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Non-Immigrant O — Retirement (Age 50+)

Foreign nationals aged 50 or over who wish to retire in Thailand and will not work.

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Visa validity

The Non-O grants an initial 90 days, after which a one-year extension is filed in Thailand.

Permitted length of stay

Renewed annually on retirement grounds.

Eligibility and documents

Application process

  1. Apply for the Non-O abroad through e-Visa, or change category in Thailand if eligible
  2. Open a Thai bank account and season the funds for the required period
  3. File TM.7 at your local immigration office before your stay expires
  4. Obtain a re-entry permit before travelling abroad and keep up 90-day reporting

Extension of stay in Thailand

Renewed each year; the balance must also be maintained after approval, not only on the filing date.

Common pitfalls

FAQ — Non-Immigrant O — Retirement (Age 50+)

Who can apply for the Non-Immigrant O — Retirement (Age 50+)?

Foreign nationals aged 50 or over who wish to retire in Thailand and will not work.

What is the difference between visa validity and permitted stay?

The Non-O grants an initial 90 days, after which a one-year extension is filed in Thailand. — Renewed annually on retirement grounds.

Which documents are required?

Aged 50 or over on the date of the extension application · THB 800,000 in a Thai bank account in your own name, seasoned for the periods required before and after approval, or monthly income/pension of THB 65,000, or a combination totalling THB 800,000 per year · Bank letter confirming the balance plus an updated passbook · Form TM.7 with photographs and passport copies · A Thai address supported by the TM30 filing

What is the application process?

Apply for the Non-O abroad through e-Visa, or change category in Thailand if eligible → Open a Thai bank account and season the funds for the required period → File TM.7 at your local immigration office before your stay expires → Obtain a re-entry permit before travelling abroad and keep up 90-day reporting

How do I extend my stay in Thailand?

Renewed each year; the balance must also be maintained after approval, not only on the filing date.

What are the most common reasons for refusal?

Withdrawing the funds after approval, breaching the condition for the next renewal · Using a joint account — the account must be in the applicant's sole name · Leaving Thailand without a re-entry permit, which cancels the permission to stay · Missing 90-day reports, which are separate from the annual extension

Which authority decides the application?

Immigration Bureau. — every approval is at the discretion of the deciding officer; we do not guarantee outcomes.

How much does your service cost?

Fees depend on the visa category, document volume and filing location. Contact our team by phone, LINE or email for a quotation for your case.

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Sources: Immigration Bureau · Thai e-Visa (MFA) — criteria, processing times and permitted stay can change by official announcement, and every approval is at the discretion of the deciding officer. Please verify with the responsible authority before acting.

Official sources referenced

Government fees and processing times on this page were last verified in July 2026 by our Notarial Services Attorneys registered with the Lawyers Council of Thailand. Figures follow published agency schedules, may change without notice, and actual turnaround depends on each authority's queue. Please reconfirm with the issuing authority before you file.