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What options are available for obtaining a visa in Thailand if my PACS union is not recognized?

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Nov 5, 2024

a year ago

Marion ********

ORIGINAL POSTER

My life companion had DTV Visa, we are living together since 18 years ... In France, we call our union "PACS" . We have a child together... And the administration told us that they need weeding certificate ... The "PACS" union is not recognize ... Other people in this situation ... ? What can I do ? 

Thanks a lot for your advice ...

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The original poster seeks advice on visa options in Thailand, as their PACS union is not recognized by Thai authorities. Several commenters advise that the individual will need to apply for a DTV visa independently, as partner visas based on civil unions are not accepted. Alternatives mentioned include getting married or applying for a guardian visa if their child holds an ED visa. There are also specific comments about the challenges faced by same-sex couples in the visa process.

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a year ago

Kevin ********

On your own unfortunately. But child will be ok as a dependent.

a year ago

마리오 ***

If your child is attending school here in Thailand and has an ED visa you can apply for a guardian visa. That’s how my partner is staying in country while I’m on a DTV.

More details on how it works in the PDF linked from this page:

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a year ago

John *******

It also sounds like your partner might be of the same-sex (according to your Oct. post, you said your wife). That might also be a problem as well, even if you got married in France. It won’t be until early next year that Thailand recognizes same-sex marriages

a year ago

Todd *********

You can get married. Or apply on your own. Civil unions are not recognized in Thailand

a year ago

Gabe ********

either get married or adopted

a year ago

James ********

I will answer again... My reply was deleted for some reason unknown.

Thailand does not recognize your relationship with your partner. You have to get a DTV Visa on your own merits.

a year ago

James ********

a year ago

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Max *****

Search in the group for a dutch woman. She asked it and there were many comments. Also similar situation

a year ago

John **********

You would need to apply for your own DTV, you can't be a dependent on your partners visa

a year ago

Marion ********