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Do I need a visa if I marry a Thai woman and invest in a house?
Thai visa regulationsNon-O visaMarriage visaVisa requirementsLiving in ThailandInvestment in ThailandThai property ownership
Jul 3, 2025
10 months ago
Dainius *********
ORIGINAL POSTERHello all. Please help. If I married with Thai women,and already I'm investing money to construct new house.
Are I need make visa every time on arrival,or I can go free?? Thanks
Are I need make visa every time on arrival,or I can go free?? Thanks
TLDR : Answer Summary
The user inquired about visa requirements after marrying a Thai woman and investing in a house. Responses clarified that marrying does not eliminate the need for a visa; instead, a Non-O visa based on marriage is suggested. To obtain this visa, the user must deposit THB 400,000 in a Thai bank account for a minimum period before applying for a 12-month extension. Additionally, various comments stressed the importance of understanding visa regulations and seeking accurate information instead of relying on assumptions.
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Brian *********
If you are not a Thai national, you need a visa, always! That is it! 👌
Muchlis ********
Stubborn person
Kevin *********
Me no compute! Me no compute! Error 404!
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Paul ***************
You are a scaffolder in the UK !!! . Don't want to say what passport you hold ? sounds like a wind up to me 🤣🤣
Dainius *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Paul **************
14 years scaffolding in UK mate. Part2 scaff.Reply to
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Tai **********
If you transfer all your money to her account you get Thai citizenship 😉
Alastair *******
@Dainius ********
you mentioned you have read rules. You are still asking strange questions.Go to the Thailand Government Immigration’s website and look at the visa options. Each type has clear cut rules.
Fairly basic!
If English is not your first language and you are needing assistance, then you need to tell your actual circumstances!
Otherwise you’ll get random answers and people will get frustrated with you.
Jaime **********
Go to the government page do your own research
Paul *******
If you intend stay or coming to Thailand long term, then yoiu will need a long term visa.
Andriy ***************************
How many women?
Ashlie ********
Might have been a good idea to be informed before you invested money.
Geoffrey ******
Why keep engaging this person? He clearly doesn't want to listen. Pretty sad he won't say which passport he holds, AND has his own set of rules. I have seen many here try to explain, but he chooses not to listen. Why ask the question if you choose not to listen? See Ya!
Dainius *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Geoffrey *****
because people's like you,can't normally answering and just can write bullshit and not understanding question!Reply to
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Andrew ***********
Dainius Indilas I think you are one confused Guy and are not getting what everyone is trying to tell you. Paying for a wedding won't get you a visa, paying for a house won't get you a visa. Depends on your passport if you can come free or not, but soon immigration will say get a visa 😔
Mike ******
Would to buy property in your home country and put it in your girlfriend name???
Marcus **********
It appears your understanding of English and Thai is limited. Best for you to find a lawyer or agent that can communicate in your mother tongue for advice.
Mike ******
@Marcus *********
no......it is all about moneyMarcus **********
@Mike *****
Are you Doris Stopes?Mike ******
Love it...
Mike ******
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Michael ********
Just go on the Thai Embassey website in the country where you live, if you cant understand English have somebody with you who can understand English and can tell you the Thai Embassy rules.
Mike ******
This is going to end in tears
John *********
Oh dear, another classic case..foreigner to leave with no money in years. 🤦🏻♀️
Peter **********
if you are marrief to a thai, just ho for a marriage visa
Cris ******
Jeez. You have been getting answers but you refuse to believe them... "because you paid 300,000 for a wedding" or "building a house" none of that has to do with immigration or visas. Just Google marriage visa requirements.
Zoe ******
If you are going to be so defensive with people’s advice why bother post the question in the first place. Also ever heard of goggle translate? Learn proper English grammar or use a translation app.
Gustavo *********
Me love you ,, me love you 🤣
Frank **********
You are from the UK and your English is terrible. Hard to understand what you mumbling about.
Kevin *********
@Frank *********
what he's not telling us is that he's an Indian immigrant who migrated to the UK, prollyStephan ***********
@Frank *********
Well... his English was obviously good enough to get him a wife here... so... 🙄🤔😁P.S.: Looks like he's not a native speaker, he seems to be Lithuanian.
Frank **********
@Stephan **********
okay I will cut him some slack then. Profile said he was from the UK. Bad assumption on my part. Also don't even need to speak English to find a wife lolol.Reply to
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Giovanni **********
@Frank *********
I often wonder the same thing when I read posts from people located in the UK. It gives the impression that 85 % of the population can't sting a sentence together 🤔Frank **********
@Giovanni *********
I hope he does not become an English teacher.Giovanni **********
@Frank *********
Thailand needs english teachers 😀Stephan ***********
@Giovanni *********
Not really... they have Teacher Phensri already... 😁*******************************************
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David ***********
You need a visa
Frankie *******
No money no honey
Robert **********
You can find all the information on the Government website, or contact an agent.
Here you get confusing and conflicting views and interpretations.
Here you get confusing and conflicting views and interpretations.
Dainius *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Robert *********
Mister. I understand your answer. But just it's a lot different rules,and government can't not answering it normally.Reply to
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Robert *****
DONT DO IT. RENT A HOME. RENT A WOMAN.
Randy *******
@Robert ****
I agree if you put the money into a house, she will own the house and then when she kicks you out, you will have nothing. I’m with a Thai woman who has a beautiful beautiful house. It’s like living in a resort. She got it when she broke up with her last boyfriendseven years ago. He lost everything now I’m getting to enjoy it.Reply to
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Lynnette *******
If you just say what passport you are on and if you are planning live in Thailand with Thai wife OR just want to visit as a tourist you might get answers. Plus write in better English, because right now you're just asking random muddled questions, but not providing any information on what you want to do.
Ralph *******
You need a visa.
Kevin *******
Just transfer her all your money bro
Dainius *********
ORIGINAL POSTERBoys and girl,don't need angry here. Just I have different rules,and I ask where it's true?? And what I can trust,and what waiting for my.??
Pawel *******
@Dainius ********
they telling you tru and you still not get it😂Paul *******
@Dainius ********
the only difference that being married makes to the visa type is difference of 400,000 baht to be deposited into a Thai bank account.400,000 if married
800,000 if not
pretty simple really
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Maple *********
You not married yet , right ?
Then after you married it’s can change your visa little bit, first of all you come like tourist visa then you married, you have certificate of marriage you can apply for visa non-o marriage Thai wife’s that’s you need to put money in Thai bank account (your name in bank account) 400,000 bath. With this visa it’s valid on 1 year and renewed every year.
Money you invest on construction new house it’s will help you with visa just make you have residence in Thailand when you apply for visa Non-o
Then after you married it’s can change your visa little bit, first of all you come like tourist visa then you married, you have certificate of marriage you can apply for visa non-o marriage Thai wife’s that’s you need to put money in Thai bank account (your name in bank account) 400,000 bath. With this visa it’s valid on 1 year and renewed every year.
Money you invest on construction new house it’s will help you with visa just make you have residence in Thailand when you apply for visa Non-o
Dainius *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Maple ********
so if I understand good,or not good .400.000 bath it's for one year???? And every year need do this?? Or I understand wrong? ThanksReply to
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Lynnette *******
Maybe before marrying and paying to build a house you should have got advice on visas.
Dainius *********
ORIGINAL POSTERWait wait wait. It's good talk. Who can explain me why I need 400.000 bath to open account and pay for visa,if my wedding cost just 300.000??
Lynnette *******
@Dainius ********
the money isn't to pay for visa. You pay for the visa when you apply in your country of residence. Cost for that depends on what embassy you apply at. The 400k money is to show immigration when you apply for 12 month extension, because THAT is the rule for a 12 month extension of stay based on being married to a Thai. The extension costs 1,900 tbt.Chris ******
@Dainius ********
because you are crazy to payPaul **********
@Dainius ********
your wedding has nothing to do with it. It's 400k thb usually in a home bank account for 3 months prior to applying for a Non O visa. Once you have that visa and go to Thailand (within 30 days) you have around 4 weeks to then put it in a Thai bank for it to season for 8 weeks before then applying for a 12 month extension (not visa) of your original visa. You have to do that every 12 months. If you leave Thailand you need a re entry permit or you loose your extension rights. You get that at the airport just past security and get a stamp in your passport. Single re entry or multiple re entry options you have.Lee *************
@Paul *******
wedding are one at the Amphor cost is the fee, the celebration cost you that and it going to continue to cost you if you spent that much, sorryReply to
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Chris ******
Save ya money rent a place I'm sure she won't love you long time
Janis ********
@Chris *****
agreeReply to
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Paul **********
So if you are not going for tourism you will need a visa. What is your nationality and how long on each visit and how often will you travel?
Dainius *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Paul *******
I talking about rules if I married already with Thai girl. I check a lot different rules,who are you in Thai? When you married? When you alone and want married? When you just want some property in Thai. And lot lot other. It's lot difficult rules. Looks simple,but it's not.David ******
@Dainius ********
it's very simple, if you aren't a tourist, you always need a visa.Paul **********
@Dainius ********
then Lynnette has outlined what you need to do if married to a Thai national and not visiting for tourism.Dainius *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Paul *******
you really??? Two different thinks,if I married with Thai girl,and I come for tourism,or I come to my wife???Phil ******
@Dainius ********
Sounds like your entering Thailand without a Visa Atm (Visa Exempt) so if you visiting more than twice a year you need to apply for a visa on the Thai evisa website. Work through the questions and its so simple in the end. If your coming in without a visa and are questioned they may deny you entry. They are cracking down at the moment in major nternational airports such as Bangkok Phuket and Chiang Mai. So what's your marital status, your pasport and your age and length of duration here in Thailand? That's a start to be guided in applying for the right visa for you.Pawel *******
@Phil *****
never heard about it : if I visiting Thailand more then twice a year I have to apply for visaTodd *********
@Pawel ******
it appears Phil is just making silly stuff up.Phil ******
@Todd ********
no its being reported by frequent travellers coming in Visa Exempt. "Recent travelers to Thailand, particularly those utilizing visa exemptions, are experiencing increased scrutiny at international airports, including Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang. This heightened attention is a result of the Thai government's efforts to address the potential misuse of visa exemptions for purposes beyond tourism, such as working or residing in Thailand without the proper visa. Details:
Increased Scrutiny:
Immigration officers are reportedly conducting more thorough questioning about travel history, intentions, and financial means, especially for individuals making consecutive visa-exempt entries.
Focus on Visa Exemption Abuse:
The Thai government is actively monitoring frequent travelers who repeatedly enter on visa exemptions, as some may be engaging in activities that require a different type of visa, like working or residing in Thailand.
Consequences of Misuse:
Travelers found to be exploiting visa exemptions may be denied entry or face other penalties.
Examples of Increased Scrutiny:
Some reports suggest that individuals have been questioned about their employment status, accommodation arrangements, and financial capacity to support their stay.
Airport Specifics:
Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang airports are mentioned as locations where increased scrutiny is being observed.
General Trend:
This increased attention is part of a broader effort by the Thai government to ensure compliance with visa regulations and prevent the misuse of visa exemptions. "
Todd *********
@Phil *****
there is NO limit whatsoever on visa exempt entries. Let’s be clear about that. The absolute dogshit AI quote you posted here is irrelevant. 1- there is no such things as misuse of visa exemptions. There is the system that immigration built. 2. There are no ‘penalties’.
And what gets ‘reported’ has to be taken with a grain of salt. Thailand has 40 million annual tourists. 1000 people being denied is hardly a developing story. There are always people who make mistakes..
If you are using visa exemptions for legit tourism, you will have no issues at all
Brandon ************
@Pawel ******
It's not a rule. But a lot of people are being warned they are coming too much as a tourist and they will not be allowed back again without a long-term visa.Paul **********
@Dainius ********
be careful what you say to the immigration officer when you arrive. 60 day visa waiver is for tourism and not to see your wife technically.Reply to
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Lynnette *******
@Dainius ********
it's simple to advise if you say what passport you have.Reply to
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Lynnette *******
House has nothing to do with visa. Apply for non O based on marriage in home country. Enter Thailand. Open bank account. Deposit 400,000 tbt. Season money. Apply for 12 month extension of stay. Can get a re-entry permit to leave and come back during the 12 months. But need to be back to apply for another extension. But if you are building a house why are you leaving?
Dainius *********
ORIGINAL POSTERYou little not understanding question,and say your thing. To make account I don't need 400.000 . Because most of Thai peoples don't have this money.
Ling *****
@Dainius ********
listen to the advice, these people responding to you are correct.Lynnette *******
@Dainius ********
up to you. You didn't bother to say what passport you had. And so had to guess you were not Thai because you asked about visa because you are married to a thai. If not Thai you need 400,000 for marriage visa. Or can fly in on tourist visa. If Thai you don't need visa. Perhaps give some facts people can use to advise you.Abu ********
@Lynnette ******
, well explained but the man has an understanding problem. Thank you.Reply to
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Stephan ***********
@Dainius ********
You big not understanding answer... 😁Reply to
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