What options do I have if my tourist visa extension is about to expire while applying for a non-immigrant O marriage visa in Thailand?

Thailand Visa Non-Immigrant O Visa Marriage Visa Extension of Stay Immigration Advice Border Run

Aug 7, 2023

a year ago

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I am from the United States. I’m here on a tourist stamp. I have already gone to immigration office in Khon Kaen to get my 30 day extension. I am working on applying for a non immigration O marriage visa. My wife is a Thai national. We have been working on getting the paperwork ready and have our USA marriage certificate translated to Thai. My appointment in Bangkok to get it certificate at the Department of Consular Affairs next Tuesday the 15th. My extension stamp expires on September 7th. I’ve heard everything has to be done or filed 21 days before my stamp expires. It doesn’t look like I’m going to make it. Can I do a border run or any advice would be appreciated. The long holiday sure didn’t help.

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A US citizen currently in Thailand on a tourist visa is seeking advice as their extension expires soon while they are applying for a non-immigrant O marriage visa. They have mentioned they will have their marriage certificate translated and an appointment at the Department of Consular Affairs but are worried about the 21-day rule before expiration. Community members suggest applying for a 60-day family visit extension at the local immigration office as a potential solution, and there is some discussion about the required time remaining on the visa before applying.

Marty ********

do what Mr. James Miller says.

a year ago

John **********

Is Kohn Kaen 21 days or 15 days required left on the stamp? I thought it was 15.

a year ago

Michael ********

ORIGINAL POSTER

@John *********

I will check. Thank you for the information. I thought I had heard 21 before but not sure if it was for Khon Kaen.

a year ago

John **********

@Michael *******

for Chiang Mai definitely but not sure for where you are

a year ago

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John **********

Michael ********

ORIGINAL POSTER

Thank you I will try this.

a year ago

Alan *****

Also correct me if I’m wrong, that the 60 days will start when you apply for it so possibly wait towards the end of that current extension stamp.

a year ago

Graham ******

@Alan ****

correct

a year ago

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Graham ******

James ********

These are the common found requirements for the 60 day family visit extension

a year ago

Binny ********

James Miller Hi James - is this applicable to all nationalities?

a year ago

James *****

@Binny *******

only for thais. What about if we have retired parents?

a year ago

Graham ******

@James ****

totally different

a year ago

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Graham ******

James ********

@Binny *******

if you are Married to Thai or have a Thai child or Thai family in Thailand.

a year ago

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James ********

If you need more time, file an application for the 60 day family visit extension of stay at Thai Immigration office. 1900 Thai baht.

Visit your local Thai Immigration office and ask them for their requirements for the family visit extension of stay.

a year ago

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James ********

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Can my husband extend his Non-O visa or obtain a 30-day extension while we await our marriage certificate?

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