Can I apply for SSO card (foreigner, retirement visa, no job) to pay by myself (for goverment hospitals in case of accident)? How much per year does it costs?

Not eligible unless previously worked and paid into the system

5 minutes ago, tonray said:

Not eligible unless previously worked and paid into the system

He can register at his local hospital and use their service by paying a higher price than the locals, but still at least a tenth of the cost of visiting a private one for ordinary minor visits. 
 

Not sure about bigger surgery thow. 

25 minutes ago, tonray said:

Not eligible unless previously worked and paid into the system

I have an expired card from previous job.

4 minutes ago, anyone said:

I have an expired card from previous job.

Not sure of the time frame for paying in (certain number of years required) and grace period after expiration but others can hopefully help

On 3/25/2022 at 7:11 AM, anyone said:

I have an expired card from previous job.

To maintain SS medical cover after retiring from work you must do so within 6 months.

 

If it has been more than 6 months you cannot get SS cover.

 

You can still use government  hospitals but will have to pay out of pocket.

On 3/25/2022 at 6:52 AM, Hummin said:

He can register at his local hospital and use their service by paying a higher price than the locals, but still at least a tenth of the cost of visiting a private one for ordinary minor visits. 
 

Not sure about bigger surgery thow. 

That does not involve SS - anyone can obtain service at a government hospital and yes it can involve bigger surgery.  In some cases cost will be the same as Thai out of area use but in others there will be a higher charge for foreigners.  Some government hospitals also provide a separate pay for service channel where specific doctors can be consulted.  But none of this has anything to do with Social Security.