Answered10 months ago
How long should one expect to wait for Thai visa approval after applying?
The wait is over
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The post celebrates the approval of a Thai visa application, highlighting the emotions involved in waiting for a response. Commenters share their own experiences with visa applications, including timelines and previous rejections. The discussion reveals common concerns among expats regarding the duration of the visa approval process and seeks insights into other's experiences with specific application statuses.
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Anonymous ******************
Today I applied again at HCMC after being rejected six months ago in Hanoi.
Koyoto *****
Did you status changed to 'waiting for approval' or just straight from 'pending document check' to approved?
Anonymous *************
OPI didn't check for status. I was only waiting for email
James *******
Remarkable. Truly very useful to this group.
Anonymous ******************
E visa not dtv?!
James ********
ALL Thai Visas are applied for using the Evisa online application system
The PDF issued by email to the applicant describes the DTV visa.
The PDF issued by email to the applicant describes the DTV visa.
Anonymous ******************
I remember the sense of relief and happiness when I got that email back in October last year. I was sat alone at night in an AirBnB in Hanoi waiting for it. Such a great feeling. Congratulations 🎉
Joshua ********
Anonymous participant 548 🤣 I was in a hotel in Hanoi when I got mine in November this year.
Andi ***********
Well worth the wait! how many days?
Anonymous *************
OPAbout 5 business days
Andi ***********
Anonymous participant Quick, some complaining HCMC takes too long . Softpower or Workcation?
Anonymous *************
OPSoft. Those that complain are the ones that submit incorrect info or lack of info and that makes officer's job harder.
Matan *******
How long did you wait?
Anonymous *************
OPApplied Dec 7, approved on Dec 15th. Not long
John *********
Anonymous participant not bad considering there was a Thai Public holiday on 10 Dec! Soft or workcation?
Anonymous *************
OPSoft
Anonymous ******************
where did you apply?
Anonymous *************
OPHcmc Vietnam
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