Can a pensioneer married to a same-sex partner apply for a Non-O visa for both as spouses in Thailand?

May 16, 2023
2 years ago
Hans ******
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I wonder if i as pensioneer and married to a man can apply for an O visa for me and him as “spouse”….. ???
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Currently, Thai law does not recognize same-sex marriages or partnerships, meaning that a pensioneer cannot apply for a Non-O visa for a same-sex spouse. Both individuals would need to apply for separate visas. The partner not meeting the retirement age (50) would have to explore alternative visa options like a tourist visa, or look into more expensive options like elite or LTR visas.
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John **********
Thailand does not recognise same sex marriage (for now at least) so you would each have to get your own visas. Your partner could not get a Non-O for retirement either as he is not 50. So tourist visa is his option unless he wants to look at elite or LTR visas which are not cheap
Pornrat ***********
Due to the current Thai law regarding the non-recognition of same-gender marriages/civil partnerships, it is my understanding that you do not classify as a spouse or dependent.

Therefore, separate requriements for visas
เจสัน ******
Have a look at LGBTQI+ forums in Thailand.

Things are changing for same sex couples.
Michael ********
Not yet but the new party in power were on about recognising/allowing same sex marriages but maybe years till immigration catch up
John ********
@Michael *******
don't hold your breath

They have a long way to go to run the country
Ruth *******
@John *******
being equal is “running the country”?
John ********
@Ruth ******
why is it possible for the Americans to always come out with the most stupid statements and as evidence shows you are a stupid woman 🤣
Ruth *******
@John *******
ad hominem attacks are not “evidence” of anything.
John ********
@Ruth ******
even what you have just said does not make sense
Michael ********
@John *******
Doesnt bother me
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