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Which Thai visa should I apply for before moving to Thailand if I plan to switch to a marriage visa?

Thai Visa Marriage Visa Non-O Visa Visa Application Process Expat Advice Thailand Immigration

Apr 10, 2024

2 years ago

Jim ********

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Good morning. I am after advice on which visa I should be applying for before going to Thailand. The story is: I will be leaving to go and live in Thailand towards the end of July. Once I am in Thailand I will switch to a marriage visa. I have had a look through all of the visa products that are offered by the Thai consulate in Canberra but it is unclear which one I should choose. I emailed the consulate and they told me to read the Web pages. Not very helpful really. Can I apply for an Evisa and if so which one. I live in Australia and would appreciate any help. Thank you in advance.

Thanks to the guys who answered fairly. I have now turned off commenting. I appreciate your replies

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The recommendation for the user is to apply for a Non-O visa based on marriage before arriving in Thailand, which directly corresponds to their intention of switching to a marriage visa. Several comments from the community confirm this advice, highlighting that the Non-O visa allows for indefinite extensions as long as immigration requirements are met. The user seeks clarity on the application process, having found the information from the consulate unhelpful.

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Bart **************

Why not apply for non-O based on marriage if you say that's what you are after?

2 years ago

Jim ********

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@Bart *************

because the process is easier to accomplish in Thailand and yes that is what I say I am after

2 years ago

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Jim ********

Steve *******

Apply for the Non Imm O based on marriage before you arrive in Thailand. You can then apply for extentions of stay indefinitely provided you meet Immigration requirements

2 years ago

Jim ********

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@Steve ******

thank you Steve I will look at this as a solution

2 years ago

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Jim ********

Guy ******

You married there?

2 years ago

Vinny **************

Also you can get 1 way ticket if you already have visa for entry

2 years ago

Jim ********

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@Vinny *************

good point and one I hadn't considered. Thank you for the advice

2 years ago

John **********

@Vinny *************

So in the section where they ask for a date of departure , the non O is for 90. I'm assuming the departure date must be before the 90 days have expired? Or does it not matter what date?

2 years ago

Vinny **************

@John *********

in that section i just put 90 days and was accepted

John **********

Thank you so much.

Vinny **************

happy to help