Hi everyone, I’m looking for some advice about switching visas here in Chiang Mai.
* I’m currently on a Non-B visa extension through a tutoring company I work for.
* My extension expires on Jan 5, 2026.
* I’m married to a Thai citizen, and we live together in Chiang Mai.
* I want to leave my job and instead switch over to a Non-O marriage visa.
I understand for the marriage extension I’ll need:
* 400,000 THB in a Thai bank account (seasoned 2 months before applying), OR proof of 40k monthly income.
* Marriage certificate, wife’s ID, lease/landlord documents, and photos together.
My questions:
1. Is it possible in Chiang Mai to switch directly from a Non-B extension to a Non-O (marriage) without leaving the country?
2. If not, would my best option be to do a border run, come back on a Tourist visa, and then convert that to a 90-day Non-O marriage inside Thailand?
3. For proof of residence, my name is on our lease — do I need to update it so both my wife and I are listed, or will landlord’s ID + lease + photos be enough?
I’d really appreciate hearing from anyone who has done this recently in Chiang Mai, as I know rules can vary by office.
Thanks in advance 🙏