How can an American citizen on a tourist visa in Thailand prove his financial situation to apply for a Non-O (Marriage) visa?

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Jan 2, 2025

3 days ago

Jajar *********

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If the husband is an American citizen and we are registered as married in Thailand, he wish to change from a tourist  visa to a Non-O (Marriage) visa. If he wants to change it in Thailand, he needs to have 400,000 baht in his bank account in Thailand. However, foreigners who enter on a tourist visa cannot open a bank account. How can he prove his financial situation? I'm looking for information from people who have gone through this process."

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TLDR : Answer Summary

An American citizen wishing to convert from a tourist visa to a Non-O (Marriage) visa in Thailand must demonstrate he has 400,000 baht in his bank account. However, tourists typically cannot open a bank account without an agent's assistance, who usually charges around 4,000-5,000 baht. Some have successfully opened accounts with simple documentation, while others suggest having a bank statement from a US account as proof of financial status. It is recommended to verify the specific requirements at the local immigration office, including the needed days left on the entry stamp.

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Tom *******

If he / ye have a pension then you don't need to have money in a bank

2 days ago

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2 days ago

Peter ********

My thai wife got me an account opened at krungrisi, Just needed proof of address only cost me for an atm card, Can't remember if it was 200 or 400 baht