Can Thai passport holders visit friends in the UK?

@Ralph ******

every day….. where have you been ? Over 30,000 by this illegals means of transport in 9 months.

@Ralph ******

The number of boats crossing the English Channel by immigrants has fluctuated significantly in recent years. In 2023, over 45,000 people crossed the Channel in small boats, according to the UK Home Office. This marked a continuing rise from previous years, with numbers increasing since 2018.

In terms of daily or weekly numbers, it can vary depending on the weather and other factors, but it's not uncommon to see dozens of boats attempting the dangerous crossing on a single day, especially during the warmer months. The UK and French governments have been working to curb these crossings, but the problem persists due to the high demand for asylum in the UK and the relative ease of making the crossing compared to other routes into Europe.

@Claire ********

yes they need to get a tourist visa. Have a look at the uk government website for all the details. It's doable but quite a bit of paperwork and planning

@Claire ********

Are you serious?

@Claire ********

you can apply for a tourist Visa but it’s not cheap and it’s quite a difficult process