Marriage registration
We guide you through the legal requirements and paperwork involved in registering your marriage in Thailand.
For foreign spouses of Thai nationals
Thai marriage visa and marriage registration, handled for you
At ThaivisaMarriage we provide comprehensive assistance for couples wishing to register their marriage in Thailand and apply for a Thai marriage visa. Our team is committed to making the process easy and hassle-free, so you can get on with the part that actually matters.
- Marriage registration completed in about 5–6 days
- One-year Non-O visa, renewable inside Thailand
- You may work legally with a work permit
฿400,000
Thai bank deposit, held 2 months
฿40,000
Monthly income alternative
1 year
Visa validity, renewable
3–4 wks
Typical visa processing time
What a Thai marriage visa gives you
The marriage visa is a Non-Immigrant O visa for the foreign spouse of a Thai national. It is popular precisely because of what it allows: you can live in Thailand a year at a time without leaving the country, renew it inside Thailand each year as long as you still meet the conditions, and — unlike a retirement visa — you may work legally provided you also hold a work permit.
It is granted only after the marriage is legally registered in Thailand, and it requires financial evidence in your own name. Those two steps are where most applications stall, and both are what we handle for you.
Why choose ThaivisaMarriage?
Thailand, with its rich culture and beautiful landscapes, is a popular destination for couples from around the world to marry. We understand the complexities of both the marriage registration and the marriage visa application — two separate processes, at two different government departments, each with its own paperwork — and we guide you through every step of both.
Our services
Marriage visa application
Our specialists prepare and submit your application, ensuring it meets every Thai immigration requirement.
Personalised support
One-on-one consultation tailored to your specific circumstances, not a generic checklist.
Streamlined process
We manage the intricate details on your behalf so your experience stays smooth and straightforward.
Two processes, one team
Getting married and getting the visa are separate procedures at separate departments. We handle both, in the right order.
Marriage registration in Thailand
Registering your marriage involves specific legal procedures and certified translations. We make sure every document is correctly prepared and submitted to Thai legal standards, at both the district office and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Applying for the marriage visa
A Thai marriage visa lets you stay in Thailand with your spouse. We gather the documents, complete the application forms and guide you through submission at the immigration office covering your address.
Why use our services?
Comprehensive care
A full range of services from the start of marriage registration through to the visa in your passport — start to finish, one team.
Expert advice
Our team is experienced in every part of both processes and coordinates between the departments so nothing falls between them.
Convenience
We handle the paperwork, the scheduling and the appointments. Save your time for the wedding, not the queue.
Reliability
A legally registered company with a real Bangkok office, reachable by phone, email and LINE, serving both individual and corporate clients.
Apply in 3 simple steps
Three steps from first call to the visa in your passport:
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1
Consultation
Free consultation on marriage registration and the visa. Choose your service and pay the fee to begin.
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2
Document preparation
We issue your document checklist, gather everything, coordinate with the relevant agencies and book the appointments.
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3
Completion
Marriage registration takes one business day. The marriage visa follows in approximately 3–4 weeks.
Frequently asked questions
How much money do I need for a Thai marriage visa?
You need 400,000 THB deposited in a Thai bank account in your own name, held continuously for at least two months before you apply. Alternatively you can show a monthly income above 40,000 THB, or a certification letter from your embassy. For renewals the funds must have been in the account for at least three months.
Can I work in Thailand on a marriage visa?
Yes — this is the main practical advantage over a retirement visa. A marriage visa permits legal employment in Thailand provided you also obtain a work permit. The visa alone is not enough; the work permit is a separate application, which we can also handle.
Do we have to register the marriage in Thailand?
For a Thai marriage visa, yes — the marriage must be legally registered with a Thai district office. If you married abroad, that marriage generally needs to be recognised and recorded in Thailand first. Contact us with your situation and we will tell you which route applies.
How long does marriage registration take?
About 5–6 days in total. It involves obtaining a certificate of single status from your embassy, having documents translated by a certified translator, verifying them at the Department of Consular Affairs, and then registering at a district office with at least two witnesses. Some of these steps must be done in Bangkok.
Can I apply if I entered on a tourist visa or visa exemption?
Yes. Once you are legally married to a Thai national in Thailand you can apply to change your visa status, provided your current permission to stay has at least 21 days remaining. Applying inside Thailand also requires at least 14 days of validity, with a further 30 days available for document preparation.
What is the 90-day report?
Marriage visa holders must report their address to their nearest immigration office every 90 days using form TM.47. If you travel outside Thailand, the 90-day count restarts from the date you re-enter.
What happens to my visa if we divorce?
The marriage visa is cancelled automatically on divorce, and the foreign spouse is required to leave Thailand. If your circumstances change, speak to us early — there may be another visa category you qualify for.
How long does the visa take, and what does it cost?
Approximately 3–4 weeks once documents are complete. Submit them at least three weeks before your current visa expires. Our service fee depends on which parts of the process you need; the first consultation is free and we quote in writing.
Start your journey
Ready to begin your married life in Thailand? Get in touch today and we will start with a free eligibility check — no obligation.