Can a US citizen on a tourist visa change to a Thai spouse visa without returning to the USA?
Jul 12, 2019
5 years ago
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ORIGINAL POSTERTLDR : Answer Summary
A US citizen on a tourist visa who wants to change to a Thai spouse visa (NON-O) may face challenges doing so in Thailand, as the local immigration offices may require him to return to the US for processing. However, he may inquire about changing his visa in a nearby country with a Thai embassy or consulate, such as Laos or Malaysia, which often have less hassle for visa matters. It's advisable to check specific embassy requirements in those countries before attempting the visa change.
NON-O RETIREMENT VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
- Go to the Retirement Visa Section for information on requirements, including age restrictions, financial requirements, and necessary documentation.
- For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
- Explore recent discussions by using the Non-O Retirement Visa tag in the search box at the top of the page.
- Join the Thai Visa Advice Facebook Group to ask your questions, and get advice from others.