Last updated 2026-05-18
Long-term visa (over 50 y.o.) to Thailand for German citizens
Retirement visa, Long-term stay visa, non-immigrant long-stay visa
Travel purpose:
Long stay
, other
Visa overview
Available to retirees aged 50 and older who wish to remain in Thailand for over 90 days. Employment is prohibited. With extensions, the visa can allow stays of up to 10 years, provided financial and other eligibility conditions are met. Almost all Thai embassies around the world stopped accepting paper applications and switched to online visa processing.
Visa validity period
from 1 year to 5 years
Consular fee
฿5,000 (~$154) - ฿10,000 (~$307)
Select the purpose of your visit
The selected purpose of the visit determines the visa's cost, processing times, and the list of required supporting documents. The purpose of the visit is often specified in the application form alongside the visa type or category and may also be indicated directly on the visa itself.
Long-term visa (1 year)
Eligible individuals
Retiree, pensioner
Visa validity period:
1 year
Extension of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
฿5,000 (~$154)
Long-term visa (10 years)
Eligible individuals
Retiree, pensioner
Visa validity period:
5 years
Extension of stay:
5 years
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
฿10,000 (~$307)