Is there a time limit for a Thai spouse's visit to England after marriage?

Mar 26, 2024
8 months ago
Is there a time limit after you marry a thai before they can visit England
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There is no specific time limit after marrying a Thai national for them to apply for a visa to visit England. Thai nationals generally need to secure a UK Visitor Visa to visit. While marriage can help in the visa application process, it doesn't guarantee approval; documentation proving ties to Thailand and the ability to return are crucial. Additionally, applying for a Spouse Visa may be a more straightforward option, with current income requirements for sponsors increasing from £18,600 to £29,000 in April 2024.
Nick *******
For a 6 month visa thanks
Nick *******
How much does a visa cost for a Thai national
Rikki ********
There is no time limit but it can take years
Nongnuch ********
she needs to pass a language test, I believe. After this, it really doesn't matter, she can follow you on step . . "family reunion". At least that's how the Schengen countries handle it. Sorry but maybe after Brexit, different rules might apply for U.K. weds
Graham ******
@Nongnuch *******
Nothing like that for a UK visitor Visa, my wife has one
Nongnuch ********
@Graham *****
yeah, "visitor". But she can't start living in the UK with you on this visa
Graham ******
@Nongnuch *******
but the OP is only looking for a visit not to stay
Peter ****************
Maybe wait a bit because I read Thailand and UK are busy to arrange Thai can come visa exempt. Keep track of the news. And yes, marriage does not matter. They want her to go back to Thailand so you have to find a lot of reasons / prove , why...
Ian *****
Don't need to be married at all
Roberto *********
Probably more difficult to get a tourism visa if you're married. They'll think you're trying to get her into the UK so she can stay there
Nigel *********
@Roberto ********
ironic isn't it. Who in their right minds would want to stay in that heroin infested cesspit of a country. Who do they think they are?
Lauren ******************
No. Thai people that are not married to Thai people can also visit UK
Shane ***********
My wife could help with visa , we did through a agency years ago WHAT A RIP OFF
Mally *******
My thai wife has been in England 12 years now and loves it,be prepared to spend a lot on visas and a lot of stress to go with it, need to learn English language for the tests,good luck
Gordon *********
Will soon be applying for visa for my thai wife and I to visit family in the UK as we are both in our late 60s and retired will we still have to provide documents about her finances and income
Ian *********
@Gordon ********
If you can pay for her then you will be her sponsor therefore she won’t need financials. If you are staying with family you might need an invitation letter to support where you will be residing whilst there.

It’s a good idea to take out an insurance policy in case she falls ill for the time you’ll be in the Uk.

You just need to satisfy them she won’t be a burden on the state and leave when you say you’ll leave.
Gordon *********
Us *****
I would never bring a Thai girl to visit America because it is very dangerous. People are rude and obnoxious. The same should be applied to England. That country is uninhabitable. Bad weather, food, expensive, and I had to watch Peaky Binders for a few hours just to get use to their English accent.
Ste *******
@Us ****
Peaky blinders is not English! Its Brummy! 😅
Sam *********
@Us ****
but you live in one of those countries?
Us *****
@Sam ********
I'm from LA and I've been to England about 10 times.
Darren ******
Married isn't a requirement.

But they do scrutinize " reason to return" for a Thai partner.

I did a visa for my gf ... 4 Thai girl I've taken to uk.

The emphasis was mainly on her , what does she hav to go home to , why does she want or need to return for.

URS is can U support her , so banking for U... kids , house , job , business to run etc for her.

My gf got a 6 month visa , hated the UK and we were home here after a week.

We paid an agent 30k as I couldn't be bothered with the docs.

30k visa , 50k flight x 2 and accom and car hire plus food , well over 300,000b for a week in the UK 😂 .

But worth it as she now never wants to go back , suits me.
Patricia **********
My son married his Thai girlfriend in Feb this year...jumping through hoops to get her visa to visit UK to meet his family

Provided everything they asked for..fingers crossed she will hear soon.
Bernie ********
@Patricia *********
good luck I done it 7 year ago it’s a long process with a lot of paperwork etc I got a visa agent to do mine and everything went smoothly 👍
Patricia **********
@Bernie *******
they are paying someone...but still no further on
Bernie ********
@Patricia *********
yes it’s a long process
Tet *****
What is the new rule for UK spouse visa?

This means that someone whose fiancé(e), partner or spouse applies for a visa before 11 April 2024 will only need to demonstrate a minimum income of £18,600 per year.
Ste *******
@Tet ****
Its now £36,000 per year
Brian ********
@Tet ****
British people who want to sponsor a foreign spouse or partner for a visa must normally earn £18,600 a year. This minimum income requirement is increasing to £29,000 in April 2024 and further rises are planned
Tet *****
@Brian *******
From April 11, 2024, the income requirement for first-time Spouse Visa applicants will rise to £29,000, with anticipated increases to £34,500 and £38,700 in the future. I brought my ex to London on a spouse visa 20 years ago; it was as cheap as ****, and she is still there.
Mark **********
Did you follow the uk gov guidelines or marrying a Thai national? Affirmation of marriage documents etc? You should do homework first. A little late now.
Rob **********
No there is no time limit before you can apply, but be aware being married doesn’t guarantee it will be easy for her to be granted the visa.
Tet *****
Applying for a visitor visa to the UK is a complicated process for Thai people, as it requires a lot of documentation, including bank statements. Applying for a spouse visa is a more straightforward option and for sure, he or she will get it. There is no time limit.
Tet *****
He or she will need a UK visa to visit England. The UK Spouse Visa is the best option after marrying.
Henry *********
No. And there's no requirement to be married for a UK Visitor visa.
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