What should I know about applying for a Stay Extension based on marriage in Thailand?

Jul 4, 2024
4 months ago
Steve *********
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Submitted my first Stay Extension request based on marriage today at CW. Went like clockwork. Appointment was booked for 2pm called to see IO at 2.03 pm finished at 2.27pm.Prepared a document submission checklist from information gleaned from this group ( thanks Tod and others). No additional copies required. IO commented that she was very impressed with our preparation. She checked some original documents. The only variation from this list was that she returned the second copy of the TM30 as only one copy was required. Note for people who have difficulty walking long distances wheelchairs are available at the security checkpoint near the door ( leave ID as security). UC until 15 July. IO said that my wife can bring my passport for stamping. I don’t need to attend. Note that I did bank letter, 6 months statement and book update at my local branch of Bangkok Bank in the morning and made copies at home. Note if going by Grab choose the Immigration Building B second floor option after you search for immigration in the app.
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TLDR : Answer Summary
A user successfully submitted their Stay Extension request based on marriage, sharing their experience and tips. They noted the efficiency of the process, mentioning a short wait time and positive feedback from the Immigration Officer (IO) regarding their document preparations. The user provided insights on the required documentation, such as a bank letter and bank statements. Additionally, they highlighted the availability of wheelchairs for those with mobility difficulties. The discussion also included queries about requirements for newer applicants regarding banking documentation and experiences related to the extension process.
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Pancho *********
Until now, 6 months transaction record wasn't required for this type of visa extension? Only a bank letter and a copy of the bank book pages. Is this a new requirement? I'm asking because I'm about to go through the process.
Steve *********
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@Pancho ********
Yesterday I gave them 2 copies of the 6 months transaction list and they asked to see the original to verify them so I am sure that it’s needed. I believe that it’s required so they can verify the 2 months seasoning of 400k. Your bank book might show rolled up ( summarized) transactions in case you don’t update it regularly so it doesn’t necessarily confirm that you meet the requirements whereas the transaction list shows every transaction. I did the letter, transaction print and passbook update in about 20 minutes at my bank for a total fee of 200 Baht so you might as well do all three at the same time. Don’t forget to pay in any amount of money to your account on the day you update your passbook so it has an entry ( and balance) on the day that you apply.
Pancho *********
@Steve ********
Thank you for the update!
John *********
Looking forward to doing the same! Just about to apply in the UK for type O visa and flights (one way) already booked with Etihad from Manchester 5th November….
Steve *********
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@John ********
Good luck with it. Preparation and organization of the documents is key to success I think. In my case the IO didn’t say anything to me she only spoke to my wife in Thai so I just listened in and it worked out fine.
John *********
@Steve ********
yrs thats what im prepping now…. We don’t have a house at moment as we knocked her parents house down last March. My wife still has the blue book. I guess we can rent and the owner where we normally stay said he can do all the necessary docs for us/immigration.
Andy *********
Steve - where was this - list and comments very useful thank you
Steve *********
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@Andy ********
Mentioned in the first line CW= Chaeng Wattana in Bangkok
Andy *********
@St***
, sorry - Bangkok want a lot more than that when we applied recently - walked away with Retirement Visa - now putting together lots of photos of us together in house outside house, out together etc.
Steve *********
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@Andy ********
What do you mean Bangkok wanted a lot more than that? Did you apply for extension based on retirement or marriage? I actually gave them 4 photos inside the condo just to make sure.
Colin *********
@Steve ********
I'd you don't mind me asking, have you been in Thailand for a decent amount of time, or at least had A Thai Bank Account for many months or even years? I'm wondering if you've entered the country just after you've had a Non-O Visa approved and only have 3 months before doing an extension application, how can you provide 6 months of bank transactions? Maybe
@Tod ********
might correct me if I'm misunderstanding something or lead me in the right direction. This is a situation I might be in, within the next year or so.
Tod *********
@Colin ********
you only need to show that the funds have been in the account for 2 months BEFORE you apply for the year extension so if it's a new account that's fine
Colin *********
@Tod ********
no worries, thanks
Steve *********
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Colin ********
I have been in Thailand since 2019 on a Thailand Elite visa ( and many years before on non B’s) which gives you the ability to open bank accounts easily so I opened an account in February transferred the funds in then popped out to Penang in May to get a non O visa then applied for the stay extension today with 41 days left on my current entry. I think the requirement is to demonstrate 400k seasoned for 2 months so if your account is less than 6 months old you just need a minimum of 2 months statement to demonstrate that you meet the requirement.
Colin *********
@Steve ********
thank you 🙏
Tod *********
Thank you so much for that detailed update, REALLY GLAD it worked out for you so well AND that they did indeed have wheelchairs for people at the entrance(s)

Congrats, your under consideration stamp should be 21 days (at least the last ones I've seen from C/W have been for 3 weeks)
Steve *********
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@Tod ********
Sorry I misread the stamp. It is UC until 25 July and there is a paper in my passport stating that my next 90 days report is due on 3rd October. It will be interesting to see if I can do it online.
Tod *********
@Steve ********
yep 21 days U/C stamp based on marriage to a thai at C/W is totally normal.
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