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What are the requirements to change my tourist visa to a Non-O visa based on marriage in Thailand?

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August 20, 2023
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Josh **********
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Wondering what the requirements are to change my visa from tourist exempt to the non o based on marriage, want too get everything ready before I arrive . Thanks in advance
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The user is seeking information on the requirements to change their tourist exempt visa to a Non-O visa based on marriage before arriving in Thailand. Comments detail essential steps, such as filling out the TM87 form, requirements for a Thai bank account with 400,000 THB, and the necessity of having a Thai marriage certificate. Additionally, users emphasize the importance of having their wife accompany them during immigration visits and mention the time-sensitive nature of the process.
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Wayne *****************
Has anyone been having trouble with the Thai visa on line I feel out all the papers they asked for but when I went to pay with my card nothing happened I’m traveling next month need to get my Visa. Any help out their
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Josh **********
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Oh sorry , my payment was takenajd is now awaiting approval. Another two options could be to make a new application or call the thai consulate/ embassy you are applying for the visa from. Just a thought
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@Wayne ****************
 I just applied , click the application. Go to the bottom if you look in the right hand corner it will request you make payment . Hope you figured it out and sorry for the delayed response.
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@Josh *********
 Yes I did that also same thing happen. How much do we need to have in our bank account when they ask to show our bank account?
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Josh **********
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@Wayne ****************
 that is depending on the embassy you are applying at, each country is different from what I have been told.
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@Josh *********
 Yes right that is my problem every time I try to pay with my card it just says payment pending. And then can not get back in and nothing taking out my account. I can not figure it out.
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Andreas *********
find below the immigration website describing your plan. You case is number 6. Click on the text, open the pdf. It gives you all details on what to prepare for the application of the "change of visa type" from an exempt entry to the 90-days Non-Imm-O family visa. Keep in mind you are limited in time. You must deposit 400.000.- THB in your Thai bank account ASAP after you have arrived. You need a minimum 15 days left on your "admitted stay" stamp in order to be allowed to apply for the "Change". Visit immigration immediately and ask them for the handout of things you will need for the change. One thing is for sure: You must have a freshly printed Thai marriage certificate from the local Amphur. The visa will be given 15 days under consideration. After you have picked it up, you can apply for the "1-year extension of stay based on being married to a Thai wife" up from 30 days before the visa expires, and when the 400.000.- THB have sat in the account for 2 months. . . . . . . here's to ya: "6. Documents to be submitted for Change Visa – FOR PROVIDING SUPPORT TO OR BEING A DEPENDANT OF A THAI CITIZEN (SPOUSE VISA) (NON-O)" . . . . . . . .
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@Andreas ********
 you might add that everytime you go to immigration concerning your marriage extension, you always bring your wife with you.
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@Kool ******
 that's correct. Wife, her blue book and her ID card
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Steve *******
400k in a Thai bank account is the main requirement. Easier to get the non imm o in your home country before you arrive!
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Josh **********
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@Steve ******
 hi Steve, i just dropped you a quick messaged.
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@Steve ******
 I'm.working in another country but as I'm not a permanent resident will take 4 to 6 weeks to get the visa and I'm leaving here I'm 2 weeks.
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You'll need a Thai bank account with 400k in ASAP to get the initial Non-O then season the money for 2 months to get the 12 month extension (if required). Were you married in Thailand?
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 yes legally married in thailand, my concerns are if I enter on visa exempt, I think I will have put the money in a account when I arrive leave then re enter again as the 60 day period will prevent Me from staying , will they question me on my entery back in again on another visa exempt to then apply for the non o ( I have also got a ed stamped in from last year which I'm concerned about was a legal and legit school)
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@Josh *********
 you need a freshly printed Thai rose-bordered marriage certificate from the local Amphur. For BOTH the 60-day extension visit family. AND for the application to the "change of visa type" from exempt-visa to the initial 90-days Non-Imm-O family visa
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What office are you intending to use? Best to ask them for the handout of requirements. Generally you’ll need to fill out a TM87 as you have an exempt entry but you’ll need other copies and stuff depending on that office.
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 what is the TM87 please Stuart? Koh samui
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@Josh *********
 transferring from a visa exempt to a Non O visa form.
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@Steve *******
 it says no funds seasoning required in most , do you know if samui does ? As I won't be putting the funds in my account until the day I arrive as I lost my online banking.
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 You will have to ask at Samui immigration office what their specific requirements are
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