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What are the best ways for a retired U.S. citizen to stay in Thailand for 6 months before applying for a marriage visa?

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Hi all,

Looking to those with experience.

I’m retired, plan on getting married but want to stay in Thailand leading up to a marriage visa.

Can someone help me understand under the new visa laws the best way to stay 6 months ?

I’m a U.S. citizen 

Appreciate the assistance and guidance

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A retired U.S. citizen seeking to stay in Thailand for 6 months before applying for a marriage visa has a few options. One suggestion is to arrive without a visa, receive a 60-day visa-exempt stamp, and then apply for a 30-day extension, followed by a border run to reset the visa. Alternatively, enrolling in a Thai language class can provide an education visa, allowing for a more stable stay while also facilitating language acquisition.

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If you don't feel like so many trips to immigration and the border, signing up for a Thai language class and doing an education visa is good. I highly recommend learning the language anyway, and it's not that hard.

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Randy ************

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Roger ,

Thank you that’s a great idea

Can you take classes virtually ?

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It's possible, but not easy. There will be competition for a spot, and the government doesn't really like it. It's Thailand though, so I'm sure it can be done with some effort.

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Just arrive without a visa, get a 60 day visa exempt stamp and apply for 30 day extension. Then do a border bounce and get a new 60+30

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Brandon,

Thank you, that was my plan I’m just worried about refusal

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unless you've spent a lot of time in Thailand recently, you shouldn't have any issues entering again after only 90 days.

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