What should I prepare for my home visit by the immigration officer for a Non-O Marriage extension?

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Will get 1st visitation from Immigration officer at home for a Non-O Marriaged extension. I'm in the 1 month under consideration period. 
As far as I know they would like to see 2 witness here at home.
I guess they would like to go around and compare picture from application with real life. 
What else can I expect or what should I prepare?
Chonburi / Sriracha

Ask Thailand · Answer

The upcoming home visit from an immigration officer for a Non-O Marriage extension is mostly a formality. Prepare to have two witnesses present and ensure that your home is ready for inspection. Generally, the officer may take photos, verify your application against real-life conditions, and check passports. It's advisable to be aware of the local customs, such as offering a small gift to establish rapport, although this is not mandatory. Remember that experiences may vary depending on the immigration office, so checking with local expat groups for region-specific advice can be helpful.

Benjamin ****** · Answer

I’m closing comments:

1. The visit by immigration is free. They should not ask for money, if they do, politely decline.

2. Different immigration offices have different policies. What happens in one may not apply to another.

I think the op is best asking this question on a local Facebook group, they would know.

Kim ******** · Answer

When we had the visit (hat yai) we didnt have any 'gift' of some sort and they walked around took some photos , interview/talked with us and then that was that. Got the extension.

David ******** · Answer

We had a call the day before the visit. Three officers came, took photos, checked passports and had papers for our two witnesses and wife and me to sign. All in all it was at least an hour, if you don't speak Thai you're sort of a stuffed animal on the sofa.

My wife mentioned in advance a gift would serve us to establish a "relationship" with them.

Let experience be your guide.

My wife mentioned in advance a gift would serve us to establish a "relationship" with them.

Let experience be your guide.

David ********* · Answer

We got a half hour notice. Have a couple bottles of regency or something similar as a gift if all goes well.

Si ******** · Answer

It's also free. You might get asked for a contribution.🤗

Tod ********* · Answer

It's mostly a formality. Did they call and make an appointment to come for the home visit and tell you that you need two witnesses there when they show up?

What should I prepare for my home visit by the immigration officer for a Non-O Marriage extension?

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