Last updated 1 September 2026, 00:00 (UTC+0)
Long-term visas (over 50 y.o.) to Thailand for U.S. citizens
Retirement visa, Long-term stay visa, non-immigrant long-stay visa
Travel purpose:
Long stay
, other
Long-term visas (over 50 y.o.) — what you need to know
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
Fees
฿5,000 - ฿10,000 (~$152 - ~$304)
Which long-term visas (over 50 y.o.) is best suited for you?
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 (~$152)
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 (~$304)