I have just gotten a Spouse Visa for my wife for the first time(I’m a Malaysian). The immigration officer mentioned something about some officers will be visiting us at home unannounced to check if our marriage is legit or not. Is this true and if it is, what are they actually checking and what are they gonna ask. Also, what if during that time, the both of us are not at home when the officers arrive? Do we ‘fail’ to continue with the Visa?

Noted.Thanks.
Maybe I do worry too much.Lol

So basically, per SOP, they should come but eyes were closed?

Once all the documents were submitted, there's a 30 working day wait for the result. On the 29th day I called the Immigration department and enquired about the status and it was approved. So, roughly a month is all it takes.

The best thing to do is to go to the Thai consulate and get a checklist of all the forms needed. Also, go to the Immigration department and get the forms needed from them also. Make sure you fill them up then submit to the Thai Consulate and Immigration department. Most people fail to get their documentation right, hence they have to make a few trips to the relevant departments.

I asked the Immigration officer and it seems they only renew your visa for 5 years once you have a child. Until then it's on a 1 year basis.

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