MARRIAGE VISA PATTAYA
Marriage Visa Requirements in Pattaya Thailand
If you’re legally married to a Thai citizen, you can apply for a one-year Non-immigrant visa “O” (based on marriage), often wrongly referred to as “marriage visa” (while it is actually an “extension of stay based on marriage”). To qualify for this type of visa, you must officially register your marriage in Thailand; a mere ceremonial marriage at a temple or a “common law” marriage is not recognized by the Thai government or family courts.
A marriage visa allows a foreign national to live long-term in a country where they are married to a citizen, typically requiring proof of legal marriage, financial stability (income or savings), and supporting documents like passports and spouse’s ID. For example, a Thai marriage visa (Non-Immigrant O) needs a Thai marriage certificate, proof of 400,000 THB in savings or 40,000 THB monthly income, and allows annual renewal, enabling work permits and a path to permanent residency.
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Pattaya Marriage Visa Requirements
- Passport: A valid passport with at least 6 months’ validity and 2 blank pages.
- Marriage registration: The marriage must be registered at a local district office in Thailand, or for marriages that occurred outside of Thailand, a registration of family status document is needed.
- Thai Spouse’s Documents: Your Thai spouse must provide their Thai ID card and House Registration Book.
- Proof of Residence: A map to your residence and proof of where you live with your spouse, such as a lease agreement or the owner’s documents.
- Financial Proof: You must demonstrate financial stability by showing a Thai bank account with a deposit of at least 400,000 THB for at least 3 months prior to application or an official letter showing monthly income of at least 40,000 THB.
- Health and background checks: Some countries may require proof of good health and no criminal record.
These need to be handed in again at Thai immigration. The process is the same as the last time however laws do change so always check with an immigration lawyer in Thailand as to the latest requirements for marriage visa. If you have not done your 90 day reporting in Thailand then there will be a fine for not having reported over and above the fees for the extension requirements of the visa.
Our aim is to provide you the finest options and an honest assessment of your immigration options. We are able to provide advice and assistance regarding the paperwork and requirements needed to acquire a legal visa to remain in the Kingdom. Just supply us with all of the above and we will take care of it for you. You can also visit us at our company located in Pattaya. Click here for our location on Google Maps
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Extend / Renew Marriage Visa Pattaya Marriage Visa Extension
To renew / extend a Thai Marriage Visa Pattaya, you must annually visit the local immigration office with a set of required documents and a fee, including your passport, marriage certificate, proof of address, and financial proof. The financial requirement is typically a 40,000 baht average monthly income in your Thai bank account, and the visa will be extended for another year.
Necessary Documents for renew / extend marriage visa in Pattaya
- Passport: The original passport for examination and photocopies of relevant pages.
- Application Form: Completed and signed TM. 7 form, “Application for Extension of Temporary Stay in the Kingdom”.
- Proof of Marriage: Your original marriage certificate (or Kor Ror 2/Kor Ror 3) and copies.
- Financial Documentation: Proof of an average of 40,000 Baht in your Thai bank account over the previous three months. This includes bank passbook and a bank letter confirming your balance and transactions.
- Proof of Cohabitation: A house registration or lease agreement showing you and your spouse live together.
- Other documents: You may need to provide other documents depending on the immigration office, so it’s best to check for the most up-to-date requirements.
Annual renewals are mandatory. Thai Immigration treats renewals as full re-evaluations, requiring the same documentation as your original application.
These need to be handed in again at Thai immigration. The process is the same as the last time however laws do change so always check with an immigration in Pattaya Thailand as to the latest requirements for the renewal of the marriage visa. If you have not done your 90 day reporting in Thailand then there will be a fine for not having reported over and above the fees for the extension requirements of the visa. The marriage visa in Pattaya Thailand regulations are also explained on the webiste.
As stated above the process takes about 3 weeks to complete and you should check your 90 day reporting stamp to ensure that the reporting is correct and up to date after the renewal of the visa. Most errors with reporting comes at the renewal process as they might have your passport during this time.
If you have any questions then email us or call us. You can also walk into our office in Pattaya for further assistance with your visa renewal and allow us to assist you with the process. See our immigration lawyer in Pattaya for more assistance.
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