RETIREMENT VISA THAILAND

RETIREMENT VISA THAILAND (NON-OA and NON-OX)

The Thailand Retirement Visa allows foreign nationals aged 50 years or older to live in Thailand long-term without working. These visas are commonly used by individuals who wish to retire in Thailand and maintain a stable legal residence in the country.

The most common options are the Non-OA Visa Thailand (1-year retirement visa) and the Non-OX Visa (10-year long-stay retirement visa). Both types of visas allow retirees to remain in Thailand while meeting specific financial and immigration requirements.

The "O-A" Retirement Visa

This visa is initially issued to applicants aged 50 years and over who wish to retire in Thailand for up to one year. Holders of this visa are not permitted to work.

Holders of this visa may stay in the country for one year and can apply for a Thai retirement visa renewal each year if the requirements continue to be met.

Key benefits include:

• Permission to stay in Thailand for 1 full year, renewable annually.

• Ability to live long-term without frequent visa runs.

• Eligibility to open a Thai bank account.

• Ability to apply for a Thai driving license.

• Option to purchase a condominium within foreign ownership limits.

• Multiple entries (if issued as a multiple-entry visa).

• Spouse may accompany the applicant as a dependent.

• However, holders must maintain the required financial funds, health insurance, and complete 90-day reporting process. Employment is strictly prohibited.

The "O-X" Retirement Visa

This visa is a long-term visa for eligible foreign retirees aged 50 or over. It allows holders to stay in Thailand for up to 10 years (five plus five years).

It enables retirees to reside in Thailand long-term with multiple entries, offering greater stability for those planning an extended retirement there.

Key benefits include:

• Stay in Thailand for up to 10 years.

• Multiple entry privileges.

• No annual visa renewal is required within the initial 5-year validity period.

• Spouse and legal children may accompany the main applicant.

• The possibility to change to another visa category if eligible.

Thai Retirement Visa Requirements

1. Non-OA Visa (1-Year Retirement Visa)

Applicants must provide the following:

• A passport with a validity of not less than 18 months.

• 3 copies of completed visa application forms.

• 3 recent passport-sized photographs (4 x 6 cm) of the applicant taken within the past 6 months.

• A Personal Data Form.

• A copy of financial evidence showing either:

  • 800,000 THB deposited in a bank account; or

  • Monthly income certificate of at least 65,000 THB (approx. USD 3,200); or

  • Combined deposit and annual income totalling 800,000 THB.

Additional documents may include:

• Bank guarantee letter (if submitting a bank statement).

• Criminal record clearance from the applicant’s country.

• A medical certificate confirming the absence of any prohibited diseases. The certificate must be no more than 3 months old and notarized by a notary public or the applicant’s diplomatic or consular mission.

• Marriage certificate (if applying with a spouse).

2. Non-OX Visa (10-Year Retirement Visa)

Applicants must provide the following:

• A passport with a validity of not less than 6 months.

• 3 copies of completed visa application forms.

• 3 recent passport-sized photographs (4 x 6 cm) of the applicant taken within the past 6 months.

• A Personal Data Form

• Certificate of criminal record clearance.

• Medical certificate confirming no prohibited diseases.

• Thai health insurance that meets the required coverage.

• Financial proof through one of the following two options:

  • 1. A fixed deposit of at least THB 3 million (approx. USD 90,000) in a Thai bank located in Thailand.

  • 2. A fixed deposit of at least THB 1.8 million (approx. USD 55,000) in a Thai bank located in Thailand, together with proof of annual income of at least THB 1.2 million (approx. USD 36,000).

  • For either option, the following supporting documents are required:

    • A certificate of bank deposit, including the bank’s contact details.

    • A copy of the bank book (passbook).

    • A bank statement confirming the fixed deposit amount.

    • A certificate of annual income.

Who Qualifies for a Thailand Retirement Visa

Non-Immigrant O-A (Retirement Visa)

Non-Immigrant O-X (Long-Term Retirement Visa)

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be aged 50 or over.

• Holders of nationality or permanent residence in the country where the application is submitted.

• Not be prohibited from entering Thailand under the Immigration Act B.E. 2522 (1979).

• Have no criminal record.

• Not suffer from any prohibited diseases.

• Employment in Thailand is strictly prohibited.

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be aged 50 or over.

• Hold nationality from approved countries only, including the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Japan, Australia, Canada, and certain European countries.

• Have no criminal record

• Have no prohibited diseases.

• Meet the prescribed financial requirements.

• Maintain valid Thai health insurance coverage.

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