If I get an OA from my home country (USA), what happens after my 1 year stay in Thailand if I want to continue living in Thailand? Can I get an O visa in Thailand or do I need to leave Thailand and reapply of an OA again in the US?
TLDR : Answer Summary
If you hold a Non Immigrant O-A visa and want to continue living in Thailand after one year, you have a couple of options. You can exit and re-enter Thailand before your visa expiration date, allowing you to receive a new one-year stay, provided you have valid health insurance. Alternatively, you can apply for a one-year Extension of Stay at a local Immigration Office if you meet their criteria. However, you cannot change your visa type while still in Thailand, and to obtain a new Non Immigrant O-A visa, you must reapply from your home country.
OA RETIREMENT VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
- Go to the OA Retirement Visa Section for information on requirements, including age restrictions, financial requirements, and necessary documentation.
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