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What is the best visa option for staying in Thailand for a year before committing to living there?
Apr 9, 2025
4 days ago
Rob *******
ORIGINAL POSTERTLDR : Answer Summary
The user inquires about staying in Thailand for a year without committing to permanent residency, seeking the most effective visa strategy. Community responses suggest various approaches including applying for a 90-day visa followed by an extension, acquiring a multi-entry tourist visa (METV) for a more extended stay, and considerations based on age and financial situations for applying for a Non-O visa. Users also caution against the risk of being denied entry for repeated short-term tourism patterns and recommend checking specific visa requirements based on nationality.
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.
- Explore recent discussions by using the Non-O Retirement Visa tag in the search box at the top of the page.
- Join the Thai Visa Advice Facebook Group to ask your questions, and get advice from others.
