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Can I apply for a new METV for tourism while my current one is still valid?

METV Tourist Visa Visa Application Process Thailand Visa Rules Visa Validity

Jun 25, 2019

6 years ago

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Can I apply for a new tourist METV while my current tourist METV is still valid and active? 

Just so it's done in advance and don't have to bother coming back home once it expires.

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The user inquires whether it is possible to apply for a new multiple entry tourist visa (METV) while still having a valid and active METV. They are seeking to handle the application in advance to avoid any complications when their current visa expires.

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