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How long before my NON-O spouse visa expires should I apply for an extension and what documents do I need?

NON-O visa spouse visa visa extension immigration procedures Thailand visa regulations document requirements for visa

Ori *********

asked Sep 19, 2024

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I got my non-O visa for 3 months (spouse visa).

how long before it expires should I go back to immigration for an extension?

Should I bring the same documents as the first time and bring my wife along with me?

Answer summary

If you have received a 3-month non-O visa for a spouse, it is generally recommended to apply for an extension 30 to 45 days before your visa expires, depending on the immigration office requirements. You should bring the same documents as your initial application, ensuring that your bank documents are updated, and have your wife accompany you during the process.

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Steven ***************

Depends where in Thailand you are

2 years ago

Ori *********

@Steven **************

I’m in Bangkok

2 years ago

Ori *********

Oh sorry, I didn’t catch that (English is not my native language).

Thank you!

2 years ago

Nongnuch ********

@Ori ********

in Bangkok you can apply for the 1-year extension from up to 45 days before expiry of the 90-days stay permit from the visa. Beware: if you use the deposit method as financial proof, the bank letter must prove that a minimum of 400.000.- THB has been sitting in a bank account in your sole name, for a minimum of 2 months, on the day of application

2 years ago

Steven ***************

@Ori ********

. It's UP TO 45 days before. Eg 45 days to one day before. You can do it any time during that period

2 years ago

Ori *********

@Nongnuch *******

I have to do it 45 days before? Nobody in immigration mentioned that, I’m only have 2 weeks before expiry.

I already did all of that once, showing the documents and presenting the 400,000 thb and got an initial 3 months visa.

2 years ago

Piotr *******

I do it a few days before

2 years ago

Ori *********

@Piotr ******

I hope you’re right 🙏🏽

2 years ago

Stuart *********

Bring everything you brought last time and make sure bank letter and bank statements/book are updated. Your wife needs to accompany you.

2 years ago

Stuart *********

Depends on the office you are going to use. Some allow 45 days prior some only 30.

2 years ago

Ori *********

@Stuart ********

Thank you for the answer, they never told me that when I was there (Immigration in Bangkok) I assumed it’s only an extension so it shouldn’t be that long before. If you’re correct I’m in a pickle here.

2 years ago

Stuart *********

@Ori ********

You asked how long before. I answered. You can go on the day it’s due to expire, but not recommended.

2 years ago