Why does the Thai embassy recommend a non-O visa for retirement while the online application does not clearly reference this?

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Could someone tell me why the Thai embassy says to get a non O visa if wanting to retire to Thailand, but the online application site makes no mention of a retirement visa in its lists of reasons for a non o visa. I have been teaching some kids online for a couple of years and want to go for a longstay with the family. I understand I need a non o visa. I am well over 50. But nowhere on the online site does it mention retiring. Also it says a non O can be used to visit friends, but then only mentions family relationships. Can someone help me out.

Ask Thailand · Answer

The discussion revolves around the confusion regarding the Non-O visa application process for retirement in Thailand. While the Thai embassy suggests applying for a Non-O visa for retirement, the online application site does not explicitly mention 'retirement' as a reason for application. Responses indicate that although there is no specific 'retirement visa', many expats successfully obtain a Non-O visa stamped with 'Retirement'. Other reasons for the Non-O visa include family connections and other circumstances such as voluntary work. It's crucial to understand the different terminologies used and requirements such as age, financial proofs, and insurance.

Tulip ******** · Answer

Thanks for all the useful and helpful comments. Nice to have the support and expertise of this forum.

Jim ******** · Answer

Just go with the flow. Enjoy the rest of your life.

Steve ******* · Answer

It's issued for many reasons, one being over 50 years old, not retirement. Other reasons are marriage to a Thai, having Thai dependant relatives and undertaking volunteering work in Thailand

Adrian ****** · Answer

Terminology is the thing

Philip ********** · Answer

There’s no such thing as a retirement visa. There’s an extension of stay based on retirement.

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Billy ******* · Answer

We are in the same suitation can't find a nearby Thai embassy that will issue the type O for my wife to be a rider on my retirement visa inside Thailand before vietine loas did now it's not in there list.

Stuart ********* · Answer

There actually is no “retirement” visa. Many references to one or more found online. The three variations are actually a visa for those over 50. Employment status, whether you are actually retired is irrelevant.

David ******* · Answer

I just applied for, and was issued, a Non O ‘for Retirement’ from RTE London via the e-visa site. You need to be over 50, have proof of a pension or £10k in your bank account for 3 months. Plus insurance, flight, some accommodation booked.

Bonnie ********* · Answer

Please be aware that the embassy requirements and envisaged requirements are not the same.

Brandon ************ · Answer

I'm not really sure what you are looking at.

When you're in the evisa application there is a section for "Non-Immigrant Visa" and then under that there is an option for "Retirement." It seems pretty self explanatory to me.

Why does the Thai embassy recommend a non-O visa for retirement while the online application does not clearly reference this?

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