What is the recommended time frame to renew a retirement visa in Thailand before its due date?

Retirement Visa Visa Renewal Thailand Immigration Visa Application Process Visa Timing

Apr 23, 2024

7 months ago

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Hi. When applying to renew retirement visa what is the time scale? Should this be more than 2 weeks before it’s due or less than 2 weeks?

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When renewing a retirement visa in Thailand, it is recommended to start the process earlier rather than waiting until the last minute. Most immigration offices allow renewal applications up to 30 days before the expiration date, while some may extend that to 45 days. However, there is no strict 2-week limit for submission. Additionally, be mindful of the time required to gather necessary documents, such as a bank statement, which can impact your timing.

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Marty *********

If you need to get a one year statement from your bank then find out how long it takes. Some provide it same day. Others may take up to a week. This will effect your timing to go to immigration.

7 months ago

Jakob *********

@Marty ********

I had mine just done with KTB and SCB all on the same day a

12 months statments, letter of guarantee the lot, afternoon at immigration all done by 3.30 in the afternoon, there were lots of people there, but very efficient, if copies are needed, they tell you, can get them done at the outside, and officer will wait for you until you return with the copies, Pathum Thani immigration very good, and always explain everything

7 months ago

Tod *********

@Marty ********

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Ellie *******

Most immigration offices accept your a-year extension based on retirement since your stamp remains 30 days max until the due date.

There are some offices that let you do it in 45 days or less from the due. Check with your local office.

There is no 2 weeks limit either longer or shorter.

We advise people not to wait until the last minute in case you have to prepare additional documents directed by the immigration office.

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