What are the options for inviting a friend for a long stay in Thailand?

Mar 1, 2018
7 years ago
have my friend in thailand sakon nakon how they can invite me for long stay there.
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To invite a friend for a long stay in Thailand, different visa options exist depending on your nationality and personal situation. Commonly suggested choices include a tourist visa for 60 days with a possible 30-day extension, enrolling in an approved educational institution for an ED visa, or applying for a non-immigrant visa such as a type-B (if employed with a work permit) or type-O (which can be based on marriage to a Thai national or retirement at age 50 with proof of funds). For younger individuals not meeting these criteria, the Thai Elite Visa is another option.
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Ian ***************
For visa advice, best to state your nationality. For many (50 countries) the main options are: tourist visa 60 days + 30 day extension then go to another consulate and repeat (until they say "no") or enroll in an approved school to get an ED visa, or for longer term get non-immigrant visa (type-B with work permit for approved job, or type-O based on marriage to Thai or retirement age 50+ with proof of sufficient funds).
Brendan *******
Just bring plenty of money
Muhammad ********************
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90 days visa
Muhammad ********************
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before i visit but tourist
Robert *******
If you're not over 50 years of age, not married with a Thai National the best option is to purchase the Thai Elite Visa..
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