What should I do if my O marriage visa expires while I'm abroad and I need to return to Thailand?

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Jul 7, 2022

3 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

I got a O marriage visa and work permit.

I normally do my one year extension in Thailand.

I got trapped in Sweden to waiting for my new passport so my O-visa will expire.

Does this mean I have to start from a 3 month O-marrige visa and after 90 days change it back to my 1year visa?

Thanks for help.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

If you are abroad and your O marriage visa expires, you will need to start over with a new single entry Non-O visa based on marriage. After re-entering Thailand, you can apply for an extension of stay; however, you will not be able to work until your application for the Non-O marriage visa is approved. It is advisable to check with the Royal Thai embassy or consulate for the best options based on your situation.

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Ellie *******

Get the first single entry Non-O visa during you are staying there at the Royal Thai embassy/consulate if possible. You can surely apply for Non-O based on marriage to a Thai inside Thailand once you enter on Visa-exempt or tourist visa, but you can not officially work (even with a valid workpermit) until your application is approved and you are stamped on Non-O marriage to a Thai (which takes 15 days at least if you apply in Thailand).

3 years ago

Patrik ********

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@Ellie ******

thank you for information.🙏

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Robert *******

Yes, if the Extension of Stay expires while you are abroad, you have to start from the beginning with a new Non Immigrant O visa based on marriage and later for a new Extension of Stay.

3 years ago

Patrik ********

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@Robert ******

Thank you very much.🙏

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