Answereda year ago
Will my boyfriend with a felony conviction be allowed entry into Thailand?
My boyfriend has just received his U.S. passport and will be flying to Bangkok, Thailand in September 2025,but he was convicted of felony which he served time for and is now off parole. My question is will he be allowed entry in to Thailand and are there any further documents he would need to make his entry here in Thailand go smoothly?
Once he has arrived Thailand we are hoping to get married and make his stay here long term.
I am a Thai citizen my boyfriend is ( US citizen)
Please advise any comments and information will be most helpful.
Thanks You
Once he has arrived Thailand we are hoping to get married and make his stay here long term.
I am a Thai citizen my boyfriend is ( US citizen)
Please advise any comments and information will be most helpful.
Thanks You
Answer summary
The discussion centers around the entry eligibility of a U.S. citizen with a past felony conviction into Thailand. Multiple responses suggest that Thailand does not typically conduct background checks for entry, indicating that past felonies in the U.S. may not be a barrier. There are informal comments supporting the opinion that entering Thailand should not pose any problem. However, opinions vary on the complexities of obtaining a marriage visa for a long-term stay following the marriage, with suggestions that it may be straightforward in terms of getting married, but could involve documentation hurdles for long-term residency.
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Bob **********
The OA visa requires a police report but doubt they would deny him
Kim *******
He should be fine. I wouldn't worry about it. Relax and enjoy your time together.
Dennis *********
Being on probation he's not allowed to travel anywhere,.especially out of the country. Probably wouldn't have any issues getting to Thailand but he would be in major trouble if he ever comes back.
Darren ******
@Dennis ********
The OP says he is off parole.He should be okHarrys ************
Many Americans are leaving America which is totally understandable. I hope it all works out for both of you
Sky ******
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Edwin ***********
Tony **********
Can 2 gays get married in Thailand..????...just asking.....
Tayaout *****************
@Tony *********
Since January yes.Tony **********
@Tayaout ****************
ok....
Glenn *****
Was he born an American?
Frankie *******
Just don't mention it.Only answer the questions they ask if not dont bother.
Sam **********
Thailand no problem. But depends on where he lands for the flight. Example Canada won't let him enter for life. Depends on his charge. Many countries will say no based on crime. Such as drugs or sexual offense
Raamesh ******
OPThanks so much everyone for taking the time to share your insights ,both the encouraging words and the honest feedback. I truly appreciate all the different perspectives and suggestions. It helps a lot to hear from people with real experience.
Ivan *********
@Raamesh *****
I think you are wise to pose the questions . I am married to a Thai lady and have been to Thailand many times - The more you understand a Country /Culture /Habits - We all learn a new thing every day . Good Luck -You will love Thailand and its People .😃
James ******
Loving all the judgmental comments on this post 👍
Josh *********
Say goodbye to your money if you have any…
John **********
As long as he's not planning to apply for a Non-OA visa before coming to Thailand he'll be ok
Us *****
Okay, so you are planning to marry a former convict that is not going to be able to make a living here in Thailand. I can imagine him being a bar manager on Soi 6 or Soi
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. He would fit right in.
Peter ******
you'll know soon as you do your dtac entry to thailand 3 days before departure but should be all good
Greg ***********
@Peter *****
TDAC, not dtac
Thaimer ******
@Greg **********
maybe he’s referring to SIM cardGreg ***********
@Thaimer *****
yes, the mobile phone provider DTAC will deliverPeter ******
@Gr**
yep ! you think l might have early onset of dyslexia thankfully not tourettes I'd be in big trouble lol
Jeff *********
He will be fine, Thailand doesn’t do background checks. 😊
Bradford ******
@Jeff ********
Unless they ever want to get married.Jeff *********
@Bradford *****
that doesn’t matter either, at least it didn’t for me. I’ve never heard of Thailand doing a background check.Bradford ******
@Jeff ********
In Thailand, background checks are primarily related to obtaining a Police Clearance Certificate, which is often required for visa applications, employment, and other official purposes. Very common.
Jesper *******
Not a problem to enter thailand ....but getting married and stay long term in thailand has a lot of obstacles to go though doing it yourself or use a agent depends on individuals
Max *************
@Jesper ******
Getting married in Thailand is a walk in the park. No one needs an agent for that.Jesper *******
@Max ************
getting married is easy but getting your docs for the married visa for long term stay might not be
Michael *******
@Max ************
leeds leeds leeds,, MOTMax *************
@Jesper ******
When you get married in Thailand with a Thai lady, you register the marriage at the district office in the province where she's staying. This is very simple and cheap. When it's time to apply for a 90 days Non-O visa based on marriage and later the 1 year extension based on marriage,it's just copies of the marriage license/certificate (one per application stamped and signed at the district office) needed. In total 2 copies. A total cost of maybe 100 baht. That's all you need at immigration regarding the marriage, one piece of paper per application.Does this seem complicated to you? Like I said, it's a walk in the park.
Adam *********
@Max ************
no background check eitherMax *************
@Adam ********
Correct
Phil ********
Mai bpen rai
Pete ********
How would the Thai immigration or government know anything about it?
It’s in America haha
It’s in America haha
Pete ********
Iv been to jail 10+ times in 3 countries ……. Never been delivered a visa anywhere even to America ….. I’m uk passport
Tayaout *****************
@Pete *******
Some Americans or Canadians might be confused because these two countries do share this information, but I'm not aware of any other country that does.
Markie ******
@Pete *******
yes they have convicted felon in the white houseBob **********
@Markie *****
and serval more waiting to be convicted
Chuck **********
@Markie *****
ahleHarrys ************
@Markie *****
oh that paedo
Markie ******
@Gerg *********
😆 still a rapist fraudster and now pedo. Facts 😆
David ********
@Harrys ***********
what a dickHarrys ************
@Gerg *********
he silences anyone who speaks out about him. He said he would be a dictator and all those stupid Americans voted him in. He is stupid, revolting, narcissistic and rude and disrespectful. I could go on..
Erhardt *********
Anthony ******
@Markie *****
Do you really love Trump that much that you can't stop thinking about him, can't stop associating him with everything,, you have a schoolgirl crush
Clive ***********
Stephanie ****************
@Markie *****
critical thinking 🤔 believing the lies to change laws to fit an agenda to prevent a man from running for office is not what I call critical thinking. Which by the way paying people to endorse you is also against the law.Markie ******
@Anthony *****
no some of us understand critical thinking johnny
Pete ********
Not a problem
Stuart *********
There are no background checks to enter Thailand unless you’re on a specific visa or an interpol database.
Past felonies in the US aren’t generally relevant for entry to Thailand.
Past felonies in the US aren’t generally relevant for entry to Thailand.
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