The number of one-year retirement visas has surged by more than 30 percent, according to a source at the Chonburi Immigration Bureau. Although there are more British applicants than any other nationality, there is a noticeable growth in the number of Russian applicants. If the trend continues, more than 45,000 such visas will have been issued by the end of the 2013.
The Immigration Bureau source added that there are many foreigners living in Thailand who use other visa opportunities, including marriage visas, educational visas and work permits. Other types of visas are available at Thai embassies and consulates around the world, including multiple entry “O” and “OA” visas.
Source: BKK Post
Upsurge in retirement visas
Upsurge in retirement visas
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Re: Upsurge in retirement visas
Stay tuned, the Ombudsman or some other genius will see that as a threat and subsequently requirements will be tightened. Pete 
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Re: Upsurge in retirement visas
Most recent list of "Best Places To Retire" shows Thailand at #9.