What is the process and requirements for obtaining a NON-O visa based on marriage to a foreign spouse in Thailand?

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Dec 31, 2022

2 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

Hey - does anyone here have experience of being on non-o visa based on dependency of foreign spouse who legally works here?

Questions are based on is applying for the non-o smooth? Does it gets scrutinised by immigration officers upon entering the country? Would me and my husband have to travel together all the time? And lastly are extensions of stay based on this visa up to a year long or would we have to keep extending every 90 days?

Thanks :)

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The NON-O visa for those dependent on a foreign spouse who works in Thailand can typically be applied for at a Thai consulate outside the country. Once issued, it should not cause issues upon entry, as it is a valid visa. You do not need to travel with your spouse at all times. Extensions of stay are possible and will align with your spouse’s visa extension dates.

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Stuart *********

Generally you’ll need to apply at a consulate outside of Thailand for that visa type.

Once you have the visa then almost certainly no issue using it to enter. It’s a valid visa. You do not have to travel together all the time.

When you get the extension of stay the date will mirror that of your husband’s extension

2 years ago

Harriet ***********

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@Stuart ********

okay that’s great to know thank you so much! Do you know if both me and my husband would need to apply together at a consulate outside of Thailand? - he’s on a non b here so it would be his documents they’ll need. He also seems to think his company would help us navigate all of this but I wanted to check on this fantastic group first 🙂

2 years ago

Stuart *********

@Harriet **********

You don’t need to be at the consulate together to get your visa but you will need documentation from his employer. Check the website of the consulate you’d use to see the requirements.

2 years ago

Harriet ***********

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@Stuart ********

thanks so much - happy new year!

2 years ago

Stuart *********

@Harriet **********

Happy New Year to you.

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