Just extended my tourist exemption for another 30 days. Done all the paperwork to be able to marry my Thai girlfriend soon. Doing it this month but I just wanted to check I can apply for a 90 day o visa. As what was stamped in my passport seems strict.
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TLDR : Answer Summary
A user recently extended their tourist exemption for an additional 30 days and is preparing to marry their Thai girlfriend. They seek clarification on the possibility of applying for a 90-day Non-O visa, as the current stamp in their passport appears strict. Community responses indicate that, contrary to some previous beliefs, it is indeed possible to apply for a Non-O visa within Thailand, especially since immigration rules have become more accommodating post-COVID.
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Supposed to be done out of country. But just like everything else in Thailand. It only depends on who you know.
Nick ****************
If you want a non o based on marriage I believe you must apply initially in your home country. Then you can extend it here as long as you have the funds etc.
No, you can apply for Non-Os in Thailand and transition from a tourist visa or visa exempt. Only Non-Bs cannot be obtained in country (and they sometimes can).