Retirement
Non-O Retirement Visa
The Non-Immigrant ‘O’ Retirement Visa is Thailand’s most established long-stay option for foreign nationals aged 50 and above. You obtain a 90-day visa first, then extend it for 12-months from there. It's renewable every year and is a popular option for foreign retirees.
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Risk-free service commitment
What happens if your application is refused?
You'll know first
Before you pay anything, we tell you whether you qualify, and exactly what to fix if you don't.
Half upfront, half after
You pay 50% upfront and the balance only after your application is approved.
Refunded if refused
If a denial were ever to occur, we refund your initial payment in full.
It couldn't be any better. I really appreciated the patience of the team and in particular Wat being very reliable, acknowledged and prompt directing the whole process for my Non- Immigrant O Visa.You'll be in very good hands if you choose this agency.
Thailand Blueprint took care of everything for me. Knew all of the details. Great and responsive service, personally helped me open up my Thai bank account. In other words if you are looking for a service that takes care of you from start to finish this is it.
Wat and the team are excellent, their personal touch made all aspects of the process easy and completely stress free. His team accompanied us to the bank and immigration meetings, ensuring everything ran smoothly. We highly recommend them.
Before you start
Why do Non-O Retirement Visa applications break down?
You can secure this visa yourself, and some people do. Six things reliably trip people up: proof of funds confusion, sequencing errors, timing mistakes, banking complications, application Shortcuts, and coordination failures.
Proof of funds confusion
Retirement visas require proof of finances, but the rules around methods and verification are full of intricacies.
Sequencing errors
Certain steps must be completed in a strict, very specific order, and one misstep can cause major headaches retroactively.
Timing mistakes
Application steps can only be done within narrow windows, and showing up too early or too late often means wasted trips and stalled applications.
Banking complications
If accounts are not set up correctly, banks may request repeated verification or place temporary holds, causing avoidable delays.
Application Shortcuts
Quick fixes may get you approved once, but often create renewal problems that are harder to solve later.
Coordination failures
Extensions require documents from different sources. None of these parties coordinate, and most do not communicate clearly in English. Retirees are left stuck in the middle.
How we work
How does Thailand Blueprint simplify the process?
We build applications against the written and unwritten requirements of Thai Embassies, Consulates, Board of Investment, and Immigration. We then sequence every step in the right order and execute the entire process. Everything is tracked and organized in our secure client portal (opens in a new tab).
Step by step
How long does this take, and what do you have to do?
Seven steps, in order, with the elapsed time for each and a plain division of labour. The middle column is everything you personally have to do. Read down it on its own if that is the question you came with.
Step 1: Eligibility assessment
- When
- Before anything is paidfrom engagement
- You
- Answer questions about your age, your situation and when you want to move.
- Thailand Blueprint Team
- Confirm the Non-O actually fits, work out whether you qualify on the deposit or on pension income, and map the timing around your move.
Step 2: Client portal setup
- When
- Day 1from engagement
- You
- Upload your documents to the portal. This is the main thing we need from you.
- Thailand Blueprint Team
- Set you up in the portal and pre-check every document against what your local embassy or consulate actually requires, before anything is submitted.
Relocation Roadmap & Bangkok Rental Service
Bolt-on relocation service. You can add it or leave it.
Step 3: Embassy application
- When
- About 15 business daysfrom embassy submission
- You
- Nothing, once your documents are in. We take it from here.
- Thailand Blueprint Team
- Prepare and submit your 90-day Non-O application to the right Thai embassy or consulate, track it, and handle anything they come back with on your behalf.
VIP Arrival
Bolt-on relocation service. You can add it or leave it.
Step 4: Arrival in Thailand
- When
- Day 0after arrival in Thailand
- You
- Fly out with your visa already approved.
- Thailand Blueprint Team
- Have your appointments pre-arranged before you land, so week one is not spent queueing.
Step 5: Bank account and fund transfer
- When
- Week 1–2after arrival in Thailand
- You
- Come to the branch with your passport.
- Thailand Blueprint Team
- Attend the bank with you, open the account, and provide your options to transfer funds in if applicable.
Step 6: 12-month extension and re-entry permit
- When
- Week 1–2after arrival in Thailand
- You
- Attend the Immigration appointment with us.
- Thailand Blueprint Team
- Finalise the extension paperwork, take you to Immigration in person, submit the application and get your multiple re-entry permit issued.
Bangkok Orientation Day & Thai Driver’s Licence
Bolt-on relocation service. You can add it or leave it.
Step 7: Post-service maintenance
- When
- Ongoing, at no further costafter arrival in Thailand
- You
- Nothing. We tell you when something is due.
- Thailand Blueprint Team
- Track your renewal dates and your bank account requirements, and stay available for extensions and long-term planning.
90-Day Reporting
Bolt-on relocation service. You can add it or leave it.
Total duration for the Non-O Retirement Visa: Start to finish: about 15 business days at the embassy, then 4 to 7 concentrated days in Bangkok
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Client stories
What do our clients say?
Every aspect of Thailand Blueprint's service, and Wat, my consultant was first class. From the initial appln at the embassy to opening a bank acct, everything was explained clearly, handled smoothly, and well worth the money.
I cannot recommend Thailand Blueprint enough. Their service was truly excellent, going well above normal standards. The entire process was smooth, professional, and completely stress-free. Incredibly responsive, thorough, and provides a personal touch.
Process was professional, painless, simple and timely. Wat made sure all my documents were in order, supported my application and the opening of my bank account at every step, and everything was done exactly to schedule. Highly recommended.
Wat handled everything for us from our 90-day visa to setting up our Thai bank accounts and securing our 12-month retirement extension. What others described as a nightmare was smooth and stress- free. We couldn’t be more thankful.
I just want to share the incredibly straightforward experience we had with Wat and Thailand Blueprint for getting our retirement visa. We always knew where we were at because of their online portal. We will continue to use them for our renewals and extensions.
Wat and his team are top notch. They communicate, inform, and guide you through this difficult process with ease. We relocated from the USA to Hua Hin and we are so glad we put our trust in Thailand Blueprint. We highly recommend this company.
The package
What does it cost, and what is included?
One package, inclusive of all immigration fees. You pay half upfront and the balance only after final approval.
Everything else about the move, from property to licences, extra arrival support and beyond, is optional and priced separately. The package stands on its own without any of it.
Our package
THB49,000Inclusive of all immigration fees
Half upfront, half after approval
Clients can also extend their visa with us year-after-year What happens year after year?
- Non-Immigrant ‘O’ Retirement Visa (90-day entry)
- 12-month retirement visa extension
- Multiple re-entry permit
- Thai bank account setup
- Fast-track processing
- Secure client portal (opens in a new tab)
- Pre-departure checklist
- Tutorial videos (moving money, ongoing reporting)
- Post-approval maintenance package
- Pay half upfront, half after approval
Health insurance isn't required for this visa, but plenty of people want it anyway. We work with a brokerage we trust and can set the whole thing up alongside your visa. You pay the insurer directly.
Risk-free service commitment. Before you pay anything, we tell you whether you qualify, and exactly what to fix if you don't. You pay 50% upfront and the balance only after your 12-month extension is approved. If a denial were ever to occur, we refund your initial payment in full.
The rest of your move
What else can you add?
Six services clients ask for most. Add any combination, or none at all.
Bangkok Rental Service
Before you leave + on arrival
No fee to you
- Vetted options before you arrive
- In-person tours with our agent
- Lease, filings and utilities handled
VIP Arrival
On landing day
From THB 6,500
- Meet-and-assist through immigration
- SIM card and phone plan sorted
- Private driver, high-end vehicle
90-Day Reporting
Ongoing
THB 5,000 / year
- Deadlines tracked in your portal
- Reports filed on your behalf
- No Immigration visits
Thai Driver’s Licence
Your first month
From THB 8,000
- Car and motorbike licences
- Appointments scheduled for you
- Paperwork arranged in advance
Bangkok Orientation Day
Your first week
THB 10,000
- We meet you at your residence
- Key apps and BTS/MRT cards
- Private hospital pre-registration
Relocation Roadmap
Done before you leave
THB 10,000
- Built on a 1-hour consult call
- Three-stage execution plan
- Downloadable PDF package
Year two and beyond
What happens year after year?
A Non-O is extended every year, and how the first year is set up decides how simple that is. We put every date in your portal, and tell you what has to happen and when. That leaves you free to do the annual extension yourself, for as long as you like. Nothing in the way we set you up ties you to us, or to anyone else.
However, if you would rather hand it over, we can handle it. This is also where people already living in Thailand on a Non-O come to us for the first time.
Annual extension, handled for you
THB 29,000 a year, in Bangkok
- Your 12-month extension of stay, prepared and filed
- Multiple-entry re-entry permit
- Fast-track processing
- The maintenance package: deposit dates, 90-day reports and top-up reminders
- Your client portal (opens in a new tab), with every document and date in one place
Half upfront, half once the extension is approved.
Or copy our address: info@thailandblueprint.com
Your client portal
What happens after your visa is approved?
Every client keeps the portal after approval, at no further cost. Your 90-day reports, TM.30 filings and the annual extension all sit in one place with their due dates, so nothing arrives as a surprise a week before it is late.
“We always knew where we were at because of their online portal.”
“I switched from another company after they failed to inform me of the do’s and don’ts to maintain an easy visa extension the previous year. The after care advice was just another bit extra.”
Answers
What else do people ask about this visa?
What exactly is the Non-Immigrant ‘O’ Retirement Visa?
The Non-Immigrant ‘O’ Retirement Visa is Thailand’s most established long-stay option for foreign nationals aged 50 and above who wish to live in Thailand in retirement.
Read the full answerWhat are the financial requirements, and why does the deposit amount vary by country?
There are two financial methods available, the Bank Deposit Method and the Pension Income Method, and understanding how each one applies at each stage of the process is one of the most important things to get right before you begin. So let’s be clear about the numbers first, and then explain the nuance.
Read the full answerWhat documents do I need to provide for the initial 90-day Non-O Retirement Visa application?
Thailand Blueprint handles the preparation and submission of your Embassy application on your behalf. To do that, you will upload the following into the secure Thailand Blueprint client portal (opens in a new tab):
Read the full answerWhat happens after I arrive in Thailand? How does the 12-Month Extension of the Non-O Retirement Visa work?
Once you arrive in Thailand on your 90-day Non-Immigrant ‘O’ Visa, you are provided a stay permit that reflects 90 days of Non-Immigrant visa status. From there, Thailand Blueprint works with you in person during your first week on the ground to complete the following steps in the correct sequence.
Read the full answerWhy does the order of steps matter so much?
The sequencing of this visa process is genuinely critical. Certain registrations, documents, and appointments must be completed in a specific order because each step unlocks the next one. If that sequence is disrupted, even by something that seems minor, the application can be rejected, forcing you to restart or wait.
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Last verified 2 September 2026
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