Unanswered6 years ago
What options do I have to enter Thailand to marry my fiancé during the border closures?
Hi..I’m Indonesian.. I want to visit Thailand ..
Because my fiancé live in Koh Samui (He is Italian but living in Thailand).
Actually we will get married on April and then Thailand closed borders.
I asked Thai embassy for the visa.. but they said it can’t. Only work permits & Marriage certificates can enter Thailand.
Does anyone have advice for me or can help me? Thank u 🙏
Because my fiancé live in Koh Samui (He is Italian but living in Thailand).
Actually we will get married on April and then Thailand closed borders.
I asked Thai embassy for the visa.. but they said it can’t. Only work permits & Marriage certificates can enter Thailand.
Does anyone have advice for me or can help me? Thank u 🙏
Summary so far
An Indonesian woman seeks advice on entering Thailand to marry her Italian fiancé living in Koh Samui amid ongoing border closures due to COVID-19. She learned from the Thai embassy that only work permits and marriage certificates allow entry, while community members discuss their similar situations and share various suggestions, including exploring the Special Tourist Visa (STV) and caution regarding the Thai elite visa, indicating uncertainty in current immigration policies.
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Suchira *************
Be patient, my friend. I'll let you know when there's any news. from me, Teya Suchira
Tammy ********
OP@Suchira ************
.. ahh thank u so much Teya.. u r so kind .. I’m so desperate now.. hope Thailand will open borders soon 🙏🙏
Howarth *********
Not seen my wife since January ! I’m doing the right to reside visa and taking her out of Thailand and bringing her to our house in the Uk ! We’ll rent our Thai home out ! They don’t want outsiders in Thailand so I’ll take her out of it !
Kool *******
Not understanding this as you've been able to get a type O visa based on marriage to enter Thailand since the beginning of July. That was in the first groups let back in. You still have to get covid-19 insurance, and do 14 days of quarantine, but you have been able to return to Thailand since early July.
Howarth *********
@Kool ******
it’s the cost ! I have to get a Covid test here then I have to be tested again in Thailand, Then I have to quarantine at my own expense in a government hotel, everywhere someone has their hand out for money. My wife can travel to Uk and Quarantine in our home here ! We can rent our home out in Thailand! Tammy ********
OP@Howarth ********
.. oh sorry to hear that.. it’s so hard.. ur wife is Thai but u can’t enter Thailand ? Gosh so crazy.. can u bring her to UK? Howarth *********
@Tammy *******
that’s the plan! She passed her A1 English exam and now is waiting medical screening results before our Visa application can progress ! Howarth *********
@Tammy *******
the Thai Government don’t care about outsiders ! The boss is looking to the Middle East and China and is shunning the West. He hasn’t got a clue about running a country but enjoys the power he has !Tammy ********
OP@Howarth ********
.. i hope u can bring ur wife to UK soon.. it’s crazy.. many couples desperate because this situation .. Thai goverment didn’t think about it 😞Jason ****************
tell your govt to control covid first??
Sua ********
You wouldn't be interested in someone else taking his place for the ceremony would you? 😁💖
On a serious note, I'm in a similar situation with mine...
Just hang in there... Or consider finding way to bring him to Indonesia...
On a serious note, I'm in a similar situation with mine...
Just hang in there... Or consider finding way to bring him to Indonesia...
Nelma *******
@Sua *******
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
Luky ******
Sayangq,,,,,sabarrr,,,jnggn ke Thailand,,,,5 bulan lagi kira2😎
Naseer *****************
The Thai Embassy will have information on the opening
Ralph ***********
Not very soon! Not even the government knows when to open. Sometime in the next few years it could be. That depends on whether an effective vaccine is available.
Naseer *****************
@Ralph ******
The timing of this feature should be knownNaseer *****************
@Ralph ******
thanksRalph ***********
@Naseer **************
You mean the timing for the vaccine? There are two major corona viruses besides the current SARS-CoV-2. That was SARS-CoV in 2002 and MERS-CoV in 2012, and for these there is still no vaccine available. So it might still be a long way to go for a vaccine for the current virus. It's a bit pessimistic but time will tell. I do hope it comes sooner.
Rassaya *******
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94-foreign-property-owners-now-allowed-to-return-to-thailand/?utm_source=LINE&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=newsDoes anyone know about this information ? I need advice 😢
Allan *****
You might want to check the Thailand embassy again. I went to the Thai embassy in Hong Kong on Oct 6, the staff said we can apply STV and handed out a piece of paper with all the requirements and required document. I did ask if I needed to be a group and the staff said no. Once STV is issued we can take the repatriation flight or commercial flight (non-chartered flight) to go to Thailand. Since I am not applying for STV I didn’t ask further. But if you can get STV you can meet your fiancé. Embassy staffs also said that besides Thai airway which has very limited flight we can take Cathay Pacific CX653 which is available 4-5 times a week. The similar arrangement could be available in your country.
Sua ********
Good luck in getting medical insurance that specifically insure COVID-19 issues... None of the major insurance companies I contacted do not currently offer it yet. Has anyone gotten one that specifically covers COVID expense?
Michael ********
@Allan ****
indonesia is not on list of low risk countriesAllan *****
I suggest
@Tammy *******
to give it a shot and contact your Thai embassy to find out more infoTammy ********
OP@Allan ****
.. thank u Allan.. I’ll try to contact Thai embassy in Jakarta Allan *****
In the 9 items, it does not need criminal records proof
Allan *****
I am from Hong Kong and yes you are right that applicant should have no criminal records in Thailand and, I assume, place of origin. Please send the "Documents required for Special Tourist Visa class STV" handed over to me by embassy. It can give you a better idea. Apology for bad quality of photo.
เอ็ดเวิร์ด *******
@Allan ****
What country are you a resident of? Because I heard you had to be a resident of the country you were getting the visa at. Also I thought you had to get a criminal background check done of your resident country. If I’m wrong I am very happyAllan *****
@Edward *******
I am fully aware the STV has been put on hold till after Phuket Vegetarian festival. However I will not be surprised that some still can get the visa as my knowing about Thailand is that nothing is for sure. I could be wrong. In contrast of your disappointed situation, we don’t need anything in Hong Kong. Just pop up in the embassy, get a number, your questions will be answered.เอ็ดเวิร์ด *******
@Allan ****
Yeah, I’ve heard from others that the Embassy in Hong Kong is pretty responsive. Even got an elite visa member into Thailand.เอ็ดเวิร์ด *******
@Allan ****
from what I understand you have to be in your home country to use the STV and it Has to be a low risk country.Allan *****
@Edward *******
You could be right but here it seems embassy gives out STV info paper to both local and foreigners. The foreigners might have already obtained Hong Kong ID card. For the low risk country list I keep trying to get the list. Seems it is not available for public so far. Therefore it does not hurt to check out with embassy.เอ็ดเวิร์ด *******
@Jason ***************
I can't keep track from 1 day to the next what program has been put on hold.Jason ****************
@Edward *******
STVs are coming! both from China!!! Thais are sooo worried!! เอ็ดเวิร์ด *******
@Jason ***************
Sorry, I think I lost the thread to what you’re referring toJason ****************
@Edward *******
it is scheduled for oct 20 and 26 DEAR!!!didnt you hear???เอ็ดเวิร์ด *******
@Allan ****
yeah, I was directed to the embassy site in Switzerland and it specifically said only people of Swiss nationality could apply for the S TV. But didn’t you hear also that the S TV program was put on hold? Unfortunately, here in Korea the embassy does not answer the phone, does not receive messages, I did not answer email. But yet requires an appointment.
Oakley ******
Heed God's message
This marriage is not for you
This marriage is not for you
Tammy ********
OP@Oakley *****
..no.. I always think positive.. he still mine .. and it will be happy ending .. I just need to be patient 🌷❤️Jason ****************
could be true indeed! maybe he has another girl in his arms now
Tammy ********
OP@Jason ***************
no.. I always think positive.. he still mine .. and it will be happy ending .. I just need to be patient 🌷❤️Tammy ********
OP@Jason ***************
.. hahahaa I know him 😘 .. that’s the risk of long distance relationship 🤷♀️ Cheating can be happen everyone..everywhere.. and cheating can happen although we live together 💁♀️ so depends on us 😎
Jason ****************
@Tammy *******
yes. he always enjoys happy ending at Thai massages!Oakley ******
@Jason ***************
only God knows for sure เอ็ดเวิร์ด *******
Although I advise against it, you could explore the option of purchasing the Thai elite visa. There is a Facebook group for that if you Google it
Tammy ********
OP@Edward *******
.. ah okay I’ll try to find the group for Thai elite visa.. thank uเอ็ดเวิร์ด *******
@Tammy *******
I would suggest that you be very very cautious before you purchase it. At least for the time being, the situation is very unclear as to the benefits of having an elite visa in terms of getting into ThailandTammy ********
OP@Edward *******
I see.. I need to think clear about it.. I’ll try to find a lot information about how to enter Thailand 
Sharn *************
I know exactly how you feel Tammy .
Im in australia and i haven’t seen my fiancé for 279 days and 10 hours and 44 minutes and 52 seconds .
She owns her own house and land so one day i hope to live with her in Thailand but this virus has put people like us in a heart breaking situation and also put others in worst situations where they dont even have food .
Strong love can conquer this but lets hope a vaccine comes out very soon so that people can work and earn money to survive .
Im in australia and i haven’t seen my fiancé for 279 days and 10 hours and 44 minutes and 52 seconds .
She owns her own house and land so one day i hope to live with her in Thailand but this virus has put people like us in a heart breaking situation and also put others in worst situations where they dont even have food .
Strong love can conquer this but lets hope a vaccine comes out very soon so that people can work and earn money to survive .
DrRobbie *********
@Sharn ************
vaccine didn’t help the flu globally with 400-600,000 deaths a year and won’t help Covid-19 either เอ็ดเวิร์ด *******
@Sharn ************
Unfortunately, because the bar is set very low for the effectiveness of the vaccine, only greater than 50%, it is doubtful that it will make a difference in Thailand immigration policies. I wish it was otherwise.Sharn *************
@Edward *******
Yes i do think that alsoSo i changed my
plan and now intend to try and bring her to australia when thats finally possible.
It will be easier than me going to thailand.
Bobby ********
@Sharn ************
this is a lot of talk but no answer to the questionTammy ********
OP@Sharn ************
.. thank u Sharon.. we r in the same situation.. I know it’s so hard for us.. but u r right.. we must thankful we still life and healthy.. we just to be patient .. I hope this crazy situation will over soon.. I can’t wait we back to normal life.. and I hope we can meet our lover and familly soon 🙏🙏
Dominic ************
@Sharn ************
don’t worry bud I’m sure your wife will be very happy with her husband somchai in Thailand while “waiting for you” 😂
Canice ******
Dominic Washington don’t be such an ass
Sharn *************
@Dominic ***********
My lady is a 48 year old farm lady and only has me.Im not into child brides or bar girls
Dominic ************
@Sharn ************
not thousands it’s millions of lady’s looking for a rich foreigner so they can have an easy life, feel for you, good luck if she asks you to bring her brother to Australia too make sure you take him or she won’t come 😂Sharn *************
@Dominic ***********
She absolutely loves fishing and so do i.And we both dont drink or smoke.
There are thousands of older ladies in thailand but it just seems that its the young ones who most men like better.
Dominic ************
@Sharn ************
your funny you must be your devilish good looks that got her Sharn *************
@Dominic ***********
She couldn’t speak english at allShe has learnt broken english from google translate and lessons from me
Dominic ************
@Sharn ************
she must be one in a million if she is from isaan and can speak English without working in a bar where did you guys meet? 
Tom ********
I am in same situation, and am a home owner as well, keep waiting but it will probably be next year sometime.
Tammy ********
OP@Tom *******
.. omg it would be so long.. I hope they will open soon.. but u r right.. probably next year.. I’m so desperate.. why they always postponed opening the borders😞😞Tom ********
@Tammy *******
its depressing Tammy ********
OP@Tom *******
.. very 😥😥
Rukshan ********
Im also in a same reason and i also wana go there for it but the boder is closed and thinking too much of it i hoow we can go there soon 😞
Tammy ********
OP@Rukshan *******
.. sorry to hear that.. we r same.. this situation is so crazy.. we just hope they will open borders soon ☹️Rukshan ********
@Tammy *******
yha i also try to go since february now almost more than 6 month i dont knw what to do i hope they will open this 25th Jason ****************
@Vincent *******
NO farang/ Chinese please, say Thais!! even they give me a second look after knowing i am not from Thai!!!!เอ็ดเวิร์ด *******
@Vincent *******
unfortunately, he is right regarding the attitude of thai local people to foreigners coming in. They did a badly run poll they showed like 95% did not want farang coming in but on the other hand 93% wanted an improvement in the economy. So they’re pretty schizo. Like the expression, They want to have their cake and eat it too.
Vincent ********
@Tammy *******
I am living here and really I don’t think that the Thai government will open the borders because we have no Covid here since a long time and 90% of the Thai people don’t want farang before Covid19 will be eradicated Tammy ********
OP@Vincent *******
.. OMG are u sure 😫😭Vincent ********
@Tammy *******
not before next year and maybe not before April Rukshan ********
@Tammy *******
yha...itz hard to be patient 😞😞 Tammy ********
OP@Rukshan *******
yup.. it's so hard.. same i'm ready for quarantine.. but how can we go there when they still close borders .. ☹️ we just need to be patient..Rukshan ********
@Tammy *******
yha i also hope like same cant wait till go there and im ready for quarantine or anything 😞😞the situation is hard Tammy ********
OP@Rukshan *******
.. Thailand always postponed the borders .. many people desperate.. we r all waiting for the borders open soon.. hope they will not postpone again the opening at 25th
Sunshine *********
Meet in Turkey. Thats what we did
Imre ************
@Sharlyn *************
it is no problem for Thai girl to fly to turkey and back to Thailand? No need visa ?
Tania ********
@Sharlyn *************
interesting as I am looking for a solution for my hubby and I to meet but I have SLE and have a low immune system. He’s in Saudi and I’m in Thailand. Sunshine *********
@Tania *****
if I can advise, you better stay in Thailand. Turkey is perfect place to meet but they have higher cases of COVID compared there.Tania ********
@Sharlyn *************
thanks for letting me know, that’s what I thought. 😢Tammy ********
OP@Sharlyn *************
thank u for the advice.. yup Turkey already open for tourist .. i'll try to think about it 😊Sunshine *********
@Tammy *******
yes. The from here in turkey I applied for residence permit. It was just 400TL . You can stay legally while waiting for process. Might take half a year. Tammy ********
OP@Sharlyn *************
..ah i see.. so it's more easy to enter Turkey.. i'll try to discuss with my fiance .. thank u for the information Activity
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