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What is the expected timeline for processing a Non-O visa and retirement visa in Thailand?

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Mark ***********

asked Nov 23, 2022

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Hello again! I am from the USA and over 50. I transferred my funds from overseas to my Thai bank on November 16 to position myself to apply for a Non-O visa after January 16 and eventually obtain a retirement visa (based on guidance previously provided here). I would like to know what timeline for processing the application and obtaining retirement visa I should expect. Currently I will fly into Bangkok on December 30: my return flight to US is March 28. My concern, Will I need to extend my stay to complete the visa process? Not clear how this works.

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The timeline for processing a Non-O visa application is approximately 14 days after submission, and you can apply for it as soon as you enter Thailand, ensuring you have at least 15 days left on your current visa stamp. After obtaining this visa, you will need to wait until you have 45 days or less remaining on that stamp to apply for the yearly extension for the retirement visa. To qualify, your funds must be in a Thai bank account in your name for at least two months before applying.

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Tod *********

1- you apply for the 90 day Non-O visa when you have a minimum of 15 days left on your stamp (so in your case do it as soon as you get IN to the country and can get the documents in order) for 2000baht

** it goes under review for 14 days

2 - you go back to get the Non-O visa and a new 90 day stamp inked in

3 - when you have 45 days or less left on that stamp (and your funds are seasoned in a thai bank account in your name only for 2 months) you apply for the yearly extension for 1900 baht

** it is issued on the spot

4 - you BUY a re-entry permit (1000baht single / 3800baht multiple)

** it is also issued on the spot.

4 years ago

Mark ***********

@Tod ********

thank you so much!

4 years ago

Mark ***********

Will do, I will visit the Rayong office in Malaput.

Mark ***********

Got it! Thanks

Tod *********

then that time line might not be correct so once you hit the ground here get on over to your immigration office and see how the process works there (y)

4 years ago