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Does it matter which Thai embassy I apply through for a visa by mail from the US?

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May 6, 2021

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If you're applying for a visa by mail from the US, does it matter which embassy you go through? Any advice on this? Thanks!

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When applying for a Thai visa by mail from the US, it does matter which embassy or consulate you go through, as each consulate serves specific regions. Users recommend checking the geographic coverage for each consulate (Chicago, New York, Washington D.C., Los Angeles), and the new online system allows applicants to choose any of these four consulates. It is essential to ensure the selected consulate offers the required visa services, and users have had varying experiences with mailing services, with USPS recommended for safety.

Chulala **********

online can do it

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Caroline ***********

You can choose any of the four consulates/embassy that are issuing visas (DC, LA, Chicago, and NYC). You used to be assigned based on a geographical map, but when they switched to a new online system it now allows you to choose. We have had a good experience with Chicago and D.C. you apply online first and then mail your passport and supporting documents. I would recommend USPS and send them priority with tracking.

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@Caroline ******

I'm trying to get a work visa "Non-immigrant type B: working." Got a job all lined up, just gotta get there!

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Caroline ***********

Which visa type are you applying for? I’ve worked with LA too.

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@Caroline ******

thanks! I started my app with the LA one... we will see how that works out.

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Tod *********

It's ALL done online, and its all done thru the "Big 4" thai consulates now (Chicago, New York, Washington DC & Los Angeles)

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Bob **********

I live in Nevada I used LA and Portland but not all consulates offer the same services

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Bob **********

no I've been lucky to be here all the time

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Tod *********

you can't have used portland since this covid shit show started last March when the honorary consulates closed

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Thao **********

Use the one your state is under. They can reject if you dont.

I was in WI, went thru Chicago. 5-10 day turnaround, delivery included.

Fedex was fine for me. USPS priority appears good too.

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Susan ***********

Please be warned, do not use

for mailing your passport for a visa. My daughter did and and they have misplaced/lost her passport!

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Susan ***********

Thank you! It will delay her trip by at least a month, if they can't locate it.

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Thao **********

@Susan **********

sorry to hear! Hope she was able to replace...

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Andy *******

Closest one, DC/LA/Chicago

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Brandon ************

Yes. Each state is covered by a specific office. There should be a map somewhere that shows the zones.

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