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Do I need a Thai bank account to apply for a NON-O marriage visa in Thailand?
I have got married in Thailand to an Italian national who has a work permit. I am applying for a NON-O marriage visa. Do I need a thai bank account to do this and is that possible without a work permit? Thanks for any help guys.
Answer summary
The discussion centers on applying for a NON-O marriage visa in Thailand after marrying an Italian national. A key point is that while a Thai bank account may not be strictly required for the NON-O visa application—especially if the application is based on being married to a foreigner with a valid work permit—having one could facilitate certain bureaucratic processes. It's noted that some banks may allow account openings even on a tourist visa or without a work permit, but the requirements can vary by bank. Essential documents for the visa application typically include your passport, marriage certificate, and your spouse's work permit details.
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Tod *********
Depending on the immigration office you deal with AND what type of visa you're on here now you might <- as in perhaps, be able to go from a 30 day visa exempt entry or a 60 day tourist visa entry to first a 90 day Non-Immigrant Type O visa based on being married to someone who legally works here on the correct visa and work permit. You would need at least 15 days (or more) left on your current stamp, you would get documentation from your spouses company that states they will allow you to get a Non-O visa based on being a "trailing spouse".
You should go to your immigration office with your wife AND a representative from here company to check to see IF you can get the Non-O visa inside the country because NOT all offices will issue it and you might have to leave the country and go to a thai consulate in a nearby country to get the 90 day Non-O visa. After that you would apply for a yearly extension that matches your wifes at the immigration office
You should go to your immigration office with your wife AND a representative from here company to check to see IF you can get the Non-O visa inside the country because NOT all offices will issue it and you might have to leave the country and go to a thai consulate in a nearby country to get the 90 day Non-O visa. After that you would apply for a yearly extension that matches your wifes at the immigration office
Tod *********
Okay, this is NOT a group of how to open a bank account in thailand. :/
The inter-web is FILLED with posts of foreigners telling people how to open an account here in thailand.
This is the Thai VISA advice group.
The inter-web is FILLED with posts of foreigners telling people how to open an account here in thailand.
This is the Thai VISA advice group.
Florian ***************
you can get a thai bank account. i just got one on a tourist visa. bangkok bank. however i had a thai person writing a “guarantee” that i am a good person, not a criminal. not a financial guarantee though. try different banks and even branches. have a thai helping and asking
Ellie *******
Some branches don't require any document even if you are on tourist status. Some require you jut address verification (residence certification, etc). Some require more documents or just don't open account for tourists. All depends on which branch, not the bank... At least in Bangkok.
Tod *********
there is no financial requirement when you are applying for a Non-O visa based on being married to a foreigner who legally works here.
Dick **********
Can you apply for this here in Thailand at the immigration or do you have to do this abroad at a consulate or embassy?
Steve *******
It depends on the Thai consulate/embassy where you're applying for the Non imm O. Check their website for requirements
Miguel *******
show your Thai marriage book when you go to the bank to open your account
Miguel *******
Carlotta La Tana Francavilla the Thais think very different from the Western people
Miguel *******
show that paper
Miguel *******
Carlotta La Tana Francavilla same
Nina *********
Hi mike. You dont need a bank account. Your wifes company should help you process a spousal visa. All you should need is your passport, your marriage certificate, you wifes passport with non b visa, some photos and a letter from your wifes company.
Robert **********
If you want or need a bank account, you can get one, even on a tourist visa or visa-free entry, but you will have to try several banks and branches.
Mike ******
OP@Nina ********
ok perfect. Thanks so much.Nina *********
You wont be permitted to work on this visa
Benjamin ******
Non-O visa based on marriage is only for forigner/Thai. You may be able to get a Non-O visa based off your wife's Non-B visa though.
Benjamin ******
@Tod ********
don't worry about it. I was up until 1am reading a bunch of really dry stupid journal articles before a late meeting (that was cancelled at the last minute). I feel for you.Tod *********
@Benjamin *****
again I mis-read. Sorry not making excuses but I was in line at immigrations at 5AM this morning so I'm a little foggy :/ You're right, a foreigner CAN get a Non-O visa (and a matching extension) if their spouse holds a Non-B/extension and legally works here with a work permit.I apologize sorry :(
Benjamin ******
@Tod ********
how is that different then what I said. If a foreign man is here working legally on a non-B, can't the foreign wife get a Non-O because the husband has a non-B visa? The wife has the Non-O only because the husband has a non-B?Tod *********
You are correct A Non-O can be issued based on marriage to another foreigner IF that foreigner legally works here on the correct visa and work permit.
Mike ******
OP@Benjamin *****
yes that's exactly what I'm trying to do. But it says I need a thai bank account, however they say I need a work permit to do this.
Kent **********
You can apply for a Italian Visa maybe, but what makes you think you get thai marriage visa?
Tod *********
@Kent *********
, welcome to the group and feel free to help people IF you know the answer BUT if you don't please don't speculate on things. Thanx in advance for your cooperationMike ******
OP@Vanessa *********
yes she is here legally with a work permit and we are married under thai government so I can get a visa based on hers allowing me to stay a year but without being able to work.
Vanessa **********
Mike you cannot get a Thai marriage visa as you are married to an Italian not a Thai person. What you may be able to get is some sort of dependant visa as your wife works here legally and you need to be with her. Maybe you can also consider your own visa such as education visa
Kent **********
@Mike *****
Good luck with that loveMike ******
OPOk I think you misunderstand because I've checked I can do this. It states I need a thai bank account to do this, however when I've tried they tell me I need a work permit to open one
Kent **********
@Mike *****
not marriage visa NoMike ******
OP@Kent *********
because my wife has a work permit therefore making me eligible for a year visa.
Mikkel *******
As far as I know the extension/visa based on marriage is only if you are married to a Thai national. You should in stead apply for an extension based on dependant on a person who has a non-o B
Tod *********
@Mikkel ******
you did indeed, sorry, :/ They would get a non-o based on marriage and then a yearly extension based on marriage tooMikkel *******
@Tod ********
thats what i said? Just with other wordsTod *********
They would get a Non-O visa based on being married to a foreigner who legally works in thailand (and holds a Non-B and a work permit).
It's called a "trailing spouse" Non-O and extension.
It's called a "trailing spouse" Non-O and extension.
David ************
The Non O supported by marriage is when you are married to a Thai
Mike ******
OP@David ***********
thanks mate.David ************
@Mike *****
Mike it was a wording issue. When you say a Non O because of marriage that normally refers to the Visa or extension you get when married to a Thai. You are trying to get a Non O because you are a dependent of a foreigner legally working here with a Non B Visa. That said I have never heard of someone in your situation being told you had to have a bank account.David ************
@Jason *****
yes but not one justified by marriage. Terminology difference.Mike ******
OP@Jason *****
finally someone who understands. Starting to think I was an idiot for thinking this is possible but I know of people doing this and seems easy. My main issue is regarding the bank account
Jason ******
@David ***********
Foreigners can also get a Non O if he or she is married to another foreigner who is legally working in Thailand on a Non B visa.Activity
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