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What was the process of applying for a Non-O visa in Chiang Mai Immigration like?
Today I went to Chiang Mai Immigration at 9:00 am to submit my application for a Non-0 visa (married to a Thai). After about a 2 hour wait the document checker reviewed my packet of documents and gave me a new queue number. The new queue number came up very quickly and the next officer started reviewing my documents (original and copy of each). The only problem was I had to redraw the map to my house (twice) because I had used a prior revision of the form. Around 12:00 I paid 2000 Baht and got a blue paper stapled in my passport. I was told to return to immigration on 31 Jan 2024, so apparently my trip to immigration was a success. Thanks to the experts in this group for their advice!
UPDATE: Today (Jan 18) Immigration called to say they need copies of my daughter’s birth certificates which I had in the package and they told me to take out. Mai Bpen Rai.
UPDATE (Jan 31) - I got 3 months Non-O at Chiang Mai Immigration in about 40 minutes. They said in I can apply for a 1 year extension in 2 months.
UPDATE: Today (Jan 18) Immigration called to say they need copies of my daughter’s birth certificates which I had in the package and they told me to take out. Mai Bpen Rai.
UPDATE (Jan 31) - I got 3 months Non-O at Chiang Mai Immigration in about 40 minutes. They said in I can apply for a 1 year extension in 2 months.
Answer summary
The user describes their experience applying for a Non-O visa in Chiang Mai, detailing the initial submission process, document reviews, and payment. After waiting two hours, they received a blue paper stapled in their passport with instructions to return on January 31, 2024. They also noted an update where immigration requested further documentation (daughter's birth certificates). Ultimately, the user successfully obtained a 3-month Non-O visa during a follow-up visit.
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Matthew *******
This almost mirrors my experience. They were not ready for me when I came back on the return date, but it was processed the next day. About 2 hours to wait but they just suggested I go get a coffee and relax, which I did. This happened to many that week. I'm not exactly sure of the reason.
James ********
Thank You for your report.
Your application is now UNDER CONSIDERATION ... and you are to RETURN to Thai Immigration on January 31st to get your Passport stamped with the approved stamp.
Your application is now UNDER CONSIDERATION ... and you are to RETURN to Thai Immigration on January 31st to get your Passport stamped with the approved stamp.
Ladislav ********
why 2000, should be 1900 no ?
James ********
@Ladislav *******
an extension of stay is 1,900. A Visa is 2,000.
Bruce *********
OP@Ladislav *******
new Visa, not an extension.Ladislav ********
@Bruce ********
Got it :)Activity
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