mitchellmoffitt

- I currentlky have a Multiple entry Marriage Visa (o) with an expiration date in DEC.

- I only have the one entry left on this visa.

- I was told I need to have 3 consecutive years of this visa before I qualify for Residency.

?- If it expires in Dec can I renew it before that date so as to keep it concurrant?

?- Will they allow me to renew it while the old one is in effect?

?- So, Should I zip up to Chicago and renew it before I head back again in OCT...or...

Should I wait until I return on the last exit and renew after I get back to the US in DEC?

Sorry if this topic has been discussed before, Thai Visa usually covers all my questions without me posting anything.... I must have missed it if it has been covered...

Thanks to all in advance....

Thats what happens when you play with shit...oh "poo"

I just did it in April... all the information posted is good ... Remember to take 1 translaotr / witness with you to the Amphur's office. I didnt do this and had to come back another day. Also everything has to be translated. If you are divorced you have to fill out other papers. takes about 2-3 days total including embassy visit. There are people that can do it all for you but it isnt worth the money as long as you have the time.

CONGRATS!!!!!

Best move I have ever done! Formal wedding in 8 weeks.......YAHOOO

WoW!  What great info... I have a twist to the problem.... I am looking more for residency.... I notice the info I find states you have to travel to Thailand for 3 years.... I travel every 3-4 months and due to my work in another country I can never stay long.  So, I show travel but never stay for more than 30 days... (until this FEB) .  I plan to live the rest of my life with my wife in Thailand.  So here are my questions....

1.  Do I need a year long visa 3 times to qualify for residency?

2.  Will 3 years of travel sufice even though I dont stay longer than 30 days(no visa required)?

3.  I am also thinking of starting a Thai company....should I apply for that visa instead?

4.  I also have a Diplomatic passport.... Do I even need to hassle with any of this?

5.  I want to purchase a house with my wife in NOV or FEB.  Can I be on the deed with my wife? 

So many questions , so many choices.... I am sure your answers will lead to more... thanks....

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From the looks of your questions I think you still have plenty of research to do. I guess that is why you are here so here is my contribution. Permanent Residency is not easily obtained and only a few are handed out every year. There are several requirements including the need to pass a test in Thai language.

To cover your questions.

1) You need to extend your visa by one year for three years running.

2) No.

3) Starting a Thai company and getting a visa are two diffrent issues. What will your Thai company be for - do you want to work or do you just want to use it to own land or property.

4) Not sure but I don't think it makes any difference.

5) I believe you can own the house but not the land it is built on.

Permanent residence really isn't necessary for a comfortable retirement in Thailand and most expats do not have it. As long as you meet the requirments you can just keep extending your visa every year. If you really want PR it will be hard work.

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Is there a way I can get the one year visa and extension in Bangkok? It appears not.... I only ask because I work in Iraq and like to spend every minute away from this place in the arms of my Thai Wife. Not traveling and wasting time...

The company I am talking about is a small island resort. I want to buy or build a small island resort and buy rental property.

I know I can own the house but not the land but.... If I do it under a company name I think I can own 49%... also there are some variances for US Citizens... do you know exactly what they are?

WoW! What great info... I have a twist to the problem.... I am looking more for residency.... I notice the info I find states you have to travel to Thailand for 3 years.... I travel every 3-4 months and due to my work in another country I can never stay long. So, I show travel but never stay for more than 30 days... (until this FEB) . I plan to live the rest of my life with my wife in Thailand. So here are my questions....

1. Do I need a year long visa 3 times to qualify for residency?

2. Will 3 years of travel sufice even though I dont stay longer than 30 days(no visa required)?

3. I am also thinking of starting a Thai company....should I apply for that visa instead?

4. I also have a Diplomatic passport.... Do I even need to hassle with any of this?

5. I want to purchase a house with my wife in NOV or FEB. Can I be on the deed with my wife?

So many questions , so many choices.... I am sure your answers will lead to more... thanks....