What are my options for entering Thailand as a Canadian to join my girlfriend without a marriage visa?

That is very sensible! Cheers.

@Thomas *******************

they are affixing Elite visas in embassies now, this is a change given the particular circumstances.

Good to know, thanks!

I'd still recommend trying to have a chat with the relevant Thai embassy.

@Thomas *******************

i came in with non O but stopped following group now back and the next group from Singapore came in. But people were just being allowed in then about 3 weeks ago who had applied outside.

I'm here and have it already. Curious but too lazy to join that group :)

@Thomas *******************

Check out farangs stranded abroad if you want to know how its done

Are we sure new applicants would be eligible? I mean you don't actually have the visa until you arrive.

I'd certainly try to chat with Elite as well as Thai embassy before paying.

That's what I thpught too Ian but a buddy of mine entered on a volunteer visa in phuket Airport and didn't do quarantine, I have no idea how that happened, but it did happen

Volunteer cannot enter Thailand right now. This may be an option for people who are already here to stay, but it won't get you in if you aren't here already.

@Tod ********

aka be rich enough that you don't need a job and hire lawyers to open you a company

@Shayne **************

. It's highly unlikely that Thailand will open without restriction before Christmas. The government was looking at a select scheme to let in a number of long term tourists into monitored resorts, but that's fallen on its face. In your situation, unless you have work permit or married to a Thai, or have a kid here, I'd say not until, at the earliest, April next year. There are still thousands of O and OA visa holders ahead of you, to say nothing of the elite visa holders about to muscle into the queue!

@Shayne **************

very slim

@Shayne **************

agree with what Daisy says. Elite visa is entirely legit, and it looks like they will be the next group allowed in. The process takes 6-10 weeks, so not too long.

@Shayne **************

no, it's not a scam, but it's expensive. From what I understand the process to apply for the elite visa and receive confirmation can be quite long. At the moment I dont think elite visa holders can enter Thailand either, but may be included in the next group allowed in, maybe.

@Shayne **************

dont give up, you will get there eventually. Covid has turned this world upside down, nothing is as it was. Try to stay positive. 😊