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How can I apply for a Thai visa in Istanbul if there is no Thai embassy?

Oct 8, 2024
2 years ago
Gary *********
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Just applied in Istanbul - fingers crossed, I will keep this upated! Before online if choosing "Turkey" it would say there is no place to apply. October 8th this changed. Just an FYI - it can all be done online now
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The user has recently applied for a Thai visa online from Istanbul, noting that the process changed on October 8th, allowing for applications that previously showed no options. They are currently awaiting feedback and have received a request for additional documents, including a PDF bank statement and proof of being a CEO. They seek support from others in the community and plan to update their progress.
Gary *********
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Finished and done. Easy as pie after the initial rejection,
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Andi ***********
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You are a resident of Turkey?
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Gary *********
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UPDATE - only two days and I got a request for more documents. 1. Banks statement needs to be a PDF not a screenshot (NO IDEA HERE) I sent a PDF of a bank statement. Not sure what to do, I just sent one of my other bank accounts that looks older and crappier (credit union) capital one has very pretty statements - maybe that is the issue? #2 proof you are CEO of the company. I sent a picture of my business card, has the website where I am listed and so is my picture. I guess the next move by me if this is not accepted would be to send our operating agreement? I have found business cards work really well for this in Asia. Let's see! I will keep updating.
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Gary *********
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Exact wording - Your visa application has been rejected. Wrong personal information (Name does not match the one in the passport)
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Gary *********
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Another update - I got asked for employment certfiicate, provided it - got a rejection for "name does not match passport" this is compleetely false. Any idea what to do now?
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Annie ************
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James *******
Please let us know as soon as you know, i'm so nervous.
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Gary *********
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@James ******
See my updated post. I redid it all and it came in about 10 business days. Not sure the initial problem other than the website is a bit goofy with the OCR of passports.
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Gary *********
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Process was simple online, shows as "documents pending" as of today
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Yigit **********
How possible ? in Istanbul there is no thai embassy
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Gary *********
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@Yigit *********
There is an embassy in Ankara and a consulate in Istanbul. The process is now online for Istanbul as of the 8th.
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Sesin **********
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can you please post here the location of the consulate in İstanbul?
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Stephan ***********
Good luck!
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Andi ***********
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