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Can I apply for a Thai visa online while in Vietnam if I currently have a retirement extension of stay?

Nov 18, 2024
a year ago
Hi new here I recently got contract to work remotely for Aus company. If I fly to HCM Vietnam can I do application online while still have the retirement or wait until after the 23rd to apply?
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A user asks about applying for a Thai visa online while being in Vietnam after securing a contract for remote work. Community responses confirm that applying is possible due to having an extension of stay, suggesting it's preferable to apply from Hanoi.
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Myles *******
Yes u can but I would do in Hanoi as easier. Check out my Hanoi experience post that made few days ago for more info.
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@Myles ******
ok why you think easier I see someone post hcm was very easy like 5 days. You think Hanoi is bigger office ?
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Myles *******
@David ****************
less document requests etc
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Ray *****
Yes you can apply as you have an extension of stay and not a visa.
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@Ray ****
ah ok I always get confused about that. Thanks clarify for me. I see on here someone say technically you couldn't have multiple visa at the same time.
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