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Is the e-Visa Non-O for parents of Thai children only available as a single entry?

Mar 21, 2024
2 years ago
Alan *********
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Hi All,

I've just logged on to apply for a new e Visa Non O based on being a parent of a Thai child and I can only apply for a single entry.

Is this right? Or is it a glitch in the system?

I was using the UK e-visa.
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The user is seeking clarification on the e-Visa Non-O application process and its entry options, specifically whether it is limited to a single entry due to recent system changes. Community responses confirm that the current e-Visa system for Non-O visas only allows for single entry applications, and alternatives such as tourist visas for longer stays are discussed. Suggestions to contact the embassy for potential exceptions are also mentioned.
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James ********
I believe that the OP has the answers needed for his question.

Thanks all for your helpful replies.

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Robert *******
Two choices:

The METV get 60 days, extension of 30 days and travel abroad

OR

get the Single Entry Non Immigrant visa, get 90 days, apply for the 1 year Extension of Stay and when stamped in passport the Multiple Re-Entry Permit.
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Alan *********
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@Robert ******
my problem is getting the extension done, I can’t wait 2 months to apply + 30 days notice period. I travel outside Thailand for work
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@Alan ********
Not see the need to wait two months inside Thailand, just buy the re-entry permit and come back during for the remaining of the 90 days.

But I guess, you looked into that option already, alternative is the Thai Elite Visa.
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Alan *********
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Dear Sir/Madam,

Thank you for your email.

Only tourist visa multiple entries for 6 months that you can have or get Non-O 90 days and extend for a year visa in Thailand but you do need Thai Bank account and prove of fund
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Alan *********
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Reply from consulate even though in the email I sent them I have funds and can provide more and explaining how taking 3 months (2 months waiting then apply for extension then 30 day’s consideration is not possible for people who travel to work)

This is the best info I can get??

WTF!
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Maria *************
@Alan ********
you've been living in Thailand for 17 years? Why dont you get the 1-year extension of stay then for raising a thai child that you have custody of?
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Alan *********
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@Maria ************
on my last visa extension of my last visa, I had to travel and not wait for the 30 day consideration. No consideration was given. So I started again and now this. Get it!
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Simon **********
Have to get the single entry then apply for multi reentry now I think, I'm in the same boat. Also any one know the UK cash requirements, in 2022 it was only 10k in the bank.
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Alan *********
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I'm 45 but been living in Thailand since I was 28
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Geoff *******
I got a multi-entry non-O based on being over 50 from UK. No problem but maybe the rules have changed.
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Ellie *******
@Geoff ******
, no more multiple entry option for Non-O visa on the eVisa system since the system update late last year.
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Ellie *******
Unfortunately, Non-O visas are issued only as Single Entry on eVisa system.

You can ask London to see if they consider special cases.

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Alan *********
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Hi Ellie, I've emailed London, have you heard of them making exceptions??
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@Alan ********
I e mailed London few days ago asking same question they said multi entry non O not available and sent me details of metv and OA as only multi entry visa,s available
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Alan *********
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@Rod *******
I just got a similar response. So we have to use tourist visa’s now??
@Ellie ******
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