Some details for Canada are not yet confirmed by the missions. Check the linked mission pages before you apply.
Where to apply in Canada
DTV for Canadians
- Police certificate
- Check with your mission
- Proof of residence
- Proof of permanent residence in Canada is reported. Canadian citizens use their passport.
- Fee
- CAD 650 (reported)
- Vancouver is reported to cover British Columbia, Alberta and Yukon. Ottawa covers the rest of Canada.
Retiring in Thailand as a Canadian
The Canadian Embassy in Bangkok is reported to have stopped income affidavits from 1 April 2025. Plan on the 800,000 THB deposit or 12 months of monthly transfers of at least 65,000 THB.
- For the O-A, Thai missions generally ask for a police certificate and a medical certificate, each issued within 3 months, plus health insurance (3,000,000 THB or 100,000 USD cover is the current standard on several mission pages).
- Ottawa says the O-A criminal record must be certified by a Notary Public, and the policy must cover COVID-19 treatment.
What Canadians often run into
- Honorary consulates in Toronto, Montreal, Edmonton and Calgary are reported closed, so do not plan on them for visas.
- Get the police check notarised if you apply for an O-A through Ottawa.
Questions from Canadians
How long can Canadians stay in Thailand without a visa?
30 days on the visa exemption. 30 days for tourism on the visa exemption from 15 September 2026, down from 60. One extension of up to 30 days at immigration is possible at the officer's discretion.
Where do Canadians apply for a DTV?
At the Thai embassy or consulate covering your area of Canada, through the thaievisa.go.th e-visa portal. Since 31 August 2026 you must apply in your country of nationality or permanent residence.
Which police certificate do Canadians need for a DTV?
Check with your mission
How do Canadian retirees prove income in Thailand?
The Canadian Embassy in Bangkok is reported to have stopped income affidavits from 1 April 2025. Plan on the 800,000 THB deposit or 12 months of monthly transfers of at least 65,000 THB.
Does Canada have a tax treaty with Thailand?
Yes. Canada has a double tax agreement with Thailand. Ask a tax adviser how it applies to you.
Sources
- TAT Newsroom: new 30-day and 15-day visa exemption rules from 15 September 2026
- Royal Thai Embassy Ottawa: types of visas and fees
- Royal Thai Embassy Ottawa: O-A visa
- Reported: ASEAN NOW, Canadian Embassy ends income affidavits 1 April 2025
- Reported: dtv.in.th, DTV from Canada
- Revenue Department: income tax guide (lists treaty partners)
- Thai e-Visa portal
- MFA O-A / O-X checklist
- MFA Non-O retirement checklist
- Bangkok Immigration: extension of stay criteria
- Revenue Department: income tax guide (lists treaty partners)