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Thai Non-Immigrant Visa O-X (Long Stay 10 Years)

A long-stay retirement visa allowing eligible nationals aged 50 and over to remain in Thailand for up to ten years.

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The list of eligible nationalities, financial thresholds and insurance rules change over time; confirm against the MFA pages before publishing.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Thailand government website before you apply.
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Official name
Non-Immigrant Visa Category "O-X" (Long Stay, 10 years)
Route type
Retirement / long stay
Minimum age
50 years or over
Eligibility
Restricted to nationals of a defined list of qualifying countries
Financial requirement
Official guidance cites a Thai bank deposit of at least 3 million Baht, or 1.8 million Baht deposit plus annual income of at least 1.2 million Baht
Maximum stay
Up to 10 years (5 years + 5-year extension)

Who it is for

  • Nationals of qualifying countries aged 50 or over seeking a long-term retirement stay
  • Applicants able to meet the higher deposit/income thresholds

Requirements

  • Aged 50 or over and a national of a qualifying country
  • Meet the specified Thai bank deposit and/or income requirement
  • No intention of working in Thailand
  • Meet health and criminal-record conditions as required

What you can do

  • Stay in Thailand for up to ten years without working
  • Enter and leave Thailand on a multiple-entry basis

How to apply

  • Apply at a Royal Thai Embassy/Consulate abroad, or at the Immigration Bureau when in Thailand
  • Provide evidence of the required deposit/income and supporting documents
  • Maintain the required funds in a Thai bank as specified after entry

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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