I have a particular question about what happens in the weeks after applying for non-O based on retirement.

Context: I will self-apply for a 90day non-O based on retirement in Jomtien, and ~2 months later for a 1year extension. I will be using the 800k in bank method.

I will apply in early August, and then plan taking a 30+ days trip through Thailand. My understanding is; that I will be getting an ‘under consideration’ stamp in my passport on the day of the application.

My questions are:

- Will I get my passport back on the day of the application, or will it stay with immigration during the ‘under consideration’ period?

- How long is the ‘under consideration’ period?

- Do I need to be back at Jomtien immigration on a specific date (eg. 14 days later), or can I immediately start my trip and return to Jomtien immigration at a later time, say 45days after the initial application for the 90day non-O. I will be staying in Thailand for the entire period.

- Will there be any 90day reporting requirements?

Thanks for helping!

I have been working here in Thailand but the work is finishing so I intend to return to Australia where I may be applying for a 12 months multi-entry Non-Imm OA (based on being over 50 years) in Australia (Canberra). I know I will need to show equivalent of 800,000 baht in a bank account (seasoned) which can be in an Australian account.

My questions are:

1.When doing my first 90 day report will I have to show those funds still exist...if so, can they still be in Australian account or do they need to be in Thai account.

2. As it would be a multi-entry, would I actually have to report at all if I never stay in the country for a full 90 period at a time or is it different for this type of visa?

3. I gather I can extend my stay by almost 12 months by leaving the country and coming back in near the end of the first 12 months...is that correct?

I think with my financial circumstances I prefer to apply at the Australian Consulate, hence the clarification required on 'show of funds' once back in Thailand.

Not sure yet where I will actually base myself in Thailand upon return.

Thanks in anticipation!