Hi Visa experts, finally it's time for my wife and I to sort out our visas. We are both Australian, living in Syndey. I'm 51, so looking at either the OA or OX retirement visa as my option, which isn't the problem. My challenge is that my wife is 41, so doesn't qualify.
I've heard that she could travel on a tourist visa or STV and then go to Phuket immigration who will look at her as my dependant/wife (I believe) and will give the option to have her aligned/added to my OA/OX visa?
Or, amongst the brains trust on this site does anyone have any other ideas. I'm not looking at TE, Edu or volunteer visas unless that's our only option. We want to retire; we have our house in Phuket already and we are just looking for the simplest way to live legally.
Thanks in advance
TLDR : Answer Summary
An Australian couple is seeking guidance on obtaining visas for retirement in Thailand. The husband qualifies for an OA or OX retirement visa at age 51, while his wife, aged 41, does not meet the age requirement. Suggestions include having her enter Thailand on a tourist visa or STV, then applying for a dependent Non-O visa based on the husband's retirement visa. However, it's noted that STVs are no longer valid for conversion. Recommendations include consulting Phuket immigration for further advice and considering investment or spouse visa options.
NON-O RETIREMENT VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
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