@Warren *****

hi there. May I ask where/how you completed your OA? The medical and criminal background portions of it? Also did you get foreign insurance? Would you mind providing a step by step how you got it done in the states? I will be doing this soon and there’s sooooo much conflicting information everywhere. Much appreciated!

@Bob ********

I appreciate the response. I did reach out to the embassy and they advised me to apply for a Non-OA visa and have my wife apply for a Non O visa (Visiting Non-Thai Family residing in Thailand) after my approval is done. Not sure how the renewal process works for her option for long term but gonna give it a shot.

@Don-Laura ******

I appreciate it. We hope everything goes smoothly. Some of the stuff they ask for seems vague or not explained all the way, like the criminal check…is that just proof of a background check? Who did you use for that? The medical certificate…is a note from my primary care doctor enough? Would you be able to list how you did everything to qualify for your Visa? Sorry for all the questions, just would appreciate a script to follow. Thanks!

@Don-Laura ******

Did you do your visa in Thailand or in your home country?

@Don-Laura ******

Ty!

@John *********

Thanks John.

@Bob ********

in my situation, what would you recommend for her if we wanted a long term stay (me with retirement visa). What would be good options for her?

@Tom *******

much appreciated! You’ve been very helpful! I may come back to this post again later with more questions if you don’t mind.

@Tom *******

Ty again.

And do you have a link for TLC?