Stefan ***********

My Goodness. I can now add this to the lengthy list of reasons I will not be joining my Thai friends in visiting Laos early next year. (was last there 12 years ago)

6 days ago

Do you need to obtain a 90-day Non-O visa before applying for a one-year retirement visa in Thailand?

Stefan ************

@Tod ********

. I am in the process of doing exactly that. But I was told at the Korat immigration office that I can go back and get my one year stamp after 2 months have passed on my 90 day stamp. Not two months left. I made doubly sure about it because I plan to leave as soon as I get it

2 years ago

What is the process for applying for a retirement visa in Thailand and how does the 800,000 Baht requirement work?

Stefan ************

@David *****

there is a young guy at the initial counter where they check your documents. He speaks excellent English and is exceptionally helpful. They also have some other young staff (students? Interns?) walking around helping you decipher and fill out those ridiculously incomprehensible forms.

2 years ago

What is the process for applying for a retirement visa in Thailand and how does the 800,000 Baht requirement work?

Stefan ************

@Tod ********

Thanks. I was wondering about the rationale behind the November 11 date. They did not mention “14 days” and there was some confusion when the staff at the window where documents are initially checked said “30 days”

Good to know I have a 30 day window at the end as I plan to leave Thailand (with a reentry visa) during those 90 days

2 years ago

What is the minimum stay requirement for renewing a one-year retirement visa in Thailand?

Stefan ************

@Alex ******

no need in my case. I stay with my partner.

The only thing that inconveniences me is the 800,000 in a Thai bank requirement. But I figure now it is worth

2 years ago

What is the minimum stay requirement for renewing a one-year retirement visa in Thailand?

Stefan ************

@Lloyd *******

thanks for the quick and helpful reply 🙂

2 years ago

What should I do about my onward flight when arriving in Thailand with a 45-day entry exemption?

Stefan ************

Would this be through the AirAsia app? I checked and it “seems” to indicate that I can get a full refund if I cancel within 24 hours. For example if I buy say just before my flight and cancel after boarding. If so sounds like a good way around it

2 years ago

What should I do about my onward flight when arriving in Thailand with a 45-day entry exemption?

Stefan ************

This is what I’ve decided to do. Just for the peace of mind

2 years ago

What should I do about my onward flight when arriving in Thailand with a 45-day entry exemption?

Stefan ************

Thanks. And sorry for the typo. I meant exemption.

Pleasantly surprised to know that they should know that I can extend the exemption.

I did call them again but didn’t get any further clarification

2 years ago

Do I need a return ticket within 30 days or 60 days when entering Thailand on a Visa Exemption?

Stefan ************

Singapore airlines /Scoot will

ask. A few months ago they wouldn’t let me on the flight to Bangkok (from Manado) without an out ticket and I had to buy one on the spot for within 30 days. At Bangkok I was not asked and entered on 30 day exemption and renewed for another 30 days.

2 years ago