Yesterday, I went to CW to obtain a non-Immigrant-O for me and my wife. We came in visa exempt.
Some feedback:
- We were in and out in 40 minutes. Went in at 09:20, got a ticket for counter C1, our ticket number was nr.5 (only the 5th application on that morning?), absolutely no queuing, straight to the IO;
- I tried for my wife to be “dependent” (no financial requirements for her), but that was denied immediately. Though, the IO added that “take care” would be possible when we come back in three months for the yearly extensions. The IO asked for a copy of the fully legalized marriage certificate (and asked to see the original) and added it to my wife’s application. Afterwards, before leaving, when I asked her to confirm that “take care” would be possible for the extensions, she seemed to backtrack, and told me to “ask and explain” when we’ll go for an extension. So, I’m not sure it will really happen…
- My wife had the 800.000 THB in her bank account, because I was told here already that an in country Non-O “dependent/family” would be impossible to get.
- The IO gave a thumbs up for the FET that proved the money came from abroad;
- Before, when we went to the bank at CW, to obtain the “letter from the bank” for my wife, I was confused when they asked if we wanted “letter or statement”. The letter was 100 THB and the price of the statement depends on the number of months (1, 3, 12,…). In the end I understood that the statement was in fact a list of the bank transactions of the account. For the in country non-O, you only need to have to 800.000 on the day of the application, so I went only for the letter (which is a declaration from the bank that you have XXX THB in your account);
- I’m from one of the affidavit countries, so for me, the +65.000 THB affidavit from the embassy was accepted. The IO did check the documents that supported the affidavit, and asked some questions;
- The IO stamped and signed a copy of the affidavit. She explained that, in 3 months, I can get my extension with this copy (and the supporting documents). So I don’t have to go back to the embassy for a new affidavit.
All in all, a smooth experience with a very friendly IO.
I will update this report when we go for our extensions.
TLDR : Answer Summary
The user shares their recent experience obtaining a Non-Immigrant O visa for themselves and their wife, highlighting the efficient service they received at the immigration office. They detail the financial requirements, including the need for a bank certificate and the amount needed in the bank account. They discuss challenges encountered with the dependent visa status and the documentation required, including a legalized marriage certificate and a feasible process for yearly extensions. Overall, the experience was positive, as they appreciated the help from the immigration officer and noted the importance of their financial documents.
