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Is a state or federal criminal record check preferable for a Thailand long stay visa application?

Criminal Record Check Visa Requirements NON-O Visa Immigration Long Stay Visa Thailand Embassy

Daniel *******

asked Jun 18, 2018

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Regarding the “criminal record” check that one would obtain in the U.S. for their long stay visa application, is one type more preferable than another (state vs. fed)?

Also, what exactly shows up on these records? Is it only felony convictions? And if misdemeanors are included, does the embassy have any sort of criteria? No info on official website other than “no criminal convictions”.

Answer summary

The discussion revolves around the necessity of a criminal record check for U.S. applicants seeking a long stay visa in Thailand, questioning whether a state or federal check is preferable. Contributors clarify that a comprehensive understanding of what appears on these records, including both felony and misdemeanor convictions, is crucial, although the embassy does not provide explicit criteria beyond the stipulation of "no criminal convictions." Additionally, an alternative approach for obtaining a visa without a criminal background check is mentioned.

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Tod *********

Or you could totally get around the criminal record check by just coming here and applying for a 90 day Non-O visa inside the country at the immigration office, then after that apply for the yearly extension of stay. Neither of those things require a police background check.

8 years ago

Al *******

As a WA State resident, I get my criminal check results through the WA State Patrol website and pay a bit extra to receive a notarized copy.

8 years ago

Daniel *******

@Al ******

That’s exactly what I was thinking, too. So it’s likely the embassy is going to accept either. That answers my first question...

8 years ago

Al *******

@Daniel ******

the state police use the same national data base as a previous poster mentioned. I suspect that there is not a way around that.

8 years ago

Daniel *******

I once applied for a marriage visa for my Filipina gf (she failed) and remember only needing a clearance from the MI State Police. At any rate, what about the Thai consulate? What are they looking for? Will a DUI conviction prevent you from being granted a visa? I’ve seen a few posts that seem to say if you apply while you’re already in Thailand on a stamp, they go easier on you.

8 years ago