Quick answer
The Retirement Visa (Non-Immigrant O) allows long-term stay in Thailand for retirees [1]. Applicants must meet general requirements such as no criminal record and no prohibited diseases [3][4][5][6]. Required documents include a valid passport, application form, photos, medical certificate, health insurance with specified coverage, and financial proof of either 800,000 THB bank deposit or 65,000 THB monthly income [8][9][11][13][15]. The visa fee is RM 320 for single entry [16]. Additional documents may be requested, and the embassy reserves the right to reject applications [18][19]. Processing takes 5 working days .
Key facts
Am I eligible?
Retired and receive pension from government
- Must be a non-Thai national who is retired and receives a pension from a government.
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Requirements in detail
Applicant must be at least 50 years old.
Must have a monthly pension of at least 65,000 THB, or a deposit account plus monthly income totaling at least 800,000 THB.
Evidence of the latest 3-month pension payment from the Korean government showing at least 65,000 THB per month.
A deposit account plus monthly income totaling not less than 800,000 THB.
Must have health insurance covering the entire stay in Thailand with outpatient coverage of at least 40,000 THB and inpatient coverage of at least 400,000 THB.
Must provide evidence of accommodation in Thailand.
Must submit a completed and signed Declaration Form.
Documents you'll need
- Original passport with at least 6-month validity and 2 blank visa pages [8]
- Completed visa application form and 2 passport-size photos [9]
- Copy of Malaysian pass (if applicable) [10]
- Medical certificate issued within the last months showing no prohibited diseases [11]
- Proof of health insurance with inpatient benefit of at least 400,000 THB/year and outpatient benefit of at least 40,000 THB/year [13]
- Bank statement with minimum deposit of 800,000 THB or income certificate with monthly income of at least 65,000 THB [15]
- Evidence of latest 3-month pension payment (for government pensioners)
- Copy of evidence of accommodation in Thailand
- Copy of Declaration Form completed and signed
- Biodata page of passport or travel document
- Photographs taken within the last six months
- Document indicating current location (e.g., residence card, driver's license, or e-ticket)
- Financial evidence: income certificate or bank statements for past three months
This list adjusts automatically based on your nationality and category.
How to apply
Frequently asked questions
What are the required documents for the Retirement Visa?
The required documents include a completed checklist and the application form, as specified in the official requirements.
Related visas
Sources
One numbered entry per specific claim — several entries may point to the same underlying document, each with its own locator.
- [1]
Qualifications to apply: • Must be at least 50 years old
Primary source · Last verified: Aug 16, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [2]
A certificate of criminal record in the applicant’s country of origin or current country of residence issued by the competent authority within the last 3 months
Primary source · Last verified: Aug 16, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [3]
Fee is exempted for national of Malaysia, Singapore, Republic of Korea and Tunisia Remark: Non-immigrant O for retirement visa is valid for 90-day single-entry and must be extend to 1-year multiple en
Primary source · Last verified: Aug 16, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [4]
Recent (3.4x4.5 cm) colour photograph, taken within 6 months; 3
the Government (Retirement Visa) · Last verified: Aug 16, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [5]
--- page 1 --- Non-Immigrant (O) Retirement Visa Overview Duration of visa For pensioners aged 50 years or above who wish to stay in Thailand for a period of not exceeding 90 days without the intentio
Non-Immigrant (O) Retirement Visa · Last verified: Aug 16, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [6]
3 months Validity of visa Visa fee Single 3 months from issue date 11,000 yen ※Visa fees must be paid by e-payment of the e-Visa system using a credit card (Visa or Master Card) only
Non-Immigrant (O) Retirement Visa · Last verified: Aug 16, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [7]
Purpose of visit
Primary source, page 1 · Last verified: Aug 16, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [8]
General requirements
Primary source, page 1 · Last verified: Aug 16, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [9]
Required documents
Primary source, page 1 · Last verified: Aug 16, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [10]
Visa fee
Primary source, page 1 · Last verified: Aug 16, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [11]
Additional documents and discretion
Primary source, page 1 · Last verified: Aug 16, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [12]
Application completeness
Primary source, page 1 · Last verified: Aug 16, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [13]
Financial evidence for pensioners
the Government (Retirement Visa), page 1 · Last verified: Aug 16, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [14]
Health insurance requirements
the Government (Retirement Visa), page 1 · Last verified: Aug 16, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [15]
Accommodation and declaration
the Government (Retirement Visa), page 1 · Last verified: Aug 16, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [16]
Processing time and fee non-refundable
the Government (Retirement Visa), page 1 · Last verified: Aug 16, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [17]
Document upload requirements
Non-Immigrant (O) Retirement Visa, page 1 · Last verified: Aug 16, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [18]
Passport and photo requirements
Non-Immigrant (O) Retirement Visa, page 1 · Last verified: Aug 16, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [19]
Current location evidence
Non-Immigrant (O) Retirement Visa, page 1 · Last verified: Aug 16, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [20]
Financial evidence
Non-Immigrant (O) Retirement Visa, page 1 · Last verified: Aug 16, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [21]
Required Documents: 1
Primary source · Last verified: Aug 16, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [22]
Checklist Please complete and submit together with the application form
Primary source · Last verified: Aug 16, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [23]
--- page 1 --- 20 Required Documents for Visa Application Royal Thai Embassy, Seoul Non-Thai Nationals who are Retired and Receive Pension from the Government (Retirement Visa) 1
Primary source · Last verified: Aug 16, 2026Verified — deep-linked
This page reflects Thailand's officially published requirements as of the dates above. It is not legal advice, and final approval is solely at the discretion of Thailand's immigration authorities. For a case-specific compliance check against your own documents, try VisaBook free.