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What visa do I need for extended stays in Thailand as an Australian citizen?
Dec 25, 2025
a day ago
Tom ***************
ORIGINAL POSTERTLDR : Answer Summary
An Australian citizen seeking to divide their time between Australia and Thailand, spending roughly six months a year in Thailand, may not necessarily need a visa depending on individual circumstances. For those over 50 years old or with family ties in Thailand, a Non-O Visa could be beneficial as it allows for multiple entries and annual extensions. A Multi-Entry Tourist Visa is another option, which is valid for six months and can be obtained from a Thai embassy. However, some users mentioned that, under current regulations, you might not require a visa at all if your travel pattern includes short stays and exiting the country periodically.
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.
