Retirement Visa Application Process
The application for the Thai retirement visa can be processed either in your country of residency or in Thailand.
All necessary documents stated above must be submitted to the Thai embassy or consulate in your country.
Application for the Non-Immigrant OA Visa in your home country:
All necessary documents stated above must be submitted to the Thai embassy or consulate in your country.
Please note that not all the Thai embassies or consulates in your country may be able to issue this type of visa.
Application for the Non-Immigrant O Visa and extension in Thailand:
It is required that you apply for a 90-day initial non-immigrant visa from the Thai embassy or consulate in your home country prior to your application for a retirement visa in Thailand
You will have to wait for 60 days to be in Thailand before you can file your retirement visa application at the immigration office or you must be on the last 30 days of your current permit to stay.
Proof of address in Thailand (utility bills, rental agreement, etc.) is also required.
Note:The foreigner on a visa exemption stamp or a tourist visa can still apply for a retirement visa given that the foreigner has already met the requirements for the non-immigrant O visa and for the one year extension visa applications. This can be done at the immigration office in Thailand.