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Can I apply for a Non-O Marriage or Raising Thai Children Visa while on a visa-exempt entry in Thailand?

NON-O Visa Marriage Visa Raising Thai Children Visa Visa Extension Exempt Entry Thai Immigration Rules

Brett *********

asked Apr 7, 2025

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May have been asked before but I can not find an answer.

Can I apply for a Non-O Marriage or raising Thai children in Thailand from being here currently on a visa exempt entry or extension of exempt entry?

Answer summary

Yes, you can apply for a Non-O Marriage Visa or a Raising Thai Children Visa while currently in Thailand on a visa exempt entry. It’s important to note that most immigration offices may advise you to apply for the marriage visa if you are married to a Thai national. You do not necessarily have to leave Thailand to process your visa application.

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Sean *******

So long as you're the legal father you can

2 years ago

Brett *********

Thanks for your answers gentlemen. My previous long stay was Retirement Visa extensions. I also had ME Spouse Visas obtained in Australia and Vietnam. So I am not familiar with other options in country. IO gave me grief this exempt entry while I sort my options out so at least I know that I don't have to leave and wait for a Visa. Good to know my options now.

2 years ago

Brandon ************

Most immigration offices will not let you apply for the raising Thai child visa is you're married to a Thai. They will tell you to do your marriage visa.

2 years ago

Brett *********

@Brandon ***********

thanks. I did know that. At the moment I am divorced from the mother of the children. I have not remarried yet. But will probably get married end of May. Just deciding which way to go.

2 years ago

Lloyd ********

:-)

2 years ago

Lloyd ********

Yes you can, here is a generic list of what you need to do and the timeline.

2 years ago

Brett *********

Follow up question to the audience. Am I better to do this in Korat, Surin or Bangkok? Korat is where the marriage is. Surin is where the Thai children are.

2 years ago

Lloyd ********

You HAVE to do it where your TM30 is registered ie. where you live.

Brett *********

thanks Lloyd!

Brett *********

thanks!