Save THOUSANDS by applying for your Retirement Visa before you come to Thailand. Baan Smile will submit your application for the absolute best chance of success. We make sure you:
For the first year this is the best way to do it. It allows you to get into Thailand, rent a condo, open a bank account and get yourself ready for your renewal the next year.
The is the most cost effective way to get a retirement visa for Thailand and will save you more then $1,000 USD if you do in from your home country.
"Thank you Apiporn and the team for advising and helping me through the complete retirement visa process. They’re a friendly polite team you want to keep in your contact list to help you transition into your new Thailand life."
Elvy Moen
Yes, you can apply for a retirement visa before coming to Thailand. In fact, it is recommended to apply for your retirement visa in your home country before your departure to Thailand.
You can apply for a retirement visa at the Thai Embassy or Consulate in your home country. The application process may vary depending on the specific embassy or consulate.
Yes, you can apply for the retirement visa either in person at the Thai Embassy or Consulate or online through their official website. Some locations may require an appointment, so it is best to check their procedures first.
To qualify for a retirement visa for Thailand, you must be 50 years of age or older, have no criminal record in your home country or in Thailand, and meet certain financial requirements which include having a monthly income or bank deposit.
The documents required for a retirement visa in Thailand typically include a passport with at least one year of validity, proof of financial status, a health certificate, and passport-sized photos. Some embassies or consulates may require additional documents.
The financial requirement for a retirement visa in Thailand is a monthly income of at least 65,000 Thai baht or a bank deposit of at least 800,000 Thai baht.
You can show bank statements as proof of funds when applying for a retirement visa in Thailand. These statements should show that you meet the required financial threshold.
The easiest way to get proof of funds is to keep your money in a bank that provides online banking. This way, you can easily print out your bank statements whenever needed.
Yes, health insurance is required for a Thai retirement visa. The policy should cover at least 400,000 Thai baht for inpatient care and 40,000 Thai baht for outpatient care.
No, long stay retirees in Thailand are not allowed to self-insure. They are required to have valid health insurance from an approved insurance company.
Yes, foreigners can get health insurance in Thailand. There are several insurance companies that offer health insurance policies for foreigners residing in Thailand.
The processing time for a retirement visa for Thailand can vary but it typically takes between two to four weeks.
A retirement visa allows you to stay in Thailand for one year. The visa is renewable every year as long as you continue to meet the eligibility requirements.
The main difference between the Thailand elite visa and the retirement visa is that the elite visa offers more benefits such as airport services, golf club memberships and spa treatments. The elite visa also allows you to stay in Thailand for five years without having to renew the visa annually.
The 10 year retirement visa in Thailand is a type of long-term stay visa specifically designed for retirees. The visa allows you to stay in Thailand for 10 years without having to leave the country. However, the financial requirements are higher compared to the regular retirement visa.
