
Non Immigrant O (Guardian) Visa
This visa is designed for foreign parents or legal guardians of children enrolled in Thailand with a valid Non-Immigrant Education (ED) Visa.
Application Process:
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Contact your local Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate: They will provide specific application instructions and a list of required documents.
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Obtain Supporting Documents from Your Child's School: Your child's school can assist in obtaining documentation that verifies their enrolment and confirms your status as a parent or legal guardian.
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Initial Visa Issuance:
The Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate will issue a single-entry Non-Immigrant O Visa valid for 90 days.
Extending Your Stay in Thailand:
Extensions for the Non-Immigrant O Visa can be obtained in Thailand at the Office of Immigration Bureau.
Required Documents for Extension Application (Originals and Photocopies):
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Application Form (T.M.7)
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Letter from the school confirming your child's enrollment
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One passport-sized photo signed on the back
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Passport pages: identification details, Non-Immigrant visa stamp, last arrival stamp
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Arrival Card (T.M.6)
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Each child's passport page (identification details)
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Each child's birth certificate (duplicate copies not required)
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Proof of residence: house registration or lease agreement with a copy of the owner's ID (signed and dated)
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Bank statements for the past 3 months
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Bank letter confirming a minimum deposit of THB 500,000 held in your account for at least 3 months (or 30 days for the first year)
Note: This list is for informational purposes only. The Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate may have additional requirements.