Getting a 1-Year Extension of Non-Immigrant (O) Visa in Thailand

If you’re planning to extend your stay in Thailand, you’re likely to encounter some obstacles. For instance, you might be unsure about the income requirements for a couple to get a 1-year extension after the initial 90-day visitor visa. Or, you might be worried about having to acquire health insurance quickly at a higher cost than expected. In this post, we’ll address these concerns and provide you with the necessary information to make your stay in Thailand as smooth as possible.

What are the income requirements for a couple to get a 1-year extension?

The income requirements for a couple to get a 1-year extension after the initial 90-day visitor visa are as follows:

• You need to show 65,000 baht per month in personal income. This can be in the form of a pension or other regular income.
• If you’re unable to show this income, you’ll need to deposit 800,000 baht into a Thai bank account. This amount must stay in the account for at least 2 months before you apply for the extension.
• You’ll also need to provide proof of income, such as a bank statement or a letter from your employer.

What about health insurance?

If you’re applying for a Non-Immigrant O visa, you’ll need to have health insurance that covers you for at least 40,000 baht for outpatient treatment and 400,000 baht for inpatient treatment. You can purchase this insurance from a Thai insurance company or from an international insurance company that offers coverage in Thailand.

How to apply for a 1-year extension

To apply for a 1-year extension of your Non-Immigrant O visa, you’ll need to follow these steps:

1. Gather the necessary documents: You’ll need to gather the following documents:
   • Your passport
   • Your Non-Immigrant O visa
   • Proof of income (such as a bank statement or a letter from your employer)
   • Proof of health insurance
   • A completed TM7 form (available from the Thai Immigration website)
2. Take the documents to the immigration office: You’ll need to take the documents to the immigration office in the province where you’re staying. You can find the nearest immigration office by visiting the Thai Immigration website.
3. Submit the documents: Submit the documents to the immigration officer, who will review them and ask you some questions.
4. Pay the fee: You’ll need to pay a fee of 1,900 baht for the extension.
5. Wait for the extension to be processed: The immigration officer will process your application and issue you with a new visa sticker in your passport.

Tips and advice

• Make sure you have all the necessary documents before you apply for the extension.
• Check the Thai Immigration website for the most up-to-date information on the requirements and process.
• Consider hiring a visa service to help you with the application process.
• Don’t forget to report to the immigration office every 90 days to confirm your address.

By following these steps and tips, you should be able to get a 1-year extension of your Non-Immigrant O visa in Thailand without any problems.