What are the requirements to switch from a visa exemption to a marriage visa in Thailand?

Thailand Marriage Visa Visa Requirements Visa Exemption Bank Deposit for Visa Family Extension NON-O Visa Immigration Policy Expats in Thailand

Jul 24, 2024

5 months ago

Tristan *********

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Hi everyone,

I was previously on a marriage visa and currently on a visa exempt entry that's been extended (30+30 days). I'm trying to get back on the marriage visa, but the 400k baht requirement has been a bit of an obstacle. From my understanding, the 400k baht needs to be in my account for a consecutive 60 days if I wish to apply for the visa at Bangkok.

I will have the 400k baht in my account shortly after my current extension stamp expires. This means I'm going to need a bridge for the next 3 months as I need about a week after my current expiration to have the money ready and then another 60 consecutive days of the money being in my account.

My original plan was to do a 60-day family extension, but that's no longer enough. My new plan is to do a short weekend trip to Kuala Lumpur with my wife at the end of the current extension and fly back in to receive 60+30 days (Dutch passport holder, I assume the new 60 day policy is also for fly-ins). 

I'm just here to double-check if all of that looks good2go.. and worst case scenario, if I run into time constraints, I could realistically slap an extra 60 days onto that 60+30 day through a Family Extension based on spouse, correct?

Thanks!!

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user is seeking guidance on transitioning from a visa-exempt entry to a Thailand marriage visa after facing difficulties with the 400,000 baht bank deposit requirement. They plan to have the necessary funds after their current visa extension and are considering a border trip to Malaysia to reset their visa status. Comments provide detailed explanations of the marriage visa qualifications, including the need for the deposit to be in the bank for 60 days before the visa application and clarify timing related to visa applications in Bangkok.

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Ian ********

To qualify for the Thailand Marriage Visa, you must:

* Be married to a Thai national. This can be proven through a Marriage Certificate and a Marriage Registration. In the case that you’ve married outside of Thailand, either you or your spouse must inform the Amphur (district office) and acquire the Kor Ror 22 family status registration form.

* Have a security deposit of 400,000 THB in a Thai bank account from an overseas source for at least 2 months before the visa application, or a monthly income of at least 40,000 THB with a letter proving that it’s been verified by the embassy.

Please be aware that the need for a copy of an Affirmation of Freedom to Marry may vary based on the immigration office and that it can be acquired from your country’s embassy in Thailand.

Also, if there is any difficulty in obtaining an income affidavit, you have the option to submit your monthly income through a 12-month bank statement from your Thai bank account.

It is crucial to emphasize that all the documents must be in English or Thai. If they are in another language, it is necessary to have them translated by an authorized translator and then legalized by the Embassy or consulate before submission.

5 months ago

Ellie *******

@Ian *******

, no requirement for the funds of 400K baht to be transfer internationally. And 2 months period in a Thai Bank account is only for 1-year extension, not for the initial in-country Non-O visa base on marriage. At least based on the police order.

5 months ago

Michael ********

@Ellie ******

Office depending. Some offices require the 400k to be seasoned for 2 months, for the NON O as well, ie Pattaya.

5 months ago

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Michael ********

Tristan *********

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Thank you 🙂 we got all the paperwork

5 months ago

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Tristan *********

Ellie *******

You seem to understand something mixed.

In Bangkok, the funds don't have to be seasoned for the initial Non-O visa but have to be for 2 months in your bank account when you apply for 1-year extension after the initial visa.

You need 15 days with your current stamp to apply for an initial visa in Bangkok.

Calculate your timing again. It's your decision whether you want to take a family extension or a border run.

5 months ago

Tristan *********

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@Ellie ******

Wait wow! I didn't know this. So I could essentially just do the 60 day Family Extension and apply for this initial Non-O visa about a month into it whilst I have the 400k baht in my bank account... then make sure not to let it drop below 400,000 and get the 1-year extension when the 2 months of the initial Non-O are up?

5 months ago

Ellie *******

@Tristan ********

, right. You can apply for an initial Non-O visa just next day when you put your money into your Thai bank account as long as you meet all other requirement. Make sure you keep your funds for 2 calendar months as of the day you apply for 1-year extension.

5 months ago

Bart **************

@Ellie ******

since when is this the case? Not so long ago the funds had to be seasoned.

5 months ago

Tod *********

@Bart *************

Bangkok has NEVER required seasoning on either the 400K baht for marriage or the 800K baht for retirement on the initial 90 day Non-O visa application.

In Bangkok (and at most offices) the seasoning comes into effect only for the year extension.

In fact, Jomtien is one of the only offices I know that requires the funds seasoned for the initial 90 day Non-O visa

5 months ago

Tristan *********

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Very interesting

5 months ago

Tristan *********

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@Ellie ******

Ha!! This made our night. I had no idea about the initial Non-O visa but I'm so glad that's a thing. We should be all good then, thanks so much.

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