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What are the requirements for applying for a Thai marriage visa?
Hi. I want to apply for the Thai marriage visa. I’m already married to a Thai citizen and I’m getting all the paperwork, money in bank together etc.
Today I was told that I need to get the Thai marriage certificate translated into English, notarised by the British embassy and verified by the Thai Ministry of foreign affairs.
Is this correct? (Seems bizarre as I got married in Thailand and the marriage certificate is in Thai but wouldn’t surprise me.) thanks 🙏
Today I was told that I need to get the Thai marriage certificate translated into English, notarised by the British embassy and verified by the Thai Ministry of foreign affairs.
Is this correct? (Seems bizarre as I got married in Thailand and the marriage certificate is in Thai but wouldn’t surprise me.) thanks 🙏
Answer summary
The user is seeking information about the paperwork required for a Thai marriage visa after marrying a Thai citizen. Some commenters confirm that a translation and notarization of the marriage certificate may not always be necessary, depending on the embassy's requirements. Others suggest checking with the specific embassy and indicate that applying for the visa while in Thailand on a non-B work visa might be possible. Various experiences and tips regarding handling the marriage certificate and processes involved are shared.
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Ste *******
Yes full translation. Hire an agent they will do it all for you and run around for the stamps etc. Bout 6-8000 baht
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@Moon *****
Im not sure ask your my Thai wife sorted it. But please be aware they are all super bisy and need booking 2-3 months in advance at the mo.
Maxim ***********
If you are married, you already have the marriage certificate translated and certified into Thai, so you do not need to do it again. I'm married and on the marriage extension so I speak from experience.
Rob ******
OPThanks Maxim
Luis ***********
Are you applying for the visa while you are in Thailand or in your home country? If all paperwork if in Thai then why not apply when you are in Thailand? Go in on a 90 day visa and convert it.
Rob ******
OPThanks Chris, look like I’m going to have to do it at some point but was hoping it wasn’t needed for the visa switch over. Will go to the immigration office with my wife next week and see what they say.
Chris *********************
@Rob *****
it's easy mate Not expensive.
When you got them you got them.
I even got my daughter's birth certificates translated.
Rob ******
OPHi Luis, thanks for the response. I’m currently in Thailand on a non-B working but I will stop work soon and want to switch to the marriage visa.
Chris *********************
@Rob *****
if you want to take your wife to the uk even for a short holiday Have cert translated and registered at British embassy, up to you mate
Steve *******
Never had to do that with a Thai marriage certificate. Neither in or out of Thailand.
Chris *********************
@Steve ******
when was the last time you used hullSteve *******
@Chris ********************
Last time I used Hull was when they did multi entry Non Imm O. Also didnt need any translation for Non Imm O in PP or Savannakhet.Chris *********************
@Steve ******
we talking marriage visaChris *********************
@Steve ******
at least a year b4 covid thenChris *********************
@Steve ******
if he wants to take his wife to uk for a holiday or longer it's easy not expensive no hassle. Compared to if he didnt
Chris *********************
I did pal
Steve *******
@Chris ********************
Didnt need any translation for a Non Imm O evisa in November 2021 from RTE London either.Steve *******
@Chris ********************
Surely that would be for a UK visa? Never had to translate a Thai marriage cert for a Thai visa.Steve *******
@Chris ********************
Never had to translate my Thai marriage cert or my sons Thai birth cert when applying for Non Imm O at Hull.Chris *********************
@Steve ******
when hull consulate was open everything had to be translated and photo copiesRob ******
OPThanks for responding Steve.
Joey *************
It's up to the Thai Embassy you're applying at, but in most places if you're married under Thai law (and thus have a Thai marriage certificate) then there's no need to translate/legalize. But check with the Embassy you're applying with to be 100% sure
Rob ******
OPThanks
@Chris ******
from what I’ve seen and heard I don’t think I need it. I think the person that told me is confused between the marriage certificate and the affirmation of marriage that you have to get before you are married. Thanks again 👍Rob ******
OPHi
@Chris ******
I’m going to Ayutthaya immigration to hopefully change from a non-b to a non-o marriage visa. Do I need my Thai marriage certificate translated, notorized etc
Chris *******
@Rob *****
sorry but Phuket does not require a thai document translated.In fact they want Koror 2 original with one copy.
Rob ******
OPThanks Joey. I’ll give it a good read 👍
Rob ******
OPThis is true Chris, British embassy in Thailand as I am already here on a non-b visa but plan to convert to non-o
Chris *******
@Rob *****
sorry but I musta missed it, what office are you going too?Joey *************
Ah ok, thought you were talking about applying from outside Thailand.
In the case of changing visa type, this is the info from Immigration's website
In the case of changing visa type, this is the info from Immigration's website
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/6.FOR-PROVIDING-SUPPORT-TO-OR-BEING-A-DEPENDANT-OF-A-THAI-CITIZEN-SPOUSE-VISA-NON-O.pdfChris *********************
@Joey ************
crap informationChris *********************
@Joey ************
nothing to do with thai embassy, he is going to British embassy to get documents certifiedChris *********************
Yes mate I had to do that 11 years ago.
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