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What should I include in a hand-drawn map for my Thai Non-O visa Marriage extension application?

Thai Visa Non-O Visa Marriage Extension Immigration Procedures Document Requirements Hand-drawn Map Expats in Thailand

Jun 9, 2021

5 years ago

Chris **********

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Hi. Yesterday I went to Thai Immigration to get the information I needed to get a Marriage extension for my Non O Visa. I had printed out a Google Map of where I live but was told they wouldnt accept it. I was handed a form to draw my own map but couldnt get guidance on how to draw it. What size area it should cover, landmarks such as local businesses or Govt buildings and Road numbers etc. 

Can anyone give me advice please?

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The user is seeking guidance on creating a hand-drawn map for their Marriage extension application related to a Non-O Visa, as the Thai Immigration office does not accept printed Google Maps. Community members offer advice on what details to include in the map, such as major roads, local landmarks, and notable businesses. They emphasize simplicity and practicality, suggesting to showcase areas familiar to the user to demonstrate knowledge of their residence.

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Tod *********

A map like this works FINE (and has every year they've asked for a hand drawn map). Follow the KISS adage (Keep It Super Simple) 😛

5 years ago

Benjamin ******

Just like that… commenting is closed. Thank you.

5 years ago

Krzysztof *********

Which immigration office refused to accept Google Maps printout? In Bangkok (Immigration Division 1) I gave them printout 5 years in row and never was a problem. Sorry, one time the street name wasn't visible, so they requested to write it manually :)

5 years ago

John **********

I draw a pretty basic one. It shows where I live, the nearby school, the road towards immigration from the village and I stick arrows indicating names of nearby villages of any consequence at main junctions. It doesn't have to be a work of art

5 years ago

Wayne **********

Not everyone can draw....print the G Map, then place on window. Cover with blank paper and copy the main roads and name. Include nearby transport stations, supermarkets, 7.11's or wats.

5 years ago

Benjamin ******

@Wayne *********

that’ll be way too much work. What they are looking for is proof that a person knows where they are living. They do NOT need directions on how to get to the house.

5 years ago

Wayne **********

@Benjamin *****

We all know that but he clearly has no skills at drawing a map. So I offered him a solution.

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Wayne **********

Benjamin ******

A map should be enough detailed to show immigration officers that you know where you live. I don’t know where you live, but include:

The major roads/ intersections

Landmarks that are commonly known in your area

The name of the Main Street/ highway you are close to

Any rivers or bridges that are close

Any well known BTS/ MRT/ Train Stations you are close to

- the nearest

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where you live and where it’s at

Don’t overthink it. I know Tod Daniels has his nap to his house posted on the group. I can’t find it right now.

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