Does Thailand immigration recognize common-law relationships for a dependant visa?

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Apr 4, 2021

4 years ago

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Hi! For a dependant visa, do immigration recognise common-law relationships? Or marriage only?

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In Thailand, only legally married couples are recognized for dependant visas; common-law relationships are not accepted.

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Legally married only.

Common law not recognized in Thailand

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Thanks :)

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