If applying as your dependent (saves having to deposit in her separate account) in Thailand, make sure to get your marriage certificate sorted....

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To obtain a Thai dependent visa as the spouse of a retiree, you'll need to provide a valid passport, a copy of the retiree's passport and visa, a copy of the retiree's work permit (if applicable), proof of relationship (marriage certificate), and potentially other documents depending on the specific requirements of the immigration office. The marriage certificate needs to be legalized by your embassy in Thailand before submission.

Detailed Requirements:

Valid Passport: The dependent's passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the intended stay.

Photographs: Recent passport-sized photos are required.

Retiree's Documents:

A copy of the retiree's passport (including visa pages and departure card).

A copy of the retiree's valid visa and work permit (if applicable).

Copies of the company documents (if applicable, likely relevant if the retiree has a work permit).

Proof of Relationship:

A legalized marriage certificate (legalized by your embassy in Thailand).

Other Potential Documents:

Depending on the specific immigration office, you may need to provide proof of financial support for the dependent (e.g., bank statements, a sponsorship letter).

You may need to show evidence of your current location in Thailand (e.g., utility bills, rental agreement).

You may also need to show proof of health insurance coverage (with specific coverage amounts, likely over 50,000 USD).

Important Considerations:

Legalization:

The marriage certificate needs to be legalized by your embassy in Thailand.

Work Permit:

If the retiree has a work permit, you'll need to provide copies of the employer's business paperwork as well.

Renewal:

The initial dependent visa is often valid for 90 days, and it can be extended for a longer period, such as a year.

Same-Sex Marriage:

It's important to note that same-sex marriages are now recognized under Thai law (I think, please check if applicable)

Good luck.

If you can live here as a dependent, it will save you having to deposit funds (800k THB) in your own account. Make sure to have your marriage certificate legalized and translated to Thai etc. Check with the Thai Embassy in your home country as to what you will need to do.

Www.numbeo.com....

Please check... my understanding is that - If you have your marriage certificate, get it certified by the Thai Embassy in your home country. Once that is certified by the Ministry of Foreign affairs in Thailand, only one of you will need to have the 800,000 baht in a Thai bank.

@Grant *******

here is a very similar site... may be using the same data set.

As a retired couple, that should be enough for decent housing and eating out at a good restaurant at least once a week.

(Obviously depends on your lifestyle. Medical bills can be expensive).

Check out numbeo & expatistan.

@Γιώργος ***********

, Do it when you are back in Thailand. You will need a medical certificate (any hospital) & residence certificate etc.

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@Autumn **********

, they can take the photos needed as well. Or you can go to the third floor of Central Festival (Head towards Central department store, on the left just before DTAC office there is a photo studio《??-i》- can't remember what comes before the -i 😁)

Yes you can. I was there today. Opposite the Post office, just before you enter immigration on second floor of Central Festival.

5 baht per copy for B&W, 10 baht for colour copy.

@Eileen **********

#(5) in thai is (ha).