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This guide outlines the process of applying for a Non-Immigrant O Visa (based on marriage to a Thai citizen – Thai wife) within Thailand. It is based on practical experience and is intended for informational purposes only. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always consult directly with the Thai immigration office.
Table of Contents
Application Timeline
To change a Non-O visa to a Non-Immigrant O (Marriage) visa, the application must be submitted within 45 days before the current visa expires.
Required Documents
Two sets of the following documents must be prepared:
Personal & Immigration Forms
- TM7: Application for Extension of Temporary Stay in the Kingdom form with 4×6 cm photograph (2 sets)
- Acknowledgement of Penalties for a Visa Overstay (available at immigration checkpoint) (2 sets)
- Acknowledgement of terms and conditions for permit of temporary stay in the Kingdom of Thailand(STM. 2) (available at immigration checkpoint) (2 sets)
- Copy of the passport’s photo page (2 copies)
- Copy of the current Non-O visa (2 copies)
- TM30: Notification of Residence (2 copies)
- 90 Days report appointment (2 copies)
Financial Evidence
- Proof of at least 400,000 THB in a Thai bank account. (Using Bangkok Bank is recommended for convenience.)
- Bank Certificate (หนังสือรับรองยอดเงินฝากธนาคาร) issued by a Thai bank (2 sets)
Note: Bangkok Bank in Robinson Chiang Mai is familiar with the required format. They know which form you need. - Updated the Thai bank book on the same day of application, with a small deposit made that day (e.g., 50 THB) to ensure the bank book shows the correct date
- Copy of all updated pages of the bank book (2 copies)
- Bank statement showing full transaction history (1 original, 1 copy)
Proof of Relationship
- Color photographs of the applicant and Thai spouse together at:
- Front of house (including house number)
- Bedroom (with closet open)
- Living room
- Kitchen
- Back of house
Note: Selfies are not accepted. Use a third person to take the photos. Print in color (2 photos per A4 page), or develop and attach to A4 paper. (2 sets)
Marriage Documentation
- Thai marriage certificate (Khor Ror 3 – คร.3) (2 copies)
- Marriage registration (Khor Ror 2 – คร.2) (2 original copies for the first year, after that use 2 copies)
Khor Ror 2 – คร.2
The Khor Ror 2 (Marriage Registration) can be obtained from the district office in your city—the same location where Thai marriages are registered. It is recommended to request three original copies of the Khor Ror 2. When applying for the marriage visa in the first year, two original copies are required. For renewals in subsequent years, copies are generally accepted for the two sets of documents. At the Chiang Mai district office, the cost for three original copies was 40 baht.
Spouse Identification & Residency
- Copy of Thai spouse’s ID card (2 copies)
- Copy of Thai house registration (2 copies)
- Hand-drawn map of the house location in immigration form (available at immigration checkpoint) (2 sets)
Additional Items
- Visa application fee: 1,900 THB (cash only)
- Blue pen(s)
- All copies must be signed in blue ink by the owner of the document (applicant and spouse, respectively)
Post-Submission: Home Visit and Final Steps
- Home Visit Appointment (Required only during the first year of the marriage visa application)
Within 2 weeks of submission, immigration will contact the applicant to schedule a home inspection.- A witness with a Thai ID card is required to verify cohabitation.
- The officer will interview the couple and the witness (approx. 15 minutes).
- A group photo will be taken.
- The witness must sign the interview record and ID copy.
- There is no additional fee required for the home inspection.
- The officer will inform you of the date to return to the immigration office to receive your new visa.
- Final Immigration Visit
- On the specified date, return to the immigration office with only your passport.
- No queue number or additional documents are required. You will go to counter 3 in the building. The counter service opens from 8 am to noon and from 1 pm to 4 pm.
- The visa will be issued and placed in your passport.
- No additional fee on this day.
- Annual Renewal
- The same procedure is followed each year to renew the marriage visa.
Important Notes
- 90-Day Reporting:
Visa holders must report their address to immigration every 90 days, either online or via drive-thru service (in Chiang Mai). - Re-Entry Permit Requirement:
If holding a marriage or retirement visa, you must apply for a Re-Entry Permit before leaving Thailand to maintain your visa status.
| Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Single Entry | 1,000 THB |
| Multiple Entry | 3,800 THB |
Required Documents:
– Completed TM8 form (Re-entry Permit)
– Passport with a valid visa
– Copy of passport photo page and visa page
– One passport-sized photo (4×6 cm) that is not less than 6 months old.
– Application fee (as above)
- Re-Entry Permits can also be obtained at the airport in the departure area. The process typically takes at least 30 minutes but may take longer if there is a queue. Ensure all required documents are fully prepared in advance.
List of documents attached in case Thai family (Thai Wife)
All of the above documents must be arranged in the order specified in the checklist below.
Where to get the queue?
1 – Document Checkpoint Queue (Entrance):
As you enter through the gate, you will see a station marked with the number 1. There was a COVID screening machine at this booth. Here, you will receive a queue number for the document checkpoint.
2 – Document Checkpoint:
At station number 2, immigration forms are available in case you are missing any. When your queue number is called, the officer will review your documents. If everything is in order, you will be given a new queue number for the visa application process at station number 3.
3 – Visa Application:
Station number 3 is an air-conditioned building where you will submit your visa application, pay the applicable fee, and receive your visa.
Printing and Copy Services:
If you need to print or photocopy documents, there is a print shop located behind the document checkpoint area.
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