Convicted felon trying to move to Phuket

Travelbug89

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Member since 23 August 2017

Travelbug89

23 August 2017 18:09:31

Travelbug89

23 August 2017 18:09:31

We are considering moving to Phuket from the US. The problem is my boyfriend was convicted for murder back in 2011. He was not the one that committed the murder so he ended up doing 6 months and has been on probation ever since. He is coming to end of his probation this year at the end of August. I don't have any convictions. So we were trying to figure out if this would cause any issues with us living there.

bill kip

Serial expat

Member since 31 October 2016

bill kip

24 August 2017 04:48:49

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bill kip

24 August 2017 04:48:49

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That's up to the Thai government.

stumpy

Laos Expert

Member since 27 November 2009

Gold Coast

stumpy

24 August 2017 06:08:23

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stumpy

24 August 2017 06:08:23

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Gold Coast

Check with your nearest Thai Embassy but I think there is something in visa applications about nil criminal convictions.

Paintergal

Active member

Member since 28 August 2017

Paintergal

30 August 2017 05:44:40

Paintergal

30 August 2017 05:44:40

Please inform yourself on the resident visa requirements on the Thai website or call the Thai consulate.
If you want to immigrate to Thailand, the Thais are strict and require a letter of clearance from your local police department saying you have not committed a felony or misdemeanor. Your friend cannot get that clearance as he is a convicted felon.