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Is Savannakhet in Laos the only place to obtain a 1-year multi-entry family visa without proof of finances?

Oct 18, 2023
a year ago
Mike *******
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Is savanahket in Laos the only place to get 1yr multi entry family visa without proof of finances ? I am sure I read on this site there was another embassy in a neighbouring country that also did this but cannot find it on the search function.
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The discussion focuses on obtaining a 1-year multi-entry family visa for Thailand at the Savannakhet consulate in Laos without the need for proof of finances. While Savannakhet is highlighted as a straightforward option with specific documentation requirements, some users mention that other locations, such as Ho Chi Minh City, may have changed their policies. Additionally, the possibility of obtaining a work permit on these visas seems confirmed by comments from the community.
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Jeff *******
Is it possible for a work permit on these visas? Have a young son and currently on non b
Graham ******
@Jeff ******
Yes, on the Non-O marriage Visa (or extension)
Steve *******
Steve *******
You cant get the 1 year "family visa" at Savannakhet without showing finances only the non imm O based on marriage.
Mike *******
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@Steve ******
sorry thats the one I was thinking of my terminology isn't great but non imm O based on marriage sounds the same as a family visa thank you for clarification
Steve *******
@Mike ******
The 'family visa' is generally for guardians/dependant relatives as opposed to marriage. It's the same visa(non imm O) but issued for different criteria and with different requirements
Garrett ***********
@Mike ******
Same sphere of visas, generally people refer to the "family visa" as the a Non-O based on Thai children though.
Stephen ************
Yep. Straight forward no hassle providing you have the following documentation

I did it just 2 weeks ago

Requirements No proof funds required

Completed Visa application from Savanakhet Consulate website

Passport with 2 photos

Original marriage certificate plus 1 copy

Cop of blue book signed by wife in blue ink

Copy of wifeโ€™s ID card signed in blue ink front and back

Copy of visa entry into Laos

5000 baht in cash

Done and dusted

Get there early ideally on a Tuesday or Wednesday other days are hectic

Good luck ๐Ÿ‘
Mike *******
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@Stephen ***********
thank you when you refer to Thai I'd front and back this I have on same page do I need them on seperate pages ?
Nigel *********
@Mike ******
same page.
Graham ******
I believe that is correct as HCMC used to do it but no longer do. It's a simple 2 day process at Savannakhet and a walk-in service (go midweek).
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