Thailand is one of the world’s most popular retirement destinations thanks to its warm climate, excellent healthcare, and large expatriate community. Foreigners aged 50 and above may apply for a Retirement Visa under different categories:

• Non-Immigrant O Retirement Visa — 90 days (extendable to 1 year)
• Non-Immigrant O-A — 1-year visa
• Non-Immigrant O-X — 5-year visa (renewable to 10 years)

These visas allow long-term stay in Thailand but strictly prohibit employment.
Each category has different requirements, especially regarding financial proof and health insurance.
At Thailand Global Visa, we guide retirees through the complete process, ensuring accurate documentation and smooth Immigration procedures.

1. Non-Immigrant O Retirement Visa (90 days → 1 year extension)

• Eligible if aged 50+ and entering Thailand with a Visa Exemption or Tourist Visa.
• Valid 90 days, extendable to 1 year (total stay up to 15 months).
• Financial requirements:
– 800,000 THB bank deposit, or
– 65,000 THB monthly income, or
– Combination totaling 800,000 THB.
• No mandatory health insurance when processed inside Thailand.

2. Non-Immigrant O-A (1-year visa)

• Must be applied at a Thai Embassy or via e-Visa.
• Requires yearly health insurance with at least 100,000 USD coverage.
• Must present a criminal record check and medical certificate.
• Financial requirement:
– 800,000 THB deposit or
– 65,000 THB monthly income.

3. Non-Immigrant O-X (5-year visa, renewable once)

• Available only to passport holders of specific countries (US, UK, EU countries, Australia, Canada, Japan, etc.).
• Requires long-term financial stability:
– 3 million THB deposit, or
– 1.8 million THB deposit + 1.2 million THB yearly income.
• Mandatory health insurance and background checks.

All categories require the applicant to be 50 years old or above, with no prohibitive diseases or criminal records.

To qualify for any Retirement Visa category, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Age 50 or older at the time of application.
• No criminal record and no banned diseases (as defined by Thai regulations).
• Proof of residence or long-stay accommodation in Thailand (rental contract + TM30).
• Valid passport with sufficient validity for the chosen visa type.
• Financial stability as required by each visa category.
• Health insurance (mandatory for O-A and O-X).

Additional documents may include:
• Bank statements, bank guarantee letters
• Police clearance and medical certificate (O-A and O-X)
• Flight itinerary and accommodation bookings (Embassy applications)

Our team ensures every document meets Immigration standards before submission.

• The application steps vary depending on whether you apply in Thailand or abroad, but generally follow this structure:

• Consultation
  We assess your eligibility and advise on the best visa category (O, O-A, or O-X).

• Prepare Required Documents
  Financial proof, insurance (if required), police clearance, medical certificate, passport copies, and accommodation documents.

• Submit the Application
  Applications may be submitted at the Royal Thai Embassy/Consulate or at Bangkok Immigration for conversions and renewals.

• Processing Time
  Processing may take several days to weeks depending on the visa category and location.

• Approval & Extension
  Receive your visa and complete your 90-day or yearly extensions as required.
  We assist with yearly renewals, TM30, re-entry permits, and financial updates to maintain full compliance.

• Retirement Visa renewals follow the same criteria as the initial application.
  New rules emphasize:
  • Maintaining required funds for a longer period after approval.
  • Mandatory health insurance for O-A and O-X categories.

• Because Immigration rules change frequently, we recommend consulting our team to ensure compliance with current regulations.