I moving to Thailand in February to be with my Thai wife. What is the best ( not elite )visa I can get and then extend to a marriage visa. Is there a way of doing it without parking money in a Thai bank? I will be able to show money transfers greater than 40,000 baht per month once I have moved there
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The best option for moving to Thailand to join a Thai spouse is to obtain a one-year multiple-entry Non-O visa from a Thai embassy or consulate, which allows 90-day stays with border runs. However, to obtain a marriage extension thereafter, individuals must meet financial proof requirements, either by showing 400K baht in a Thai bank account or a monthly income of at least 40K baht. For those who wish to avoid the financial proof, visas can be issued at certain consulates in Savannakhet, Laos, and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, without the need for such documentation. This option can provide an extended stay of up to 15 months with appropriate border runs.
NON-O RETIREMENT VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
- Go to the Retirement Visa Section for information on requirements, including age restrictions, financial requirements, and necessary documentation.
- For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
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