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What is the process for applying for a Retirement Visa in Thailand while on a NonO visa?

Retirement Visa Non-O Visa Thailand Immigration Visa Application Process Bank Deposit Requirements TM30

Maria *********

asked Feb 10, 2025

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Hello all. I live in Bangna, Bangkok. I'm British here on NonO visa which expires on 18th March. I'm planning to apply for my Retirement Visa by myself. I have the funds in the account but just for a month now. I have TM30. 

Which immigration office do I need to go to?

Any advice or tips will be helpful. 

Thank you.

Answer summary

A British expat living in Bangna, Bangkok, is seeking advice on applying for a Retirement Visa while currently on a Non-O visa set to expire on March 18. Key points discussed include the requirement for funds to be in the bank for at least two months prior to application, the recommended immigration office locations (main government complex at Chaengwattana and Samut Prakan immigration office), and clarification that the expat will be applying for an Extension of Stay rather than a new visa.

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Graham ******

So you already have a Non-O Retirement Visa and you will be applying for an Extension of Stay based on this, not a Visa

2 years ago

Paul *******

I use samut Prakan immigration office next to Pak Nam BTS

2 years ago

Maria *********

@Paul ******

is that for new application or renewal, mine is new, first time

2 years ago

Paul *******

@Maria ********

all types of extensions can be applied for there tourist, retirement etc

2 years ago

Stuart *********

It needs to be banked for at least two months prior to application. You go to the immigration office at the main government complex at Chaengwattana.

2 years ago

Maria *********

@Stuart ********

I know about the 2 months thing, do you think they'll reject it.

2 years ago

Stuart *********

@Maria ********

When did you bank the money?

Maria *********

thank you

Maria *********

that's really cutting it fine. But ya I think I'll visit them b4 hand and prep everything. Thank you

2 years ago

Stuart *********

@John *********

Sorry didn’t check the calendar.

2 years ago

John **********

@Stuart ********

make that the 17th, the 15th is a Saturday. Cutting it fine

@Maria ********

so make sure you have everything in order

2 years ago

Stuart *********

@Maria ********

Ok. Apply on the 15th of March. Probably a good idea to go before and ask for the hand out of what’s needed so you can tick all the boxes at application time.

2 years ago

Maria *********

@Stuart ********

15th Jan

2 years ago