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Can Americans obtain background checks in Thailand for visa applications?

Lonnie ********
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Can Americans obtain background checks while residing in Thailand? My current background check is set to expire in five weeks, and I intend to apply for a different visa in Thailand. I believe it would be prudent to have more than a few weeks remaining on the background check, considering the unpredictable nature of the visa process, which could potentially take several weeks.
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Americans residing in Thailand can obtain background checks, which may be required for certain visa applications. However, many expats report that background checks are typically requested only when applying for visas from their home country. Some mentioned that specific types of visas, like the pensioner LTR, do not require a background check. Additionally, a reliable location to request a background check in Bangkok is near Central World, where services are described as professional and efficient.
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Hieb *******
Hieb *******
Years ago I required this to apply for a work visa in a South American country. The main police station near Central World has an office for this purpose. Very professional and efficient. I a background check is ever required, I recommend this office
Richard ********
Richard ********
Usually they only ask for a background check if you are applying for your visa in your home country.
Marty *********
Marty *********
Same, I applied for the pensioner LTR through the BOI website while inside Thailand. There was no request for a background check.
Terence *********
Terence *********
Never had a back ground check..just saying..
Brandon ************
Brandon ************
What visa are you applying for that requires a background check?
Lonnie ********
Lonnie ********
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The LTR.
Brandon ************
Brandon ************
@Lonnie *******
the LTR only requires a background check if they ask for it. And I've never heard of them asking anyone for it.
Lonnie ********
Lonnie ********
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