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Retirement Visa (Non-OA)
The Thailand Retirement Visa, officially known as the Non-Immigrant Visa “O-A” (Long Stay), allows foreigners aged 50 and above to live in Thailand for up to one year, renewable annually. It’s perfect for retirees seeking long-term stays without work.
Overview
Visa Type: Non-Immigrant O-A (Long Stay)
Duration: 1 year (renewable)
Work Allowed: ❌ No
Visa Fee: 5,000 THB (Multiple Entry)
Issued by: Thai Embassies, Consulates, or Immigration Bureau
Eligibility Requirements
Age: 50 or older.
No criminal record in Thailand or home country.
Free from specific diseases.
Nationality or residence in the application country.
No employment in Thailand.
Required Documents
Personal: Passport (18+ months validity), three completed visa forms, three recent passport-sized photos, personal data form.
Financial: One of: 800,000 THB bank deposit, income of 65,000 THB monthly, or a combination.
Additional: Police clearance, medical certificate, health insurance (400,000 THB inpatient, 40,000 THB outpatient), marriage certificate (if applicable).
Application Locations
Thai Embassy/Consulate in your home country or Immigration Bureau in Bangkok.
Visa Validity & Renewals
Grants a 1-year stay, renewable if eligibility criteria are met. Obtain a re-entry permit for travel.
90-Day Reporting
Report your address every 90 days via in-person, postal, or online methods.
Health Insurance Requirement
Valid Thai health insurance is mandatory.
Benefits
Stay in Thailand up to 1 year, multi-entry allowed, and renewable indefinitely without leaving the country.
Alternatives to O-A Visa
Thailand Elite Visa: 5–20 years with VIP benefits.
LTR Visa: Up to 10 years, requires higher income and funds, annual reporting only.
Common Questions
Visa is valid for 1 year, cannot work, health insurance is mandatory, and minimum funds are 800,000 THB or 65,000 THB monthly.
Final Tips
Open a Thai bank account early, retain document copies, renew health insurance before extension, and report your address timely to avoid fines.
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Retirement Visa (Non-OA)
The Thailand Retirement Visa, officially known as the Non-Immigrant Visa “O-A” (Long Stay), allows foreigners aged 50 and above to live in Thailand for up to one year, renewable annually. It’s perfect for retirees seeking long-term stays without work.
Overview
Visa Type: Non-Immigrant O-A (Long Stay)
Duration: 1 year (renewable)
Work Allowed: ❌ No
Visa Fee: 5,000 THB (Multiple Entry)
Issued by: Thai Embassies, Consulates, or Immigration Bureau
Eligibility Requirements
Age: 50 or older.
No criminal record in Thailand or home country.
Free from specific diseases.
Nationality or residence in the application country.
No employment in Thailand.
Required Documents
Personal: Passport (18+ months validity), three completed visa forms, three recent passport-sized photos, personal data form.
Financial: One of: 800,000 THB bank deposit, income of 65,000 THB monthly, or a combination.
Additional: Police clearance, medical certificate, health insurance (400,000 THB inpatient, 40,000 THB outpatient), marriage certificate (if applicable).
Application Locations
Thai Embassy/Consulate in your home country or Immigration Bureau in Bangkok.
Visa Validity & Renewals
Grants a 1-year stay, renewable if eligibility criteria are met. Obtain a re-entry permit for travel.
90-Day Reporting
Report your address every 90 days via in-person, postal, or online methods.
Health Insurance Requirement
Valid Thai health insurance is mandatory.
Benefits
Stay in Thailand up to 1 year, multi-entry allowed, and renewable indefinitely without leaving the country.
Alternatives to O-A Visa
Thailand Elite Visa: 5–20 years with VIP benefits.
LTR Visa: Up to 10 years, requires higher income and funds, annual reporting only.
Common Questions
Visa is valid for 1 year, cannot work, health insurance is mandatory, and minimum funds are 800,000 THB or 65,000 THB monthly.
Final Tips
Open a Thai bank account early, retain document copies, renew health insurance before extension, and report your address timely to avoid fines.
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Siac Consulting Experts
Specializes in Thai company formation for foreign entrepreneurs, with expertise in BOI registration, and ongoing corporate compliance.
Stay up-to-date
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Retirement Visa (Non-OA)
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The Thailand Retirement Visa, officially known as the Non-Immigrant Visa “O-A” (Long Stay), allows foreigners aged 50 and above to live in Thailand for up to one year, renewable annually. It’s perfect for retirees seeking long-term stays without work.
Overview
Visa Type: Non-Immigrant O-A (Long Stay)
Duration: 1 year (renewable)
Work Allowed: ❌ No
Visa Fee: 5,000 THB (Multiple Entry)
Issued by: Thai Embassies, Consulates, or Immigration Bureau
Eligibility Requirements
Age: 50 or older.
No criminal record in Thailand or home country.
Free from specific diseases.
Nationality or residence in the application country.
No employment in Thailand.
Required Documents
Personal: Passport (18+ months validity), three completed visa forms, three recent passport-sized photos, personal data form.
Financial: One of: 800,000 THB bank deposit, income of 65,000 THB monthly, or a combination.
Additional: Police clearance, medical certificate, health insurance (400,000 THB inpatient, 40,000 THB outpatient), marriage certificate (if applicable).
Application Locations
Thai Embassy/Consulate in your home country or Immigration Bureau in Bangkok.
Visa Validity & Renewals
Grants a 1-year stay, renewable if eligibility criteria are met. Obtain a re-entry permit for travel.
90-Day Reporting
Report your address every 90 days via in-person, postal, or online methods.
Health Insurance Requirement
Valid Thai health insurance is mandatory.
Benefits
Stay in Thailand up to 1 year, multi-entry allowed, and renewable indefinitely without leaving the country.
Alternatives to O-A Visa
Thailand Elite Visa: 5–20 years with VIP benefits.
LTR Visa: Up to 10 years, requires higher income and funds, annual reporting only.
Common Questions
Visa is valid for 1 year, cannot work, health insurance is mandatory, and minimum funds are 800,000 THB or 65,000 THB monthly.
Final Tips
Open a Thai bank account early, retain document copies, renew health insurance before extension, and report your address timely to avoid fines.
Stay up-to-date
Helpful Links
Opening a Corporate Bank Account in Thailand
Opening a Corporate Bank Account in Thailand
Certified English–Thai Translation & Legalization in Thailand
Certified English–Thai Translation & Legalization in Thailand
Thailand Trademark Registration
Thailand Trademark Registration
VAT Registration in Thailand
VAT Registration in Thailand
