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5 min read By Kamnuan Editorial Last reviewed: June 9, 2026

Thailand Marriage Visa Guide — Non-O Visa for Thai Spouses (2026)

How the Thailand marriage visa works: the 400,000 THB deposit or 40,000 THB monthly income requirement, documents, the 1-year extension, and how to qualify.

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What Is the Thailand Marriage Visa?

The “marriage visa” (often called the spouse visa) is technically a one-year extension of stay based on marriage to a Thai citizen, built on a Non-Immigrant O visa. It lets the foreign spouse live in Thailand long-term and, with a work permit, work here too.

Disclaimer note: Immigration requirements differ between offices and change over time. This is general information, not legal advice. Always confirm the current rules with your local immigration office or the Thai Immigration Bureau.

Who Qualifies

To be eligible you must be legally married to a Thai national and able to prove a genuine relationship (marriage certificate, photos, and sometimes a home visit or interview). You then need to meet one of the financial tests below.

The Financial Requirement

You can satisfy the financial requirement in one of these ways:

  • Option A — Deposit: 400,000 THB held in a Thai bank account, seasoned for two months before you apply and then maintained
  • Option B — Income: verifiable monthly income of 40,000 THB (commonly evidenced by an embassy income letter or regular transfers)
  • Option C — Combination (office-dependent): deposit plus annual income totalling at least 480,000 THB — not every office accepts this, so confirm locally

This is notably lighter than the retirement route’s 800,000 THB. If you’re 50 or older, it’s still worth comparing with the Retirement Visa Qualifier.

Documents You’ll Typically Need

  • Passport with the Non-O visa
  • Thai marriage certificate (and your spouse’s ID card and house registration)
  • Bank book and a bank letter, or proof of monthly income
  • Photos of the couple and the family home
  • Completed TM.7 extension form

A residence record helps, so make sure your TM30 and 90-day reporting are in order.

Check If You Qualify

Use our Marriage Visa Qualifier to see instantly whether your deposit or income meets the threshold, and how much you still need if there’s a shortfall.

Then plan your household budget with the Cost of Living Calculator.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do I need for a Thai marriage visa?

You need either 400,000 THB seasoned in a Thai bank account for two months before applying, or verifiable monthly income of 40,000 THB. Some immigration offices also accept a combination of deposit plus annual income totalling at least 480,000 THB, but this is office-dependent.

Is the marriage visa cheaper than the retirement visa?

Financially, yes. The marriage visa requires 400,000 THB versus 800,000 THB for the retirement visa, and it has no age requirement. However, you must be legally married to a Thai national and provide proof of the genuine relationship.

Can I work on a Thai marriage visa?

Yes. Unlike the retirement visa, a marriage-based extension of stay allows you to work in Thailand — provided you obtain a separate work permit from the Ministry of Labour.

How does the marriage visa application work?

You first obtain a 90-day Non-Immigrant O visa based on marriage, then convert it to a one-year extension of stay at your local immigration office once you meet the financial and document requirements. The extension is renewed annually.

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