I got a new Non-O visa in Vietnam on Oct. 14.

 

My extension is due on or about Jan. 14, and I will seek "retirement".

 

When and if I get the extension will I need to show money seasoned for 3 months or 2?

 

And how much in advance can I apply for the extension?

 

TIA

Assuming you are not using the income-based letter from your embassy but instead the bank deposit method, the money must be in the account for 2 months prior to you seeking an extension of stay due to retirement.  It will increase to 3 months prior for your subsequent extensions.   You can apply 30 days before your current permission to stay (which you received from your visa) expires.

The money only has to be in the bank for 60 days since it will be your first extension of a non-o visa entry.

You can apply up to 30 days early or at some offices 45 days.

1 hour ago, ubonjoe said:

The money only has to be in the bank for 60 days since it will be your first extension of a non-o visa entry.

You can apply up to 30 days early or at some offices 45 days.

 

Not sure where you are charliebadenhop, but Phuket let me do my extension 45 days ahead, in September. At first they said I should do it 30 days before, but I told them this would interfere with my travel plans, so they said ok.

If you apply early note that the money must be in the bank for at least eight 60 days before the day you apply.