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ThailandStatus in-countryLast checked October 17, 2026

Non-Immigrant O-A (Long Stay) Retirement Visa

The O-A visa lets people aged 50 or over stay in Thailand for one year without working. Applicants show at least 800,000 baht in the bank, monthly income of at least 65,000 baht, or a combination totalling 800,000 baht a year, plus health insurance. Holders report to immigration every 90 days.

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Life in Thailand

Money

3

Currency

Thai Baht

THB

Thai Baht

Cost of living

32

Price level · US = 100

World Bank price levels, 2025

Tax

5–35%

Income tax (national)

VAT 7%

Net income up to THB 150,000 exempt; 35% applies above THB 5 million.

Official rates, 2026 · headline only

Living

1

Happiness

6.3

#50 of 145 countries

World Happiness Report 2025

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Who it’s for

Retirees aged 50+ who want to live in Thailand without working.

Eligibility

  • Age

    You need to be at least 50 years old.

    Official wording

    At least 50 years old.

  • Funds

    Show enough money through a bank balance, monthly after-tax income, or a combination of the two.

    Money to show (choose one option)

    Bank balanceminimum
    800,000 baht
    Monthly incomeafter tax, per month
    65,000 baht
    Combinationtotal per year
    800,000 baht
    Official wording

    Bank balance of at least 800,000 baht, or after-tax income of at least 65,000 baht per month, or a combination totalling at least 800,000 baht per year.

  • Health insurance

    Have health insurance covering your whole stay, including COVID-19 treatment.

    Minimum insurance coverage

    In US dollars
    USD 100,000
    In bahtequivalent minimum
    3,000,000 baht
    • An equivalent restricted bank deposit may be used if insurers decline
    Official wording

    Coverage of at least USD 100,000 (or 3,000,000 baht) for the whole stay, including COVID-19 treatment, or an equivalent restricted bank deposit if insurers decline.

A sneak peek at what's inside

  • Next requirementGood conduct and health
  • Document checklistPassport
  • FeesMultiple-entry visa (Oslo example)

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