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Do Thai consular officers in the U.S. overlook alcohol-related misdemeanors for Non-O visas?

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Do the consular officers at Thai embassies in the U.S. tend to overlook simple alcohol related misdemeanors (e.g DUI, Public Intox) for Non-O 90-day (retirement) with complete documentation and more than sufficient financial standing/funds?

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The consensus among commenters is that Thai embassies in the U.S. generally do not conduct background checks for Non-O visas, which means that minor alcohol-related misdemeanors, such as DUIs or public intoxication, are typically overlooked when applicants meet other requirements like financial stability and proper documentation.

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Jay *******

Jay *******

Non O does not have a background check

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Dca *****

Dca *****

Non–O based on over 50 years old E–Visa does NOT require and does NOT ask for any criminal background history report and does NOT have any health insurance requirements

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Andy *******

Andy *******

Yes, they overlook misdemeanors

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Frank **********

Frank **********

Sounds like you're going to make a great addition to the expat population. Lolol

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Robin *******

Robin *******

@Frank *********

mate he’s going to fit in very well

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Brandon ************

Brandon ************

There's nothing to overlook. The non-O visa does not require a background check.

Only the non-OA visa requires a criminal records check.

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Andy *******

Andy *******

@Brandon ***********

some USA embassies require it. L.A. did back in the day, 2021

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Brandon ************

Brandon ************

Everything is standardized with e-visa now.

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