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How should I apply for a METV as a UK passport holder residing in France?

Graham ********
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I am going to apply for a METV and was going to submit my application through the official Thai visa website but have noticed that people have mentioned they are applying through their country's embassy. My situation is I have an official residency in France as I have lived there for 20 years but have a UK passport. I'm looking for advice on what I should do.
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The user is looking to apply for a Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV) to Thailand, and is uncertain whether to apply through the official Thai visa website or via the Thai embassy in France. They hold a UK passport but have been residing in France for 20 years. The community members have provided advice, noting the challenges of contacting the embassy, the possibility of applying online, and emphasizing the importance of ensuring that all necessary documents are submitted to avoid delays.
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Ian *********
Ian *********
You have 3 months validity and should have applied giving about 6 weeks to allow for all possibilities.

I hope you get it sorted.
Will ************
Will ************
Should have applied in the first week of August to be on he safe side.
Kim ********
Kim ********
What type of visa have you applied for? That's pretty relevant info for the post as there's so many different types.
John ***************
John ***************
I applied for my Non-O retirement visa through their Canberra embassy on 5 Sept and received the visa on 15 Sept. Perhaps call them? Might be missing some documents, or need clarification. They do say 10 working days, at least, for approval.
Tony ********
Tony ********
You may have applied too late ,I have found that it takes about 3 weeks upwards for a,non o marriage visa.

Lets hope im wrong!
Kathy *********
Kathy *********
What sort of Visa? Did you check the tracking to see what status it's at? If you cannot see what's happening via the tracking, or have no email asking for further information (check junk mail in case it's gone there), you can try to call them.
James ********
James ********
Be patient. The Australian Thai Embassy or Consulates are very good with issuing Thai Visas.

Which Thai Embassy or Consulate did you apply for a Thai Visa using the Evisa online application system?

What Thai Visa are you applying for ?

Do you have a recent history of living in Thailand with Visa Exempt entry or other Thai Visas?

Are you Married to Thai?

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