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How long do I have to travel after obtaining an O-A Non Immigrant Visa from the Thai Embassy?
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Jun 21, 2018
8 years ago
Diane *********
ORIGINAL POSTERI have visited Chiangmai many times and wish to apply for a “O-A” Non Immigrant Visa and am an Australian citizen currently living in Brisbane. I am presently awaiting legal matters to be settled and am wondering if I sent application papers to the Thai Embassy in Canberra and am approved, how long after issuance of visa, do I have to travel? Also, there seems to be a lot of paperwork involved in the process and am concerned that matters may be delayed if I make one small mistake filling out paperwork, I may have to resubmit. Could any Aussies please enlighten? Thanks!
TLDR : Answer Summary
The O-A Non Immigrant Visa allows for a one-year multi-entry visa valid for one year after issuance. After approval from the Thai Embassy, you can travel to Thailand any time within that validity period to get stamped in for a year.
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Tod *********
It's a straightforward process, provide the documentation they require and you'll get the year-long multi-entry Non-Immigrant Type O-A visa.
The visa has a validity of one year from the date it's issued, so you have that long to come to thailand and get stamped in for a year.
The visa has a validity of one year from the date it's issued, so you have that long to come to thailand and get stamped in for a year.
Diane *********
ORIGINAL POSTERMy concern was the communication with the Thai Embassy if there were problems. Wasn’t sure if I would lose my money if for some reason I missed something on application. Appreciate you putting mind at rest!
Tod *********
@Di***
Every single person who gets that O-A visa from Australia says the same thing about getting all three sets of copies notarized.. Most know their JP and get a special rate on it ;O The consulate is easy to deal with and they are also good at answering emails and calls too
Good Luck, :)
Diane *********
ORIGINAL POSTERTod Daniels Thank you Tod. I do have application form. My cranky JP will have a fit when he has to sign and witness so many pages!🤣
Tod *********
canberra.thaiembassy.org/Home/DownloadForm/7683353351
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