@John *********

thanks, I'm not really sure. I seem to recall someone saying that they were on their wife's house book, but I may not have understood this correctly. Hence my question, I just wanted to know if both alternatives are available, which would be the better one, thanks again.

@Tod ********

thank you Tod, appreciated

@Maribel **********

if I get anything constructive I'll definitely keep in touch

@David ********

just a quick question (nothing to do with that asked by the OP). Do you have any info on how you would proceed legally as a private English tutor, assuming you already have a visa which allows you to have a work permit? Would you just apply at the local Department of Labour? Thanks

@Greg **********

correct

I believe some immigration offices allow you to stay until the extension of stay expires. May give you some time to make plans and/or change the reason to being based on retirement. Best to check with your immigration office.

@Judy ******

Thank you

Yes you can. If you wish to stay in Thailand based on being married to a Thai national you must basically:

1 Have been married in Thailand, or have your overseas marriage registered in Thailand.

2 Have 0 baht in a Thai bank account in your name, or have an income of baht per month.

3 Apply for a 90 day non O Visa.

4 Apply for a 12 month extension of stay (indefinitely as long as you satisfy the requirements).

There's more to each of these steps, check at your local immigration office for details.

Good luck.

@Marianne *******

Thank you, would you say certified translation is sufficient initially, or is legalization also recommended?

@Tom *******

I would be working legally