Can I Return to Thailand on a Non-O Retirement Visa While Married and Expecting a Child?

Non-O Visa Retirement Visa Family Issues

Aug 6, 2020

4 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

I am on a non o retirement visa , I am married with a daughter 15 and my wife is pregnant with 1 month to go. I am currently not sure if I am allowed or not to return to Thailand. In news that I've read it seems u need to have a marriage visa.  My re entry permit is valid till February, if I do qualify to return what paperwork will I need to show and to who.

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The poster is uncertain about returning to Thailand on a non-O retirement visa while being married and having a child on the way. Comments clarify that those on retirement visas are generally not allowed to re-enter Thailand at this time, but recommends considering a non-O visa based on marriage or on the grounds of having a half-Thai child. It's advised to contact the local Thai consulate for specific visa requirements and paperwork.

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William ********

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Thank you so much! ☺️

4 years ago

Benjamin ******

People on "retirement visas" (including extension of stays based on retirement) are not allowed to return to Thailand. People who are married, or supporting half Thai children are allowed to enter Thailand.

I recommend contacting your local Thai consulate and asking about how to get a Non-O Visa based on marriage to a Thai national, or a Non-O visa based on raising half-Thai child.

4 years ago

William ********

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No I'm in the uk hoping to return

4 years ago

Benjamin ******

I recommend joining this group:

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Or search for a related group in the UK.

4 years ago

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Benjamin ******

>I am currently not sure if I am allowed or not to return to Thailand

Are you in Thailand now?

4 years ago

Robert *******

If your stay is the big stamp from Immigration with the text Extension of Stay permitted up to ../../.. and next to that retirement, you are indeed not allowed to come back into Thailand at the moment,

Option is to cancel this Extension of Stay and apply directly for a new Extension of Stay based on marriage with a Thai National before you leave and get the re-entry permit, Be aware this goes first 30 days under consideration, plan accordingly

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