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What visa should I apply for to relocate to Thailand from Malaysia as a UK resident?

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Oct 14, 2023

2 years ago

Terry ************

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Hi all . I am 62 from UK currently residing in Malaysia on a 5 year Talent visa. So technically 

Resident in Malaysia. I would like to come to Thailand to stay with my Thai girlfriend. What would be the best visa to apply for if I want to relocate to Thailand ? Can I apply in Malaysia or do I need to go back to UK to apply ? I can transfer 800k into Thai bank or show funds in Malaysian account if necessary. Any help or advice much appreciated.

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A 62-year-old UK resident with a Talent visa in Malaysia seeks advice on the best visa to apply for to relocate to Thailand to stay with a Thai partner. Suggested options include a Non-O retirement visa, which can be applied for in Thailand or possibly in Malaysia, and the LTR visa. There's also mention of the Thailand Privilege membership as an alternative.

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Alan ******

There’s also the Thailand Privilege membership/visa to consider if you don’t qualify for the LTR visa.

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Terry ************

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Thanks for the replies 🙏

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Graham ******

You can get a Non-O retirement Visa inside Thailand after you transfer the 800k or you may be able to get it in Malaysia, check the Embassy and Consulate websites

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Darren ******

1 year A-O retirement visa or

10 year LTR ( long term res ) visa for 70k ish baht.

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Duncanc **********

10 years seems optimistic under the circumstances 🤭

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Todd *********

10 year LTR is only 50k in Thailand. The embassies mark them up for no apparent reason

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Darren ******

do u know the requirements for the LTR pls

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Todd *********

all is here

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Darren ******

I did post 50k initially but edited my post to 70k to match the screen shot .

Thx 🙏

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