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What is the best visa option for a 56-year-old UK expat with two Thai children after the loss of their mother?
Hello I'm looking to move over to Thailand what is the best visa for me I'm 56 yrs old and I also have 2x children both Thai age 6 and 12 the year old Thai mother as died.
What is my best option?
What is my best option?
Answer summary
The user is a 56-year-old British expat seeking to move to Thailand with his two Thai children, aged 6 and 12, after their mother's passing. Community members recommend applying for a Non-O visa, which can be obtained online through the Royal Thai Embassy in London. This visa supports one's ability to look after Thai children and can be extended on that basis. The user also has the option to later transition to a retirement visa due to age. The discussion highlights the importance of the Royal Thai Embassy's assistance and the potential for additional options regarding long-term residency and work in Thailand.
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Chris *********
OPThomas and the rest of you thanks god bless you all
Thomas *********
@Chris ********
If you have a degree, you can also get a Non-imm B visa and teach English. It is the easiest visa to get and the least amount of hassle to maintain. All you have to do is regularly lodge a 90-day report, which takes me 20 minutes, and renew the work permit and visa once a year. It is also enjoyable work and a good way to fit into Thailand and its culture.Chris *********
OP@Thomas ********
no degree I left a rubbish school with nothing but have set up a good business and have my own degree in life learning from people in bads and goods in life. But thank you anyway.
Thomas *********
@Chris ********
there are plenty of people using it without a degree too, they just get paid less
Tim *******
Nothing to add but welcome. Many options.
Thomas *********
It is impossible to understand what you have written
Chris *********
OP@Thomas ********
I from uk I have 2 x Thai girls one mother die.Thomas *********
@Chris ********
Ok. Their mother has died. Sorry. Good to see you are supporting them.Chris *********
OP@Thomas ********
oldest child mother died when she one. Then the family kidnapped her I went court to get her back. Long story but I love my girls and want retire in Hua Hin the uk is finished.Thomas *********
@Chris ********
read loud and clear to me. Good luck to you and your family. TomThomas *********
Good luck. I am trying to do the same. Not easy
Thomas *********
@Thomas ********
That is very kind, thanks Tom
Carlos *********
What's your nationality? And do you think that's best for the kids education? Retirement visa will work. Non O
Chris *********
OP@Carlos ********
Carlos Thailand may not be perfect but 33 in my daughter class 23 in the Thai private school. And the uk is falling apart
Chris *********
OP@Carlos ********
I'm uk both my girls ThaiAndy ********
I absolutely agree with the advice from
Practically to stay in Thailand long term you will need to apply for a Non Immigrant O visa. You have at least 2 options, maybe more after advice from the London Consulate:
1. Supporting your Thai child.
2. Being over 50
When it comes to extending your visa in Thailand. There is more paperwork required for supporting your Thai child but the financial requirements are less.
You may find you extend your visa using both methods. Initially maybe supporting a Thai child and then later on being over 50 (retirement) later.
@Thomas ********
.Practically to stay in Thailand long term you will need to apply for a Non Immigrant O visa. You have at least 2 options, maybe more after advice from the London Consulate:
1. Supporting your Thai child.
2. Being over 50
When it comes to extending your visa in Thailand. There is more paperwork required for supporting your Thai child but the financial requirements are less.
You may find you extend your visa using both methods. Initially maybe supporting a Thai child and then later on being over 50 (retirement) later.
Chris *********
OP@Andy *******
Thanks Andy I have income from the uk so maybe easier than leave 400k in Thai bankAndy ********
@Chris ********
one thing I have learnt about Thailand is there is always an option. Sometimes like this case 2 or more. 😊Thomas *********
Hi Chris I believe you are based in the UK. You can apply for a Non-O online via the online portal. But you also have unusual circumstances with the loss of their mother. The Royal Thai Embassy in London is fantastic and they will help you relocate to Thailand with paperwork.
Our daughter is now 6 and was born in the UK. So she had a UK certificate of birth and UK passport. I got in touch with the Royal Thai Embassy directly and they arranged for my daughter's Thai CoB and emergency passport so we could travel back to Thailand without visa issues for my daughter.
If you want the email of the lady I was in contact with please DM me.
Here's your visa link apply for a Non-O. When you arrive in Thailand extend the visa on the grounds of family support.
Our daughter is now 6 and was born in the UK. So she had a UK certificate of birth and UK passport. I got in touch with the Royal Thai Embassy directly and they arranged for my daughter's Thai CoB and emergency passport so we could travel back to Thailand without visa issues for my daughter.
If you want the email of the lady I was in contact with please DM me.
Here's your visa link apply for a Non-O. When you arrive in Thailand extend the visa on the grounds of family support.
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