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Is it easier to apply for a Thailand visa extension based on marriage or having a child with a Thai citizen?
Is it preferable/easier to apply for an extension of stay based on marriage or thai child? Any difference in the requirements?
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The preference for applying for a visa extension based on marriage or having a Thai child depends on the individual's circumstances. If you are married to the Thai mother, you must apply for the extension based on marriage. Alternatively, if you are not married but have custody of the Thai child, you may apply as a parent of a half-Thai child. The requirements differ slightly; for example, when applying based on a Thai child, the process can be simpler in terms of financial requirements, but the visa is only valid until the child turns 18.
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Colin **********
If you married with Thai child and your on thier birthday certificate and living together you can apply, I switched from marriage to support of a Thai child, the only advantage is in my office you only have to have your 400kthb in the account before you apply, the only downside is it only last until there 18 not sure but like that. The paperwork is just adding the birth certificate. Thier ID.
Brandon ************
You do not get to decide. If you are married to the mother, you must apply for the extension based on marriage.
If you are not married to the mother and you have custody of the child and are the primary caregiver, you might qualify to apply for an extension as parent of a half-Thai child.
If you are not married to the mother and you have custody of the child and are the primary caregiver, you might qualify to apply for an extension as parent of a half-Thai child.
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