What is the process to convert an education visa to a retirement visa in Phuket?

February 4, 2022
3 years ago
Lawrence ******
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Anyone know what the process is to convert from an education visa to a retirement visa in Phuket. Is this something I can do myself?
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To convert from an education visa to a retirement visa in Phuket, you cannot directly change the purpose of an issued visa. You will have to cancel or let your current education visa run out before applying for a new retirement visa based on your age. It's advised to visit your local Immigration Office with your passport to inquire about possible options and specific requirements.
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Robert *******
You can not change the reason from an issued visa.

You might cancel or let it run out, the current Extension of Stay based on education and apply for a new Extension of Stay based on being over 50 years of age.

But this all depend to the visa you used to enter Thailand, easiest option is to visit your local Immigration Office with your passport and ask if it is possible and what the requirements are.
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