The Thai Family Visa (Non-Immigrant O – Dependent) is designed for spouses and children of foreigners working in Thailand.
This visa allows families to stay together long-term and is available both outside the country and inside Thailand through visa conversion.

Key points:
• Ideal for families accompanying a foreigner employed in Thailand
• Children over 20 years old are not eligible unless medically dependent
• Visa can be obtained from a Thai Embassy abroad or converted at Immigration in Thailand
• Initial stay: 90 days (outside Thailand) or up to 1 year (inside Thailand)
• A re-entry permit is required for travel during the 1-year extension

At Thailand Global Visa, we assist with document preparation, translations, company paperwork coordination, and full support at Immigration.

Important rules for the Thai Family Visa include:

• The Dependent Visa is only available to legally recognized dependents: spouse and children (under 20).
• Parents cannot apply unless proven medically dependent.
• Visa must be renewed inside Thailand before expiration.
• Applications should not be submitted earlier than 30 days before the visa expiry date.
• All documents must be fully signed and consistent with the working partner’s visa and work permit.
• Company documents must be issued by the employer for each extension.

Failure to provide complete documentation may result in delays or rejection.

Applicants for the Non-Immigrant O Dependent Visa must fall into one of the following categories:

Eligible dependents include:
• Spouse of a foreigner working in Thailand
• Children under 20 years old (including stepchildren)
• Spouse of a Thai national (dependent category applies in some cases)

Not eligible:
• Children over 20 years old (unless medically dependent)
• Parents (except in rare medically justified cases)

Required Documents include:
• Valid passport (6+ months and 2 blank pages)
• Copy of working partner’s passport, visa, entry stamps, TM.6
• Copy of work permit
• Complete set of employer/company documents
• 4×6 cm photograph
• Proof of family relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc.)

All company documents are typically in Thai, so professional assistance is strongly recommended.

The application process depends on whether the visa is obtained abroad or in Thailand.

Applying Outside Thailand:
• Submit application online or in-person at a Thai Embassy/Consulate
• Processing time is usually 5–10 business days
• Pay the visa fee in local currency
• Visa issued for up to 90 days, single entry

Applying Inside Thailand:
• Families can enter with a Tourist Visa or a 30-day Exempt stamp
• Convert to Non-Immigrant O at the Thai Immigration Office in Thailand
• Bring all required documents from employer and working partner
• Processing is typically completed at Chaeng Wattana Immigration in Bangkok

Renewal Guidelines:
• Applicant must be physically in Thailand for renewals
• Renewal applications can only be submitted within 30 days before visa expiry
• Extensions inside Thailand grant up to 1 year (single entry)
• A re-entry permit can be issued if travel is required during the validity period

Because the process involves multiple documents from the employer and Immigration requirements change frequently, Thailand Global Visa handles the full preparation and accompanies you during the Immigration visit.