Hi , my non-o e-visa application based on retirement has been on processing, pending approval since 1st October at London thai embassy. I've not been asked to submit any further documents or photos. I put an expected date of arrival in Thailand as 29/11/25 . Is this normal ?
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The user inquired about the unusual duration of their non-O e-visa application for retirement, which has been pending since October 1st without requests for additional documents or photos. Comments from other users indicate that quick processing times are typically expected, and it's suggested that communication through social media may yield better results. A user shared their recent experience of receiving approval shortly after applying, while others noted the need for an additional photo and documents during the application process.
NON-O RETIREMENT VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
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I submitted bio page in passport, a photo of me , proof of being in U.K and 3 months bank statements with a balance over the Β£18k . When I applied the status was document check then changed to processing pending approval, that was on1st October. I haven't been asked for any further documents. I check the E-visa portal daily and it's been on processing pending approval since 1st October.
Ian i received this email today from the london embassy about visa processing at the moment. Dear Sir/Madam,
Thank you for your email.
Your documents are currently under review. Due to the high volume of applications, we kindly ask for your patience during this process. The estimated processing time is 10 business days after the latest submission of the requested documents. However, in some cases, the process may take longer.
We appreciate your understanding and will notify you once there is an update regarding your application.
That's good you've been updated to waiting approval , I've been on waiting approval since 1st . It was a holiday on Monday and the embassy was closed so they've lost a day there too .