Thailand Retirement Visa (Non-Immigrant O / O-A / O-X)
Visa Description
The Thailand Retirement Visa is designed for foreigners aged 50 years or older who wish to reside in Thailand long-term without working. It is ideal for retirees seeking a comfortable lifestyle in Thailand with access to healthcare, affordable living, and long-term legal residence.
There are three main retirement visa types, depending on the applicant’s situation and country of application:
• Non-Immigrant O (Retirement)
• Non-Immigrant O-A (Long Stay Retirement)
• Non-Immigrant O-X (10-Year Retirement Visa)
Important:
Retirement visa holders are strictly prohibited from working in Thailand.
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Requirements for the Retirement Visa
General eligibility requirements include:
• Minimum age of 50 years
• Valid passport
• No criminal record
• No prohibited diseases under Thai law
• Financial requirements as specified by visa type
• Health insurance meeting Thai government requirements (for O-A and O-X)
• Compliance with Thai Immigration regulations
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Eligible Purposes for the Retirement Visa
The retirement visa may be used for:
Long-Term Retirement Residence
• Living in Thailand during retirement
• Enjoying lifestyle, healthcare, and leisure activities
• Managing personal investments (non-employment)
Prohibited Activities
• Employment of any kind
• Running a business
• Paid consulting or services
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Application Process & Required Documents
Application Process
1. Select the appropriate retirement visa type
2. Prepare required financial, medical, and insurance documents
3. Hand in application
4. Attend interview or verification (if required)
5. Pay visa or extension fees
6. Receive visa or extension approval
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Required Documents List
From the Applicant
• Passport
• Visa application form
• Passport-sized photos
• Criminal background check
• Medical certificate
• Proof of address in Thailand
Financial Requirements (One of the following):
• 800,000 THB deposited in a Thai bank account, or
• Monthly income or pension of 65,000 THB, or
• Combination of income and savings totaling 800,000 THB per year
Additional Requirements for O-A and O-X
• Mandatory Thai-approved health insurance
• Higher financial thresholds (O-X)
• Police clearance from home country
Thai Immigration may request additional documents.
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Visa Types, Validity & Duration of Stay
Non-Immigrant O (Retirement)
• Initial stay: 90 days
• Extension: 1 year, renewable annually
• Applied inside Thailand or abroad
Non-Immigrant O-A
• Visa validity: 1 year
• Annual renewal possible
• Must be applied for outside Thailand
• Health insurance required
Non-Immigrant O-X
• Visa validity: 10 years (5 years + 5 years extension)
• Higher financial and insurance requirements
• Limited to certain nationalities
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Additional Obligations
• 90-day reporting required
• Re-entry permit required when traveling
• Financial funds must remain in account per Immigration rules
• Annual renewal review
