Frequently Asked Questions

Not always, but an experienced consultant avoids costly mistakes, rejections and delays. We know exactly what each embassy or immigration office currently requires, and we will tell you honestly if your case is straightforward enough to handle yourself.

For complex cases such as marriage visas, fiance visas or cases with prior refusals, professional assistance significantly improves your chances of success.

Yes, completely. Your first consultation carries no cost and no obligation. We assess your situation, explain your options and give you an honest assessment of your case. You decide whether to proceed after that.

We accept cash in Thai Baht and bank transfer. Our full fee structure is explained clearly before any work begins so there are no surprises. Government fees such as visa application fees are paid separately and directly to the relevant authority.

We provide regular updates by phone, email or LINE, whichever you prefer. Our team is available seven days a week from 9am to 7pm to answer questions at any stage of the process. We contact you immediately if anything unexpected arises.

Yes. For most Thai visa and government document services we accompany you in person to the immigration office or government department and handle all communication and interpretation on your behalf. This is included in our service for relevant cases.

Processing times vary by visa type:

• Tourist visa extensions: often same-day at the immigration office
• Non-Immigrant visas (marriage, retirement): one to three working days
• Work permits: two to four weeks

We give you an accurate timeline at your free consultation based on your specific situation and the current processing times at your local immigration office.

A Thai marriage visa (Non-Immigrant O based on marriage) typically requires:

• Your valid passport with at least 18 months remaining
• Thai marriage certificate (Khor Ror 3)
• Proof of financial support: 400,000 THB in a Thai bank account or monthly income of 40,000 THB
• Copy of your spouse's Thai national ID and house registration
• Passport photos
• Completed TM.7 application form

Requirements can change and vary slightly by immigration office. We prepare and verify your complete document package before every submission.

The Thai retirement visa (Non-Immigrant O-A) requires you to be 50 years of age or older. The financial requirement is either 800,000 THB deposited in a Thai bank account, monthly income of at least 65,000 THB, or a combination totalling 800,000 THB per year.

You will also need a criminal background check from your home country and a medical certificate. We handle the full application and advise on the most straightforward way to meet the financial requirements.

If an application is refused we review the reason with you, advise on your options and, where appropriate, help you prepare a stronger reapplication. Prior refusals do not necessarily prevent future approval when the underlying issues are properly addressed.

Processing times vary and change frequently. As a general guide:

• US tourist visa (B-2): interview appointments in Bangkok currently take several weeks to schedule, with processing after the interview taking a further one to three weeks
• Canadian visitor visa: submitted online, typically two to eight weeks
• Schengen visa: typically two to four weeks depending on the member state

We strongly advise applying well in advance of your intended travel date. We check current wait times at your consultation.

The K-1 fiance visa allows a US citizen to bring their foreign fiance to the United States for the purpose of marriage. The couple must marry within 90 days of the fiance's arrival. It is one of the most complex US visa types and involves both a USCIS petition and a consular interview in Bangkok.

We have experience preparing K-1 applications and guiding Thai nationals through the entire process from initial petition to interview preparation.

Yes. We provide certified Thai to English, English to Thai, Lao to English and English to Lao translations accepted by Thai government offices, embassies and international institutions. We also provide on-site interpretation at immigration and embassy appointments.

Standard documents such as birth certificates, marriage certificates and ID cards are typically completed within one to two working days. Longer documents such as legal contracts or research papers take longer depending on length and complexity. We confirm a turnaround time when you submit the document.