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What documents do I need to apply for a one-year spousal visa in Thailand after entering on a Non-O visa?

Dave *********
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Hi, I am just starting the process of applying for a one year spousal visa and aiming to make the move to Thailand in march of next year. We are applying from the Uk and as I understand it I will need to apply for a Non O 90 day visa first which will give me 90 days when in Thailand to open up a bank account and also to find accommodation for the initial 90 days, hope I am right on this. We plan to make the spousal visa application in Thai for the one year extension and wonder what documents we should need on the one year application?
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To apply for a one-year spousal visa after entering Thailand on a Non-O visa, you'll first apply for a Single Entry Non-O visa based on marriage. Once in Thailand, you'll need to open a bank account and deposit 400,000 THB for at least two months. Required documents for the one-year spousal visa application include: your passport, entry stamp, TM 6 form, TM 7 application form, TM 30 notification, your Thai spouse's ID and housebook, marriage certificate, Kor Ror 2 form, photos, and a processing fee. Be prepared for possible additional requirements from local immigration offices, such as maps and home visit confirmations.
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Chris *******
@Benjamin *****
just outlined it perfectly

The only thing I’ll add

Is photos of you and spouse

Are wanted along with you and her standing in front of the address of the baan or home you reside

Other then that his outlined comments are right on spot
Richard *******
Richard *******
My old process was to obtain a Non-immigrant O multiple entry visa from a Thai Consulate here in the US. No need to show money in Thailand. The visa was only good for 90 days as stated, but with a multiple entry, I would just drive up to the Laotian border and enter Lao. I would them loop back into Thailand for another 90 day stamp. Hopefully the land borders open soon so that I can try to continue this process.
Tod *********
Tod *********
@Richard ******
I wouldn't hold my breath on that being a workable plan any time soon

If you're looking to long stay here I'd find a way to meet the requirements to get an in country year long extension.
Richard *******
Richard *******
I will not be going back to Thailand until next year, so I hope the borders will be open by then.
Benjamin ******
Benjamin ******
@Richard ******
I don't expect it'll work because I don't expect the borders to be open. Right now none of the borders are open for bouncing.
Richard *******
Richard *******
Tod Daniels, can you tell me why this will not work?
Dave *********
Dave *********
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Thanks Ben
Dave *********
Dave *********
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Can I ask what the TM6 is about please?
Benjamin ******
Benjamin ******
@Dave ********
The TM.6 is the departure card that'll be stapled in your passport when you arrive in Thailand. It'll look like this
Chris *******
Chris *******
@Dave ********
Staple it inside your passport

Do not lose that piece

No biggie just a huge hassle to fix
Benjamin ******
Benjamin ******
@Dave ********
Nope, just fill out most of it when you arrive (name, date of birth, passport number...), and make a copy of it with the other documents.
Dave *********
Dave *********
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@Benjamin *****
No need to do anything with it?
Dave *********
Dave *********
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@Chris ******
thanks Chris
Dave *********
Dave *********
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We will probably apply in Hua hin but think each immigration office can have the odd curve ball thrown at you
Chris *******
Chris *******
@Dave ********
Yes sir as Ben explained
Chris *******
Chris *******
@Dave ********
I had to go home specifically to get it

As during my

Under consideration time they told me to bring that photo back specifically

I applied in Bangkok

I’m USA
Benjamin ******
Benjamin ******
(I'm going to assume you're applying for a Single Entry Non-O Visa based on Marriage to a Thai National, and you want to use the banked money method. I'll also assume you're legally married to your wife, and not in a common-law marriage. I'm also going to delete any comments that say "at my immigration office, we...", since we don't know what immigration office is being used ).

You got your wires slightly crossed on the process for getting a one year extension of stay based on marriage to a Thai national.

1. You'll apply for a single entry Non-O visa Based on Marriage to a Thai national, using the process outlined on the Thai Consulate in London's website. I recommend applying for a visa about a month before you leave; the visa is only good for three months. On entry, you'll be stamped in for 90 days.

2. Once you're inside Thailand, you will open a bank account IN YOUR NAME ONLY, and transfer 400K THB to the account. The money must be seasoned for TWO months.

3. You'll go to the local immigration office and ask for the handout for a one year extension of stay based on marriage to a Thai national. Different immigration offices have different requirements. Expect the following from most immigration offices:

1. Your passport and a copy of:

a. The data “picture” page.

b. The most recent visa (if applicable).

c. The most recent entry stamp or extension of stay (if applicable).

d. The departure card (“TM 6”) that should be stapled in the passport.

2. The extension of stay application form (“TM 7”).

3. A copy of the submitted Notification of Residence of Foreigners form ("TM 30”).

4. The Thai spouse physically next to the applicant, and;

- Their Thai ID card and a front and back copy of the ID card

- Their housebook, and a copy of the first page.

5. For male foreigners married to a Thai female only:

- 400,000 THB in a Thai bank account, seasoned for 2 months

6. Marriage certificate (either the rose border certificate, OR a translated and certified copy from the applicant’s home country issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs), and a front and back copy of the marriage certificate.

7. An updated Kor Ror 2 showing the marriage is current, acquired from the local amphur office for 20 THB.

8. 2x passport sized (4cm by 6cm) photos.

9. 1,900 THB processing fee.

Different immigration offices have different requirements, and may include:

- A hand drawn map to the house.

- Pictures of the husband and wife in various locations in the house (front of the house/ condo, in all rooms, etc).

- Rental contract (if renting property or a condo).

There is an under consideration period for this extension of stay. This may include an at-home visit by the immigration office to confirm the husband and wife are living together, interviews with neighbors, and if using the banked money method, to confirm the money is still in the bank account. The immigration office will give a list of the documents required to bring when the under consideration stamp is closed out.
Lachlan *********
Lachlan *********
@Benjamin *****
do you know if any of the banks will let me open an account without a work permit? I'm trying to setup a bank to put the 400k THB.
Lachlan *********
Lachlan *********
Thanks, will do.
Ricky *******
Ricky *******
@Lachy ********
bangkok bank, once they know you have funds to deposit they'll look after you
Benjamin ******
Benjamin ******
@Lachy ********
Legally, to open a bank account you need your passport, a minimum opening deposit, potentially an opening fee, and proof of residency either from the immigration office or from your country's embassy.

You'll have to contact each bank branch until you find one that's willing to open the bank account. ASK on a local Facebook group for specific banks; they would know which bank is easiest.
Dave *********
Dave *********
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@Benjamin *****
would bringing cash over then exchanging it into Thai baht and depositing it in to a Thai bank account be ok or would I need to show a paper trail for immigration?
Benjamin ******
Benjamin ******
@Dave ********
You can bring the money over in cash if you want; there's no requirement for the money to have to be sent overseas.
Dave *********
Dave *********
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@Benjamin *****
ah thank you for you kind help
Dave *********
Dave *********
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@Benjamin *****
yes you are correct Ben and thank you for the information list as I have been looking for this type of list which will be invaluable to us when applying Thank you

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