Now that anyone can freely marry anyone regardless of gender, does this mean a foreigner can apply for an extension of stay via marriage to a Thai citizen of the same gender? And qualify for the lower amount to park in a Thai bank when getting a retirement extension? Is all the same paperwork required, e.g. a translated Affirmation of Marital Status / affidavit of freedom to marry?
TLDR : Answer Summary
With the recent legalization of same-sex marriage in Thailand, it raises questions about whether a foreigner can apply for a visa extension through marriage to a Thai citizen of the same gender. Currently, there are no specific immigration guidelines in place regarding this new form of marriage. Discussions among community members suggest that the financial requirements remain unchanged, meaning that the same amount typically required for a Retirement Visa or Extension (800,000 THB) will apply, regardless of the marriage's nature. Furthermore, it's likely that similar documentation, including a translated Affirmation of Marital Status, will still be necessary.
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