Over 50, Live With Adopted Thai Child

[kat1]

I was originally on a non-Imm 'O' based on Thai wife, but am currently on a non-Imm 'B' for which I don't show money, as I am a volunteer teacher at the local village government school (I have a WP and contract).

As I will give up the volunteer teaching at some time in the future, so am looking at potential options in advance.

I completed the formal adoption of my step-daughter through the Adoption Agency in Bangkok earlier this year, it taking the best part of 2 years.

I have read of the success of others obtaining a visa with "no money" on the basis of being over 50 and having a Thai child.

Has anyone managed this with an adopted Thai child? If so, what was the process and what paperwork was required?

Thanks in advance.

David

[lopburi3]

It should be the same process except will also require the adoption paperwork.