Can a spouse apply for a dependent visa in Thailand if the other spouse holds a NON-O visa for over 50?

Dec 30, 2022
2 years ago
Donna *******
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Hi, if one spouse applies for non-o visa in Thailand (over50) can other spouse apply for dependent (under50) within Thailand or does this need to be done in home country via OA ?
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When one spouse applies for a NON-O visa in Thailand due to being over 50, the other spouse can potentially apply for a dependent visa within Thailand, especially at the Phuket immigration office, based on recent policy changes. However, this option is not widely reported, so proceeding through a consulate in the home country is a safer route unless the primary visa holder has already received their year extension.
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Stuart *********
If you happen to be using the Phuket office then from a recent change in policy you could possibly get a dependent visa in country. I’ve not seen a report from anyone who has as yet which is why I used “possibly”.

If not using Phuket then no. You would need to wait until your spouse is on their year extension of stay and then go to a nearby consulate and apply there.
Donna *******
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@Stu***
just checking, so our only option would be to fly back to Australia and apply. We are currently in Thailand on Visa exemption.
Stuart *********
@Donna ******
You can go to one of the local embassies in SE Asia and apply for a non O there.
Donna *******
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@Stu***
ok great we will check that out as going to Da Nang in a few months.
Stuart *********
@Donna ******
HaNOi or HCMC. Not one in Da Nang. Check the website for whichever embassy you’re going to go to for their requirements. Some require appointments.
Donna *******
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@Stu***
hi, have you heard if anyone has gone through this process? In Samui currently and could go to Phuket if worth while.
Stuart *********
@Donna ******
No and I checked with them recently and no it can’t be done in Phuket.
Donna *******
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@Stu***
ok bugger, thanks.
Donna *******
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Stuart ok thanks will not be in Phuket so will wait until both 50
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