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Do I need a Guardian Visa if I plan to be in Thailand frequently with my kids' ED visas?

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Leonardo ******************

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Hi Guys,

See if you can help with my case, pls.

Myself and family (wife + 2kids) are moving to CM in June/July.  Our plan is to get the kids ED visas and we get the guardian visa. 

Now, I will be flying in and out of thailand at least twice a month. Do you think i need a guardian visa, or i can keep my tourist visa and, in the event of being stopped at immigration because of multiple re-entries, explain my situation to the officers. I know I can get the guardian visa. But wanted to avoid the transfer of 500k if possible. 

Thanks!

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The poster is seeking advice on whether they need to obtain a Guardian visa while repeatedly traveling in and out of Thailand with their family, or if they can simply maintain a tourist visa and explain their situation at immigration. Community responses advise obtaining the Guardian visa to avoid issues at immigration, especially with family involved.

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Do yourself a favor...get the Guardian visa for both of you. You likely will be questioned and your explanation will not deter from denied entry.

Are you or wife age 50+ ?

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Leonardo ******************

Leonardo ******************

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only mentally!!;) Thanks for the answer. I have no problem on getting the guardian visa for both of us. i would like, if possible, to avoid transferring such a large sum . If I might get in trouble, I will go for the right visa

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Stuart **********

Stuart **********

In the event of being stopped and then you explaining your situation you may actually be shooting yourself in the foot as you will be explaining that your not actually a tourist and admitting to having the incorrect visa. You're best off with the correct visa especially with family involved. You can get 1 guardian visa for each child

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Leonardo ******************

Leonardo ******************

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thanks mate. makes sense

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