This is NOT an official government website. We are an independent resource providing information and assistance to travelers.

What should I do after encountering issues with my Non-O visa extension in Thailand?

non-o visa visa extension Thai immigration expat visa advice bank requirements eVisa agent services

Mar 12, 2026

2 months ago

Benny ********

ORIGINAL POSTER

Just need some advice on what you would do in this situation, I went to do my second non o extension but a couple of things went wrong, the bank letter for one was in AU dollars not Baht but my bank statement was in Baht, not accepted, they wanted 12 months of bank statements didn't have the required 800k amount for that time as i changed banks, thinking i would need only 2 months of the money being in the bank before my extension was done, not accepted, biggest problem now is im out of Thailand for 3 months and now i will have to do another non o visa so i just asking would you do an eVISA online or just get an visa exempt come back and get an agent to do the both the visa & the extension

1,002

views

all likes

replies

users

TLDR : Answer Summary

The user faced problems during their second Non-O visa extension, primarily due to bank statement requirements and insufficient funds. They are seeking advice on whether to apply for an eVisa online or return to Thailand on a visa exemption and use an agent for both the visa application and extension. Responses suggest applying for the Non-O visa before returning, ensuring the correct funds are deposited, and considering the use of an agent to simplify the process and avoid hassles.

NON-O RETIREMENT VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES

Go to the Retirement Visa Section for information on requirements, including age restrictions, financial requirements, and necessary documentation.
For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
Explore recent discussions by using the Non-O Retirement Visa tag in the search box at the top of the page.
Join the Thai Visa Advice Facebook Group to ask your questions, and get advice from others.

Pelle Eriksson★★★★★

Absolutely Bangkok's best service I highly...

recently on Facebook

Luca G.★★★★★

I used this agency for my DTV Visa...

recently on Google

Trusted Retirement Visa Agent

OVER 100,000 EXPATS SERVED

#1 VISA AGENT IN THAILAND

John **********

Get a Non-O before you return, make sure you have 800k baht in your thai bank for 2 months and go to immigration and apply for the 12 month extension of stay. Straightforward and no need for agents

2 months ago

Doug *******

The best “combination” I found is to obtain the non O visa before entering Thailand, open a bank account (you have one already), and pay an agent to do all the rest. This saves you about 15,000-25,000.

2 months ago

StunningA**********

In this case , an agent is the ticket. Remove the headache

2 months ago

John ********

Come back in visa exempt. Then go to an agent. Just did mine in 7 days.

2 months ago

Frank *********

That's exactly what I would do. Money well spent to not have to go through all the hassles.

2 months ago

Paul *******

Get the O visa before you arrive. I understand you can change to O visa in country but agent's will tell you do it before, it's more hassle to do it here. Then you will have time to do the correct deposits. If you use an agent with the correct funds deposited its about 7K and easier the next year to renew it.

2 months ago

Adam *****

What bank wrote AUD?

2 months ago

Robin *******

Get an agent,, no headaches what so ever , no need to tie the 800k up in your bank ( which I wudnt do anyway as it dosnt make any money on it ) no stress , ( yes a little bit more expensive but so what ) dont let people say “” oh your visa isn’t leagal “” yes it is I’ve done it this way for years with no problems at all

2 months ago

Reply to

Robin *******

Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else

... members · 60% approval rate

The Thai Visa Advice And Everything Else group allows for a broad range of discussions on life in Thailand, beyond just visa inquiries.

Join the Group

Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else

View the Conversation

Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else

Should I renew my non-immigrant O visa before leaving Thailand or start over upon returning?

12 comments