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Do US Citizens need to return to the US to apply for a Thai visa while living abroad?
Jul 26, 2024
2 years ago
Thomas ********
ORIGINAL POSTERDTV Question (and apologies if this has already been answered — having trouble finding it after searching in the group):
I'm a US Citizen, but already living abroad (with my wife, three kids). Do I have to go back to the US to apply? What's the relationship between applying online to current/physical location?
I'm a US Citizen, but already living abroad (with my wife, three kids). Do I have to go back to the US to apply? What's the relationship between applying online to current/physical location?
TLDR : Answer Summary
A US citizen living abroad can apply for a visa to Thailand at the local Thai embassy that serves their current location. If that embassy offers e-visa services, the application can be completed online; if not, an in-person application is required. It's essential to check the specific processes and requirements on the website of the relevant Thai embassy.
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@Thomas *******
Did you apply for this already? My husband, daughter, and I are headed to Thailand in 8 weeks and can't figure out for the life of me if there needs to be 500k baht per person or not. Any info you have is much appreciated!Brandon ************
You apply for a visa to Thailand at the Thai embassy that services where you physically are. So if the Thai embassy in the country you are in has adopted e-visa then you apply through that embassy online. If they have not adopted e-visa then you apply in person. Check the website of that Thai embassy to see their process and requirements.
Thomas ********
ORIGINAL POSTERPerfect. Thank you!
the thaiembassy(dot)com site says in the FAQs:
"What’s the easiest way to get a DTV visa in Thailand?
You CANNOT apply for this visa while in Thailand. You will have to return to your country of residence and apply through the Thai embassy or a participating consulate."
So I was a little confused.
the thaiembassy(dot)com site says in the FAQs:
"What’s the easiest way to get a DTV visa in Thailand?
You CANNOT apply for this visa while in Thailand. You will have to return to your country of residence and apply through the Thai embassy or a participating consulate."
So I was a little confused.
Thomas ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Brandon ***********
good to know. Thank you, sir 🫡Brandon ************
@Thomas *******
that is a for profit agency website that's notorious for posting incorrect information.Reply to
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