What are the visa & residency requirements in Hua Hin?

"In order to visit Hua Hin, visitors must obtain a visa prior to their arrival. The most common type of visa is the tourist visa, which is valid for up to 60 days. To apply for a tourist visa, applicants must submit a valid passport, a completed visa application form, two passport-sized photographs, and proof of financial means. In order to apply for residency in Hua Hin, Thailand, applicants must first obtain a non-immigrant visa. This visa is valid for up to one year and can be extended for up to three years. To apply for a non-immigrant visa, applicants must submit a valid passport, a completed visa application form, two passport-sized photographs, proof of financial means, and a letter of invitation from a Thai citizen or organization. Once the visa is approved, applicants must then apply for a work permit or a residence permit. The work permit is valid for up to one year and can be extended for up to three years. The residence permit is valid for up to five years and can be extended for up to ten years. To apply for either permit, applicants must submit a valid passport, a completed application form, two passport-sized photographs, proof of financial means, and a letter of invitation from a Thai citizen or organization," explained one expat living in Hua Hin, Thailand.

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