Non-Im "O" Visa At Hull

[rotherman]

I have been applying for my non-im "o" visa, multiple entry for the past 5 years - which lasts for 12 months at a time. I always apply at Hull and have had no problems to date - Last year there was an additional form which was just the address of the "friend" I was visiting. I have just downloaded the latest forms and it appears the rules have now changed and this is no longer allowed. This must affect many people traveling to the kingdom. Even if I go down the "retirement" route, I now must show a bank statement showing at least $900.00 per month income (no mention of 800,000 baht in Thai bank) Does anyone know if the rules have changed in the past year ??

[james24]

look into Birmingham

[rotherman]

I have just looked at the website for Birmingham Consulate - it has very little infomation there, but does say that you still need to provide supporting documentation to get an "o" visa. There is no info on what is actually required. James, do you know anyone that has obtained a visa from Birmingham, without being married or doing voluteer work etc.

[james24]

I have just looked at the website for Birmingham Consulate - it has very little infomation there, but does say that you still need to provide supporting documentation to get an "o" visa. There is no info on what is actually required. James, do you know anyone that has obtained a visa from Birmingham, without being married or doing voluteer work etc.

I know as much as you mate, there was one guy on here who said he got one no problem but youll have to search for it

sorry dude

[lopburi3]

The situation has indeed changed since last year and no Consulate should issue without specific documents anymore. That is likely the reason many people now study Thai and use ED visas for longer term stays.

[rotherman]

So if I want to retire in Thailand now - I must have 800,000 baht in a Thai bank - PLUS £900 per month income just to get an o visa (on the grounds of retirement) OR get a tourist visa, and convert it to an o visa once out in Thailand - is that right or am I missing something.

[CharlieH]

So if I want to retire in Thailand now - I must have 800,000 baht in a Thai bank - PLUS £900 per month income just to get an o visa (on the grounds of retirement) OR get a tourist visa, and convert it to an o visa once out in Thailand - is that right or am I missing something.

800K Baht seasoned in a Thai account for 2 months prior to first application OR proof of income of 65k baht per month.

[lopburi3]

You are missing something - to obtain a multi entry non immigrate visa you would need to be age 50 and have the 900 income proof at that specific Consulate in the UK. There is no set requirement for visa and it really is not a retirement visa. The retirement visa is O-A and only issued at London in the UK and would require proof of 800k baht in a UK or Thai bank or income of 65k per month. For one year retirement extension of stay within Thailand the requirement is 800k in account 2 months or 65k income or combination to meet 800k per year.

[rotherman]

Charlieh - the problem is you need an income of £900 pm (according to the Hull consulate website) before you can get a o visa - and an o visa is required for a retirement visa.

[lopburi3]

A non immigrant visa entry is required for a retirement extension of stay but can easily be obtained inside Thailand for 2,000 baht if you otherwise can meet the requirement extension of stay requirements (financial means).

[rotherman]

I am over 50 and do have the 800,000 available (currently in uk bank) but do not have any income, and do not have a Thai wife. I am currently in the UK - so would it be best to apply for an o-a visa in London or just get a tourist visa and get a 1 year retirement extension once I am out in Thailand ??

[PoorSucker]

I am over 50 and do have the 800,000 available (currently in uk bank) but do not have any income, and do not have a Thai wife. I am currently in the UK - so would it be best to apply for an o-a visa in London or just get a tourist visa and get a 1 year retirement extension once I am out in Thailand ??

For getting a extension of stay in Thailand the money must be in a Thai Bank.

For an O-A visa you can keep your money in your UK account.

The O-A visa requires a health certificate and a police report.

[rotherman]

I have just looked at the London embassy website - it said the police report needs to come from Scotland yard - sounds like a nightmare, plus you need a letter from your bank, statement alone is not enough.

Is it possible to get a 12 month retirement extension on a tourist visa, while in Thailand - as it looks like o visas are no longer available unless you have a marriage certificate (just checked the Birmingham and Liverpool websites).

[beechguy]

I have just looked at the London embassy website - it said the police report needs to come from Scotland yard - sounds like a nightmare, plus you need a letter from your bank, statement alone is not enough.

Is it possible to get a 12 month retirement extension on a tourist visa, while in Thailand - as it looks like o visas are no longer available unless you have a marriage certificate (just checked the Birmingham and Liverpool websites).

Yes, look at post #10. You would enter on a Tourist Visa, near the end, apply for a one year "Extension of Stay" based on retirement, they would issue a 90 day Non-Immigrant "O" Visa for 2,000 Baht, near the end of that stay, return to complete the extension process for 1900 Baht. You would need 800K in a Thai bank account for 2 months, or proof of 65,000 per month or a combination of the two.

[Tafia]

I have just looked at the London embassy website - it said the police report needs to come from Scotland yard - sounds like a nightmare, plus you need a letter from your bank, statement alone is not enough.

Is it possible to get a 12 month retirement extension on a tourist visa, while in Thailand - as it looks like o visas are no longer available unless you have a marriage certificate (just checked the Birmingham and Liverpool websites).

It is true the Non O is no longer available for visiting friends.

The OA for the purpose of retirement (multi Entry) is simple once you get your head around it, I did it and its biggest advantage is you can with one border run towards the end of its term and return before expiry get a further 12 months and therfore not have to show funds in Thailand or apply for an extension for almost 2 years.

50 yrs of age or over.

Police Report - Go to your local police station ask them for the form (explain what its for) fill it in return to them and Scotland yard will reply direct. (allow 3-4 weeks)

Medical Certificate - This is on the website download and print off take it to your Dr to fill in.

Upto date Bank Statements...along with the police report and medical certificate get a Notary Solicitor to stamp it all.

You have to apply in Person to the Royal Thai Embassy in London

Retirement/ Long stay Visa "O-A"

3 x App form 3 x long stay form with pics.

Hit medical report for the medical cert.

[rotherman]

Thanks for your replies. I was planning to go back to Thailand in a couple of weeks, so it looks like I will have to get a tourist visa, and get an extension once out there - do they require a police report for an extension and does it need to be done through the Embassy in Bangkok or can it be done in Locally (I will be staying in Pattaya)?

[Tafia]

Thanks for your replies. I was planning to go back to Thailand in a couple of weeks, so it looks like I will have to get a tourist visa, and get an extension once out there - do they require a police report for an extension and does it need to be done through the Embassy in Bangkok or can it be done in Locally (I will be staying in Pattaya)?

No Police report, and you will apply at your local Immigration Office.

You will need to show funds in a Thai Bank account 800,000 THB for 2 months on the first application and three months thereafter.

[Maestro]

It is true the Non O is no longer available for visiting friends...

Yes. It looks like the Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued instructions to that effect to all Thai consulates.

[PattayaParent]

I have just looked at the website for Birmingham Consulate - it has very little infomation there, but does say that you still need to provide supporting documentation to get an "o" visa. There is no info on what is actually required. James, do you know anyone that has obtained a visa from Birmingham, without being married or doing voluteer work etc.

Same requirement at Birmingham as at Hull.

[golfbum]

You would enter on a Tourist Visa, near the end, apply for a one year "Extension of Stay" based on retirement, they would issue a 90 day Non-Immigrant "O" Visa for 2,000 Baht, near the end of that stay, return to complete the extension process for 1900 Baht. You would need 800K in a Thai bank account for 2 months, or proof of 65,000 per month or a combination of the two.

Is this really possible? I thought one had to enter Thailand on a Non "O" Visa to apply for a one year "Extension of Stay" based on retirement? Can this be done after entering Thailand on a Tourist Visa? If so, this makes the process much simpler.

[lopburi3]

Yes but at some immigration locations you would have to visit Bangkok for the conversion of entry process and then make the normal extension of stay later at that upcountry location.

[golfbum]

Yes but at some immigration locations you would have to visit Bangkok for the conversion of entry process and then make the normal extension of stay later at that upcountry location.

OK, great. Many thanks!

[rotherman]

Ok, I went to immigaration at Jomtien this morning - they did the convertion from tourist to non-imm and processed the 12 month extension of stay, all done in about 45 minutes - paid 2000 baht for the convertion, and 1900 baht for ext. - and the date of extension was till 7 April 2013 - so must be 90 days plus 12 months i guess - was told to come back in 90 days with proof of address - no mention of showing bank book and letter next time - so looks like i have a 15 month extension.

[lopburi3]

You have a 90 day visa entry and a 12 month extension of stay in one go (as you must have met the financials without a need to wait). You just need TM.47 (and perhaps proof of address) in 90 days (or later - if you leave with a re-entry permit the count starts at 1 on day of return).

[rotherman]

They actually gave me a 15 month extension, handed me my passport back - and then after, ask me to fill out a another form, and set of copies, and asked my for another 2000 baht - I was not sure what it was for as i expected to have to come back in 3 months to complete the process.

[Mario2008]

The conversion is 2,000 baht and the 1 year extension is 1,900 baht.Togehter they give 15 months (90 days on the conversion and 1 year on the actual extension).

If all the paperwork is in order and you fully meet the requirements for a 1 year extnson when you go for a conversion, it is not unusual that they give the conversion and extension at the same time. You got great service from immigration.

[sysardman]

So if I want to retire in Thailand now - I must have 800,000 baht in a Thai bank - PLUS £900 per month income just to get an o visa (on the grounds of retirement) OR get a tourist visa, and convert it to an o visa once out in Thailand - is that right or am I missing something.

I suggest you reread the Non O application pack again as I think you guys are confusing the pensioner retirement visa and the over 50s (2 different entities). In short the pension visa requires the 800,000 in a thai bank and the over 50's is the income of 900 pounds - I can't see anything about police reports etc and I didn't have to supply one.

[Lite Beer]

Category “O”

--------------------------

1) Married to a Thai national

Evidence required:

a) If married in Thailand:

Copies of Original Thai Marriage Certificate and Thai ID Card or Thai Passport.

b If married in UK:

Copies of Original UK Marriage Certificate and Thai ID Card or Thai Passport.

Please note that either a single or multiple entry visa can be granted in these circumstances.

or

2) Visiting family working/living in Thailand

Evidence required:

a) Birth/Marriage Certificate to show relationship

b Letter from relative confirming they are in Thailand together with a copy of page

in their passport showing valid entry visa or a copy of their valid work permit..

Please note that either a single or multiple entry visa can be granted in these circumstances.

or

3) Volunteer Work

Evidence required:

a) Sponsor Letter from Registered Charity.

Please note that either a single or multiple entry visa can be granted in these circumstances.

or

4) Visiting Thailand as Pensioner

Evidence required:

a) Copy of Bank Statement showing receipt of State and/or Private Pension.

Please note that either a single or multiple entry visa can be granted in these circumstances.

or

5) Visiting Thailand as Retired Person aged 50 years and over

Evidence required:

a) Copy of Bank Statement showing income of minimum £900 per month.

Please note that either a single or multiple entry visa can be granted in these circumstances.

[sysardman]

Category “O”

--------------------------

1) Married to a Thai national

Evidence required:

a) If married in Thailand:

Copies of Original Thai Marriage Certificate and Thai ID Card or Thai Passport.

b If married in UK:

Copies of Original UK Marriage Certificate and Thai ID Card or Thai Passport.

Please note that either a single or multiple entry visa can be granted in these circumstances.

or

2) Visiting family working/living in Thailand

Evidence required:

a) Birth/Marriage Certificate to show relationship

b Letter from relative confirming they are in Thailand together with a copy of page

in their passport showing valid entry visa or a copy of their valid work permit..

Please note that either a single or multiple entry visa can be granted in these circumstances.

or

3) Volunteer Work

Evidence required:

a) Sponsor Letter from Registered Charity.

Please note that either a single or multiple entry visa can be granted in these circumstances.

or

4) Visiting Thailand as Pensioner

Evidence required:

a) Copy of Bank Statement showing receipt of State and/or Private Pension.

Please note that either a single or multiple entry visa can be granted in these circumstances.

or

5) Visiting Thailand as Retired Person aged 50 years and over

Evidence required:

a) Copy of Bank Statement showing income of minimum £900 per month.

Please note that either a single or multiple entry visa can be granted in these circumstances.

Sorry LiteBeer, just thought that if they were too lazy to read the stuff (thats been posted many times) that I was to lazy to post it for them. Thanks for doing it (just back from a visa run 'nuff said)