What complications should I consider when switching from a Non-O extension based on employment to one based on marriage in Thailand?

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Apr 16, 2021

4 years ago

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Reverting from non-o extension based on employment (work permit expires 30 April) to non-o extension based on marriage on 30 April. Are there any complications i should know about? Thankyou.

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When switching from a Non-O extension based on employment to a Non-O extension based on marriage, it's generally straightforward as long as you remain married and meet the financial requirements. Ensure your financial documentation is in order to avoid complications.

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Benjamin ******

>Reverting from non-o extension based on employment

That's almost always a non-B visa.

As long as you are still married, and you have the money seasoned/ monthly income, there should be no problem getting another one year extension of stay based on marriage to a Thai national.

4 years ago

Tony ********

Just make sure you attend immigration to change everything the same day that your WP is cancelled. Go the next day and daily overstay at 500B per day will start.

4 years ago

Martyn ******

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@Tony *******

ko chai kab. Employer promises cancellation letter (PDF) will forwarded same day. So all should be smooth. Thank you.

4 years ago

Tod *********

@Martyn *****

AND don't believe ANY employer about you needing a Non-B to work. IF you're married to a thai you can legally work and hold a work permit without any issues at all on a marriage extension.

It's just that most employers WANT you on a non-B because that way they have control over your ability to hold the visa. If you're on a marriage extension and lose your job your extension isn't affected at all :O

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Martyn ******

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@Benjamin *****

yes sorry non-B extension (for work) to non-O extension (for marriage). Was previously on marriage visa (same woman / same address) but had to change when started working.

Given all that - if still no complications - thanks for your reply.

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