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Overview of Long Stay in Thailand

ln recent years Thailand has become increasingly popular as a long stay destination with people who are over 50s. Older travelers with disposable income and a sense of adventure are discovering what this fabulous country has to offer. Retirees and other long stay visitors can enjoy an enviable lifestyle in a cheap and friendly country. Addiitionally, Thailand has many world-class hospitals and is attracting many visitors seeking quality medical treatment without long waiting times or expense.

Ever since the Tourism Authority of Thailand launched its ’Long Stay in Thailand' campaign a few years ago, an increasing amount of visitors have been traveling to the country for medical and health services. With its year round warm climate, fantastic beaches, islands and relaxed lifestyle, it may be the time that you take a closer look at Thailand! Visa Requirements for Long Stay Visitors Visitors wishing to stay in Thailand for a long period must be over 50 years of age. If they fulfill the visa requirements, they will be permitted to stay for a period of not exceeding one year. Employment of any kind is strictly prohibited. The type of visa is called a Non-Immigrant Visa O-A Long Stay, The documents required include;

- A passport with validity of not less than 18 months
- Three copies of completed visa application forms
- Three passport-sized photos (4 x 6 cm) of the applicant taken within the past six months
- A personal data form - A copy of bank statement showing a deposit of the amount equal to and not less than 800,000 Baht or an income certificate (an original copy) showing a monthly income of not less than 65,000 Baht, or a deposit account plus a monthly income totaling not less than 800,000 Baht.
- A bank statement and letter of guarantee from the bank (an original copy)
- Letter of veritication issued from the country of his or her nationality or residence stating that the applicant has no criminal record. Verification shall be valid for not more than three months and should be notarised by the app|icant's diplomatic or consular mission
- Medical certificate issued from the country where the application is submitted, showing no prohibitive diseases as indicated in the Ministerial Regulation No.14 (B.E. 2535), The certificate shall be valid for not more than three months and should be notarised by the applicants diplomatic or consular mission

In the case where the accompanying spouse is not eligible to apply for the Category ’O-A’ Long Stay visa, he or she will be considered for temporary stay under Category ’O' visa, A marriage certificate must be provided as evidence and should be notarised by the applicants diplomatic or consular mission.

Applicants may submit their application at the Royal Thai Embassy or Royal Thai Consulate-General in their home country or country of residence. They may also apply in Thailand at the Office of the Immigration Bureau in Thailand located on Soi Suan Plu, South Sathorn Road, Sathorn District, Bangkok 10120.

An applicant who wishes to extend his or her stay must submit a request for extension of stay at the Office of the Immigration Bureau with documented evidence of money transfer or a deposit account in Thailand or an income certificate showing an amount of not less than 800,000 baht or an income certificate plus a deposit account showing a total amount of not less than 800,000 baht. A one-year extension of stay shall be granted at the discretion of the immigration officer to the applicant as long as he or she meets the above requirements.

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