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Originally Posted by aging one
One point I just thought of. You can in no way help her to get the visa. You can help her fill out the forms but the burden of proof is on her. Good luck.
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Not to be contrary, AO, but in terms of helping and easing the burden of proof, that's simply not true.
I can't speak for other types of visas (yet), but if you intend to travel/visit with your SO on a tourist visa, your help is essential IMO. Invitation Letters from your family and friends regarding where you're going to stay are very helpful - as a matter of fact, I think they're mentioned in the visa prep instructions. Might be required, I can't remember. But we had those items on hand for sure.
And if you're contributing financially to the trip, putting this in writing is also a good idea (an affidavit is required for other visas I believe, but not for the tourist visa).
During the interview, I was also summoned to counter to answer the officer's questions. He asked some questions about our relationship, travel plans and my status in Thailand. Wanted to see my passport and WP...good thing I was there to help with these items on hand eh?
In summary, they want to see if the combined story rings true, and if the applicant has proof of invitation, sufficient funds or offers of support, and in these regards your help is critical IME.