Visa Options Advice Required

[doublephil]

Hi

I am currently in Thailand on a multi Non-B visa issued in London and it expires on June 2nd. I intend to make a quick trip to MaeSai/Tachileik before it expires to get a final 90 days stamp

It would be no problem to get another multi Non-B visa in London - but it's not convenient at this time and it would be a very expensive trip to London just to make a visa.

So I am looking for advice on alternative options from those with specialist knowledge

I am married with a Thai woman.

Can I get a marriage extension on my current Non-B during the final 90 days stamp which will be valid until about the end of August - or is it too late after the visa expires on June 2nd?

If it is possible - what paperwork do I need? and can I do that by showing average monthly income of 40,000+ baht
as I don't have 400,000 sitting doing nothing in a bank account. If so, how do I do that if my money comes to Thailand on an irregular basis from business income - about 3 million baht over past year which averages to 250,000 per month - do I just show proof of overseas funds received in a Thai bank by letter from the bank ?- or do i need something from British Embassy? If the latter, how do I show British Embassy that money in UK was sent to Thailand?- as it is always done online so no paper receipts.

If the marriage extension is not possible or too complicated - would the best option be to get a multi Non-O visa based on marriage from Savanakhet? - which I believe is still possible without proof of money or income. If so, can I do that at any time within the final 90 days I get at Maesai?

Or is there any other option that might be better?

Mnay thanks

[Mario2008]

You can apply for an extension of stay based on marriage.

Income from abroad must be certified by your embassy, look at your embassies website for what proof they require. There is no requirement to receive the money in Thailand or have it transferred to Thailand. (A Thai bankbook with some money in it to show you have money to spend is advisable, immigration can ask for it.)

If you opt for a multiple non-O visa in Savanakhet your current visa status is of no concern. You can apply at any time there, without the need for financials.