What is the best visa option for a foreigner married to a Thai citizen looking to move to Thailand?

Jan 12, 2021
4 years ago
Lee ********
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I have a Thai wife and child were looking to come to Thailand soon what is the best type of visa for me and where to apply
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For foreigners with a Thai spouse, the recommended visa is a Non-Immigrant O Visa based on marriage. It can be obtained at a local Thai embassy, which will provide a list of required documents. Initial approval is usually for three months, after which you can apply for a one-year extension. It's crucial to register your marriage in Thailand to obtain the necessary documentation (Kor 22) for the one-year visa. Additionally, if you have a child with a Thai birth certificate, you may qualify for a visa extension under certain conditions. Be advised to check specific immigration requirements in your area.
Joe ********
Isnt there a travel ban to you and best wishes for the t h ailand right now?
Chris *********************
@Sheen ********
you the waist of space so negative
Sheen ************
@Lance ********
another waste of space post from you. At least you are consistent
Joe ********
Lance *********
I’ll take this band any day though.
Steve *******
Non Imm O based on marriage. Apply online at your nearest RTE.
Colin **********
If your child has a Thai birth certificate and your named on it. You could get an visa extension based on supporting them. There is one benefit that is you only need to have 400KTHB on the date of the application, rather than 2 months before for a Thai wife, even so your still need marriage certificate etc. Also check with where be living some immigration offices have their own requirements
Venkat ************
Harry ******
You will be issued a visa with three months validity; then enter Thailand and apply for the one year formal visa

The key is to register your marriage at the local district office to get a document called “Kor 22”

If you do let have that you will not able to get the 1 year visa, good luck
Harry ******
Get the non immigrant O visa based on marriage at your local Thai embassy; they will let you know what documents to prepare
Kevin *******
Dependency visa.
David **********
Pretty hard to answer such a vague question
Richard **************
Also rob a bank.
Hans *******
Thai ambassy in tha country where you live
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