I am preparing to apply for a visa for my Thai wife to visit the UK for 2 weeks

She has had 2 settlement visas already but we now live in Thailand

Should I apply for just a normal Tourist visa or a visa for a spouse to visit the UK

Also is it better to apply online or hand in all the paperwork together

I assume that the main purpose of your visit is to see you family, so she applies for a family visit visa using form VAF1B.

As you are both resident in Thailand, the amount of supporting evidence required is minimal; see Spouse/Partner of British Citizen (Based in Thailand) going to the UK for a visit (family visit) – Check List.

Applying on line means that you can make an appointment to hand in the paperwork and have her biometrics taken. Applying with a paper form means you have to turn up at the VAC and wait your turn. Your choice.

For more, see Official UK visa application website in Thailand.

Thanks for great clear quick reply

A family visit visa is required.