subject: Thailand Marriage Visa [print this page] It is not only the white-sand beaches of Thailand that convince foreigners or visitors to stay in the country. Despite cultural differences, many find their lifetime partners in Thailand. If you are one of those married to a Thai citizen, then a marriage visa is what you need in order to enjoy your life together in the Land of Smiles.
Thai marriage visa requirements
A.You must be married to a Thai national.
B.You must have a combined income of 40,000 baht. There are several options that you can pursue in order to meet the financial requirements.
a.One of the most viable options is for you to open a bank account in Thailand two (2) months before applying for a marriage visa in the country. You need to deposit the amount 40,000 baht.
b.On the other hand, if you have already have a 40,000 baht pension or income, you simply need to show some supporting documents. In order to do this, you need to acquire a certification showing your financial sources then submit this to your local Thai embassy. The latter will provide you an affidavit that you can use in applying for a Thai marriage visa. You may be also required to submit other documents such as income tax returns and bank statements.
In case you still find it hard to comply, the income can solely come from your Thai spouse as long as it amounts to 40,000 baht. Under such circumstances, your partner needs to provide taxation records.
Required documents
A.Application form
B.A copy of your passport
C.Documents to prove your marriage
D.Photos of you and your Thai partnerto be more specific, the picture should be taken inside your Thailand residence
E.Papers proving that your partner is indeed, a Thai national such as birth certificates, census registrations and the like
F.Fully certified copies of bank statements and other financially-related papers
Once you have completed the necessary documents, you are now ready to have your Thailand marriage visa.
In hindsight, a Thai marriage visa can be converted to a one-year (1) marriage visa. It likewise allows its holder to open a bank account in the country.
