Yes, was at CW today to get the "marriage extension visa"..before expiry of 90day O visa.
Was told to get the condo ownership docs from landlord - nothing menioned at all in list put out by Immigration. (fortunately was able to get it faxed within an hr). Has to Pay 1900 Baht to get a 30 day extension on the O visa, and told to come back with proof of 400K in the bank. New rule we were told. No need to show international transfer. (Then paid another fee to get re-entry visa as I have to travel this month)...and the O status can only be maintained with a re-entry permit.)
Despite all this, Thai bureaucrats know that farangs will continue to marry their Thai citizens and pay whatever the fee or hassles involved. SO, just be prepared to go through different hoops....after all, it is worth it. That is why you are here.
Imm Officer Asked To Keep Money & Show Bank Book To Get 1-Year Marriage Extension 1 Month After Application!
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Yes, was at CW today to get the "marriage extension visa"..before expiry of 90day O visa.
Was told to get the condo ownership docs from landlord - nothing menioned at all in list put out by Immigration. (fortunately was able to get it faxed within an hr). Has to Pay 1900 Baht to get a 30 day extension on the O visa, and told to come back with proof of 400K in the bank. New rule we were told. No need to show international transfer. (Then paid another fee to get re-entry visa as I have to travel this month)...and the O status can only be maintained with a re-entry permit.)
Despite all this, Thai bureaucrats know that farangs will continue to marry their Thai citizens and pay whatever the fee or hassles involved. SO, just be prepared to go through different hoops....after all, it is worth it. That is why you are here.