Retirement visa (Non-O): requirements, fees and stay
Yearly extension for people aged 50+ with 800,000 THB or 65,000 THB monthly income. People aged 50+ with 800,000 THB in a Thai bank or 65,000 THB monthly income who want to renew a one-year stay each year in Thailand.
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Sources: image.mfa.go.th, bangkok.immigration.go.th
Pending expert reviewCompiled from the official sources linked on each row.
Requirements
| Requirement | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum age | 50 years You must be 50 or older to get a Non-O retirement visa or a retirement extension. | image.mfa.go.th In effect from |
| Minimum funds | 800,000 THB One route is a deposit of at least 800,000 THB in a Thai bank. | bangkok.immigration.go.th In effect from |
| How long funds must be held | after grant months: 3 · before filing months: 2 · min balance after thb: 400,000 The 800,000 THB must sit in a Thai bank 2 months before filing and 3 months after approval, then never drop below 400,000 THB. | bangkok.immigration.go.th In effect from |
| Minimum monthly income | 65,000 THB a month Alternatively, show monthly income of at least 65,000 THB. | bangkok.immigration.go.th In effect from |
| Deposit plus income combination | allowed: true · annual total thb: 800,000 A Thai bank deposit plus annual income that together total at least 800,000 THB is also accepted. | bangkok.immigration.go.th In effect from |
| Visa feeUnconfirmed | 2,000 THB A single-entry Non-O visa is typically 2,000 THB, but embassy fees vary by country. | image.mfa.go.th In effect from |
| Stay per entry | 90 days The Non-O retirement visa gives 90 days, which you then extend at immigration. | image.mfa.go.th In effect from |
| Extension of stay fee | 1,900 THB The one-year extension of stay costs 1,900 THB. | bangkok.immigration.go.th In effect from |
| Extension length | 365 days Immigration grants a one-year extension at the officer's discretion, renewable each year. | bangkok.immigration.go.th In effect from |
| 90-day reporting | Yes Holders must file a 90-day address report. | bangkok.immigration.go.th In effect from |
| Can work in Thailand | No Retirement status does not permit employment in Thailand. | image.mfa.go.th In effect from |
Documents you will need
- Passport
- TM.7 extension form and photo
- Thai bank book and bank letter confirming the deposit, or embassy income letter
- Proof of address in Thailand (TM.30 receipt)
Typical extension documents; local offices may ask for more.
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Questions people ask
›How much money do I need for the Retirement visa?
800,000 THB. One route is a deposit of at least 800,000 THB in a Thai bank.
›What is the minimum age for the Retirement visa?
50 years. You must be 50 or older to get a Non-O retirement visa or a retirement extension.
›How long can I stay on the Retirement visa?
90 days. The Non-O retirement visa gives 90 days, which you then extend at immigration.
›How much does the Retirement visa cost?
2,000 THB. A single-entry Non-O visa is typically 2,000 THB, but embassy fees vary by country.
›Can I work on the Retirement visa?
No. Retirement status does not permit employment in Thailand.
›Do I need to do 90-day reporting on the Retirement visa?
Yes. Holders must file a 90-day address report.