Tuesday, March 8, 2011

Thailand Visa Choices - Temporary Stay - Tourist Visa or Retirement Visa!

Keeping up on all the Thai visa regulations seems like a daunting task. Really it is easy if you understand and comply with the requirements. Because Thailand is one of the best places to retire, I try to simplify the information and tell you what choices of Thai visas are available and what documents you will need. I hope you find it helpful.
Basically there are three types you would come over on:
•   Visa on Arrival - This actually is just temporary stay in the kingdom for either 15 or 30 days depending on how you arrive. By air you get a 30 day stamp but by landing crossing at a border you will only get 15 days. This is really not a true Thai visa. It cannot be renewed or extended.
•   Tourist Visa - This is a 60 day visa that can be extended 30 days or changed to a Non Immigrant Visa.
•   Non - Immigrant Type O Retirement visa. This is great for retirees who desire to retire to Thailand. Living in Thailand for any extended period of time would require this and it is good for one year. The one year retirement visa only requires a few things and is fast. You must though either have monthly income coming in or money in a Thai bank.
Watch the video and see the details of the Thai Visa Regulations and options. It should answer most questions.

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