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What is the estimated cost of hiring an agent for a Non-O retirement visa in Thailand utilizing an 800,000 baht swift payment?

Sep 11, 2025
8 months ago
Bobby *****
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Anyone have an idea how much agent will cost for Non o retirement visa where I would use swift payment of 800,000.
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The discussion revolves around the costs associated with hiring an agent for a Non-O retirement visa in Thailand, particularly focusing on the required swift payment of 800,000 baht. Responses range from cautioning against agents due to potential issues, suggesting a DIY approach as the process is straightforward if one has the necessary funds for a bank account, to mentioning quotes from agents ranging from 20,000 to 60,000 baht. Several commenters emphasize the importance of having the funds in the bank for at least 2-4 months prior to applying and offer tips on handling the visa application effectively.
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David ********
I was quoted 56 K at a agent after stopped laughing I left his office
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Nongnuch ********
@David *******
you won't laugh any more when you find out that you cannot get a bank account opened on a touristic entry (which is needed for the retirement visa & extension)
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David ********
@Nongnuch *******
I'm very sorry but I don't know you or what you talk about yours with kind regards David
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Pertti *************
Fly savannakhet apply non o. Go immigration and ask letter to bank you need account to extensionof staying inkingdom. Open account. Deposit. Season it 2months and apply extension👌
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John *******
Do it yourself. Using Swift has nothing to do with the 800,000 baht required and no proof of international transfer.
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Jim *******
Really? Using SWIFT to transfer money from a large overseas bank into a Thai bank account shows like what if not as "International transfer"?
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Bob **********
If you need it all non-o,extension,bank account and multi re entry I’m seeing 45-60k baht just get the non - o at home or a neighboring country come back open a bank account transfer the 800k at least 2 months before the extension and do it yourself 1900 baht 3800 for multi re entry
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Harry ********
Try the this agency honest and efficient at a very reasonable price
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Dava ********
All the problems have happened because agents doing it ..try yourself
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Bill *********
@Dava *******
Apparently not all agents. Mine did a fantastic job for me. I continue to use her services after 2+ years.
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Dava ********
@Bill ********
yes understand i mean problem with banks freeze accounts a lot about agents do for people...I use age to for many things
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Alan *****
Are you going to apply for visa while you’re in Thailand. & your 800,000 baht has to be in your account for 3 or 4 months
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Bryan ******
@Alan ****
one stop visa. Bottom of soi 6
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Alan *****
@Bryan *****
yes I know the place 👍
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Graham ******
@Alan ****
Not for the initial Non-O except in Jomtien (and maybe one other Immigration Office)
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Brendan ********
I done it . With help of thai gf. £50 max
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Sasi ************
Would you considered doing it yourself? It’s pretty straightforward process. Especially that you have the required funds and willing to submit it for approval.

The only part it might be a challenge is open a bank account but it’s durable.

I am Thai and helping my friend getting his, Ive learn so much! If you have a question feel free to ask.

I did The US’s visa, PR and Citizenship for me and my children all by myself. It’s so much fun learning!
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Gary ***********
You have the 90 day O visa? Then need back account to be opened , you put your money in and then then they do the 12 extension for you, if so then about 20k baht
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