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What was the experience like for getting a one-year marriage extension in Buengkan, Thailand?

one-year extension marriage visa Buengkan Thai immigration visa application process expat experiences

Mikkel *******

asked Oct 5, 2022

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Just a quick update from Buengkan. Went for my 6th one year extension based on marriage today. Had all my paperwork in order and nicely bundled (almost) in the correct order too.

I think I might have set some kind of record today. At least a personal best. It took no more than 25-30 minutes all in all, from I entered the building to when I left, with the under consideration stamp in my passport. Have spent maximum 10 minutes in ampur for the updated kor ror 2, and 20 minutes in the bank for letter + statement, plus a few minutes in a photoshop to print photos the other day, and 10 minutes at home copying everything..  Doesn't get much easier than that.

The young intern lady at the front desk that checked my papers, apparently thought a couple of the copies was not alright for some reason. But without saying a word about it, she just made a few new copies of the things she needed and then proceeded.

A quick tour de signature on the two piles of paper (one with original bank letter, statement, and kor ror 2, the other with just copies), a quick photo for their system, and presto.

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The author shares a positive experience of obtaining their sixth one-year extension based on marriage in Buengkan, Thailand. They completed the process in about 25-30 minutes with all paperwork organized. The front desk staff was helpful, making copies when necessary, and the overall procedure was efficient and straightforward. Other commenters express gratitude for the update and share their own experiences or upcoming plans regarding visa applications.

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Stephen *********

Good to know, I have to apply for my 1st next week

4 years ago

Mikkel *******

@Stephen ********

if in Buengkan, expect them to do a home visit the first and second year. At the home visit they will want to talk to a witness. It can be the village boss, a neighbor or similar. They will want copies of that persons ID card and house book too. They will take a few photos around the house, and have the witness sign some papers (declaring it's true that you are married etc.)

They will call in advance, and it's just a quick and friendly visit.

Following years they don't make the home visit. At least not if you are at the same address.

Other than that, if you have your papers in order, expect a very relaxed, stream lined service with no fuss.

4 years ago

Stephen *********

@Mikkel ******

good to know, thanks

4 years ago

Sandra *****************

Well you sure lucked out! Which office did you go to?

4 years ago

Dannie ***************

@Serge ********

States: Buengkan

4 years ago

J ******************

Preparation saves perspiration.

4 years ago

Tod *********

Thank you for that update.

It's good to see that if you plan your work and work your plan the process is not as painful as people make it out to be

Congrats

4 years ago