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Is there a required duration of relationship before applying for a Non-O marriage visa in Thailand?

May 27, 2022
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Neten *********
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Hello All,

Apologies if it has been discussed earlier but how many months or years of relationship is considered admissible before applying for a Non-O mirrage visa.

thanks

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There is no specific duration of relationship required before applying for a Non-O marriage visa in Thailand. You can apply almost immediately after getting legally married to a Thai citizen, though most offices recommend having a honeymoon first and may take additional steps to verify the legitimacy of your marriage.
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Steve *******
You can apply for the non imm O visa based on marriage as soon as you're legally married to a Thai citizen
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Stuart *********
There is no requirement for a specific amount of time for a relationship. You could in theory apply the same day.

Probably best to have a honeymoon first though πŸ˜€

Most offices will require a 30 day under consideration period and may well visit you to check you are together and ask neighbours questions as to whether it’s a real marriage etc.
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Russell *******
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hi ,that explains why immigration asked if I have neighbors πŸ™
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Neten *********
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@Stuart ********
as always... thanks for a precise answer.

And Honeymoon has been served 😎
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