One of our neighbour's husband is a US citizen and wants to apply for an oa visa in America, but he says they are asking for a criminal record check. Is this a new thing or has he made a mistake? He wants to move to Thailand premently and his flight is in a month not enough time for him to get a criminal record check. What do people think he should do?
TLDR : Answer Summary
The conversation discusses the requirements for obtaining an OA visa for Thailand, specifically highlighting that a criminal record check has always been a requirement. Participants clarify that the husband of the neighbor, a US citizen, needs this check before applying, and discuss alternative options such as entering Thailand on a tourist visa and converting to a Non-O visa. Several comments detail the process for obtaining a criminal record check in the US and emphasize the importance of having the required financial resources to maintain the visa.
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