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What type of visa do I need for retirement in Thailand if I'm over 50?

Arron *********
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Hi guys ,

I'm just looking into the application form online for retirement visa for over 50s , is it the" none immergrant " visa as iv seen people commenting on here .

The others are various tourist visas ect along with an " Ltr visa "

Could somebody please confirm the exact visa I require and make sure I'm on the correct site as its been very temperamental .

All help + advise for an old boy looking to re locate and recommend banks with retirees in thailand ( hua hin ) .

Many thanks
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The user inquires about the application process for a retirement visa for individuals over 50 and whether it corresponds to the 'Non-Immigrant' visa. Community members confirm that the Non-Immigrant (Non-O) visa is appropriate for retirees, explaining that applicants should select this option and indicate their age during the application. Discussions include advice on transferring funds to Thailand and other visa-related concerns.
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Brook ********
Brook ********
Get a non immigrant (Non-O) visa. Avoid the OA visa.
Pamela ********
Pamela ********
Brook Powers what is a non-immigrant OA visa?
Brook ********
Brook ********
Pamela Motion it’s an insurance nightmare for anyone with preexisting conditions, overweight or advanced age.

It’s also a criminal history and ridiculous physical.
Graham ******
Graham ******
Brook Powers That is a personal choice. For some the Non-OA is the best fit.
Night *******
Night *******
OK, please keep on looking.
Richard *********
Richard *********
I watched to YouTube Video that was previously posted and it said the best way to send the 800,000 baht to your bank in Thailand to use a bank wire. Can I also use Electronic Bank Transfer (EFT)?
John ********
John ********
Richard Collins or SWIFT
Wayno *******
Wayno *******
I used WISE, super easy.
Todd *********
Todd *********
Richard Collins use Wise if you like your own money
John ********
John ********
We should all agree, Agents are NOT overpaid!
Stuart ***********
Stuart ***********
Not by me, I never use them!
John ********
John ********
Stuart Chiverton Aren’t you the Hero😂😂
Stuart ***********
Stuart ***********
Only when compared to imbeciles that can't do simple tasks. Compared to others I'm just normal🤣.
Night *******
Night *******
Stuart Chiverton Is that an accomplishment?
Brandon ************
Brandon ************
This is the current selection for the 90-day non-O visa based on retirement (over age 50).
Richard *********
Richard *********
@Brandon ***********
do you know if you can opt in for multiple entries instead of single entry?
Brandon ************
Brandon ************
Richard *********
Richard *********
Arron *********
Arron *********
OP
Is it the same visa + I just apply for the " non - immegrant on this selection.

I presumed it would state over 50s visa ?.

Thanks again
Steve *******
Steve *******
Arron Doherty It will at some point in the application ask you for the reason for the Non Imm O visa, that's when you can choose 50 and over. The Non Imm O visa is issued for many different reasons
Brandon ************
Brandon ************
@Steve ******
There is no more "over 50." Is what it says in my photo
Arron *********
Arron *********
OP
@Brandon ***********
many thanks

However on the site I'm on the official site it shows this ?
Brandon ************
Brandon ************
@Arron ********
My photo literally shows you what to choose.
Tero ************
Tero ************
Arron Doherty Choose non immigrant visa and go from there. I just applied this visa. Applied last week. Got approval today.
Arron *********
Arron *********
OP
Tero Rapurallaa thanks you very much

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