***********
You need a Visa... The days of border runs is well and truly over. Where can you cross and get back ? Certainly not Malaysia / Cambodia or Myanmar....conditions are different now. He is looking for sound advice - the correct advice is to suggest a visa type - ie Retirement Non O or Tourist
I do not think this plan will work anymore - need a visa
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Hans *******
1 year vise and 2 years pocket money, could be enough
Bobby ********
STV (Special Tourist Visa).
Reiner *********
Well try the new Special Tourist Visa STV then it allows you to stay 3x90 days so about 270 ..check the requirements at you nearest royal thai consulate ...or if you over 50 an NON O A retired
Bobby ********
Andrew Morris. It's 90 days which can be extended twice up to a maximum 270 days.