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How can I change my O/A visa to an O visa for retirement in Thailand?

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2 years ago

What are the requirements for transferring a visa from an old UK passport to a new one at Sakaeo immigration?

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2 years ago

How can I transfer from an O/A retirement visa to an O visa in Thailand?

6 comments

2 years ago

Can you enter Thailand from Cambodia at the Aranyaphrathet/Sakaeo checkpoint with a visa on arrival?

7 comments

3 years ago

What are the requirements for renewing an O/A visa for retirement at Sakaeo Immigration?

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4 years ago

What documents do I need to renew my O/A Retirement visa in Sakaeo, Thailand?

13 comments

4 years ago

Can I renew my retirement visa from the UK during Covid-19 restrictions?

5 comments

5 years ago

How long before and after a retirement visa renewal must the funds remain at 800,000 baht in Thailand?

12 comments

7 months ago

What documentation is required for renewing a Non-O retirement visa at Sakaeo Immigration?

17 comments

2 months ago

COMMENTS

How long before and after a retirement visa renewal must the funds remain at 800,000 baht in Thailand?

Malcolm *************

Thanks guys 👍

I should be OK I dropped below 800k today by accident my visa was approved Feb 24 until February 25 well within the rules 👍

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What are the costs and availability of Sinemet in Thailand for Parkinson's patients?

Malcolm *************

Try Medisafe Pharmacy based in Bangkok they ship all type of medicines all over Thailand and have competitive prices 👍

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What are the recent changes to visa rules for entry into Thailand as of June 1, 2024?

Malcolm *************

Any ease in Visa rules in Thailand is welcome news 👍

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Is VFS Global still operational in Chiang Mai?

Malcolm *************

FYI my UK passport renewal was back in 8 weeks

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Is VFS Global still operational in Chiang Mai?

Malcolm *************

I used the Chiang Mai office a few months ago it was up and running then no issues 👍

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Where can I find an immigration office in Sa Kaeo?

Malcolm *************

The immigration office for Sakaeo province is in Aranyaphrathet 👍

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What impact will the legal recognition of gay marriage in Thailand have on spousal visas and when are changes expected to take effect?

Malcolm *************

The law needs to be approved by the senate and endorsed by the king after that I'm sure the immigration rules on marriage will change to follow the new laws but I'm not sure about the timescale 👍🤔

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What is the best way to travel to the Poipet border from Bangkok or Pattaya?

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I live 20km from the border at Aranyaphrathet but I always go to Bangkok and fly to Cambodia and back rather than have the hassle and uncertainty of the border immigration officers @ Poipet

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What is the history and significance of the 800,000 baht requirement for retirement visas in Thailand?

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At some point it was 500,000 baht but not sure when the figure was increased to the current 800k

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Should I engage an agent to transfer my Non-B visa from my old passport to my new one, or can I do it myself?

Malcolm *************

@Richard ********

His Majesty's Passport Office ALL British passports are issued by HMPO

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8 days ago

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133 comments

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66 comments

a month ago

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44 comments

2 months ago

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48 comments

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137 comments

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428 comments

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223 comments

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72 comments

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132 comments

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155 comments

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224 comments

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71 comments

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57 comments

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106 comments

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146 comments

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86 comments

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19 comments

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270 comments

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18 comments

8 months ago

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60 comments

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101 comments

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64 comments

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46 comments

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153 comments

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503 comments

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193 comments

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178 comments

9 months ago

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48 comments

9 months ago

How can I convert a tourist visa to a non-O retirement visa in Thailand?

79 comments

9 months ago

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73 comments

10 months ago

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4 comments

a year ago

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164 comments

a year ago

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38 comments

a year ago

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28 comments

a year ago

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370 comments

a year ago

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33 comments

a year ago

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105 comments

a year ago

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7 comments

a month ago

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a month ago

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