Thailand is a popular destination for retirees from all over the world, thanks to its pleasant climate, picturesque scenery and affordable quality of life. However, before you can fully enjoy a peaceful retirement in this magnificent country, there are a number of aspects to consider regarding the visas available to retirees.<\/p>\n
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The Non-Immigrant O-A visa, commonly known as the \"retired visa\".<\/strong>This visa is specially designed for people aged 50 and over who wish to spend their retirement in Thailand. This visa, which has an initial duration of one year, is renewable every year and allows you to stay in Thailand without having to leave the country every 90 days, as is the case with other types of visa.<\/p>\n To be eligible for a retirement visa, applicants must meet certain conditions:<\/p>\n The following documents must be provided when applying for a retirement visa:<\/p>\n If you don't meet the criteria for a retired visa or would like to explore other options, there are several alternatives:<\/p>\n This visa is intended for people wishing to join a close relative in Thailand (spouse, parents). It is granted for 90 days and can be extended for up to a year under certain conditions. However, you must leave the country every 90 days or apply to the Thai authorities for an extension.<\/p>\n The conditions of eligibility and the list of documents required vary according to the family relationship with the person living in Thailand:<\/p>\n This visa is intended for people wishing to work in Thailand, but also for investors, entrepreneurs and retired people involved in voluntary work. The Non-Immigrant B visa is valid for a renewable period of 90 days and requires regular exits from the country.<\/p>\n Depending on the activity planned in Thailand, certain specific documents will need to be provided in addition to the usual documents (passport, photos, form):<\/p>\n Once you have settled in Thailand on a retirement or other non-immigrant visa, you will need to comply with certain formalities in order to maintain your status as a legal resident. These formalities include<\/p>\n When all is said and done, obtaining a visa to settle in Thailand when you retire requires you to think carefully about your needs and the different options available. The retired visa is an ideal solution for those who meet the specific conditions, while other non-immigrant visas can be considered depending on your personal situation.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Thailand is a popular destination for retirees from all over the world, thanks to its pleasant climate, picturesque landscapes and affordable quality of life. However, before you can...<\/p>","protected":false},"author":2583,"featured_media":2351,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nEligibility criteria<\/h3>\n
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Documents required for the application<\/h3>\n
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Other Non-Immigrant visa options<\/h2>\n
Non-Immigrant Visa O - Accompanying visa<\/h3>\n
Conditions and documents required<\/h4>\n
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Non-Immigrant Visa B - Professional Visa<\/h3>\n
Conditions and documents required<\/h4>\n
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Extensions and formalities on site<\/h2>\n
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