Is this the same as a marriage visa?

No. It is still a Non-Immigrant O family route, but the relationship evidence is based on your Thai child rather than a Thai spouse. The financial threshold is commonly the same 400,000 THB or 40,000 THB/month route, but offices can ask for child-specific custody, legitimation, and home evidence.

Do I need custody or child legitimation documents?

It depends on your family situation and the immigration office. If the parents are divorced or were not legally married, offices may ask for custody evidence, child legitimation such as Kor Ror 11, or a court/legal guardian order.

Should my Thai child attend the appointment?

The Immigration Bureau checklist for the 90-day in-country application says the applicant and Thai national should appear in person. For extensions, requirements vary by office, so plan for the child or Thai family member to attend unless your office confirms otherwise.

Parent of a Thai Child: 1 Year Non-Immigrant O (extension)

1 Year extension of stay based on having a Thai child

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Application Forms

Download and complete the required application forms:

TM.7↗STM.2↗STM.9↗STM.10↗STM.11↗

Personal Documents

Passport (valid at least 12 months with 2+ blank pages)

Passport photo, taken within 6 months (4×6 cm)

TM.30 Receipt

90 Day Report ReceiptExample receipt

Passport copy: Photo Page, Visa Stamp & Latest Entry Stamp

Relationship & Accommodation(Select one)

Your Thai child / Thai national family member should attend in person if required

Thai child should be under 20 years old, unless unable to support themselves due to a mental or physical condition

Thai child’s birth certificate: original + copy

Proof of the child’s Thai nationality, such as birth certificate or Thai passport

Copy of Thai child’s Blue Book/Tabien Baan, if available

Child legitimation such as Kor Ror 11, or a court order establishing paternity/parental rights

Renting a house or condo - Rental Contract, Copy of Landlord's ID & Blue Book

4 family photos with applicant and Thai child, including house number and inside the home

Hand-drawn map with major roads nearby

Proof of Funds(Select one)

400,000 THB Bank Deposit (confirm seasoning period with your immigration office)

Financial Documents

Bank book updated on the day of application with copy

Copy of bank book personal information page

Bank statement covering the required period

Bank letter confirming account details and balance (issued within 7 days of appointment, or as required locally)

Payment

1,900 THB Cash

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Notes

Download all forms and prepare in advance.
Always verify with the immigration office you are attending what documents are required.
Bring original family, custody, and address documents for inspection.
Some offices request two complete document sets.
Thai Immigration generally requires photocopied documents (such as passport pages and certificates) to be signed before submission.

This checklist reflects the documents typically required; however, requirements vary by immigration office. Additional documents are often requested depending on individual circumstances, so please confirm the latest requirements with your local office. Final approval is at the discretion of the immigration officer.