Is it normal to wait 2 days to collect my retirement visa from the Thai Embassy in Vientiane?

May 22, 2023
2 years ago
Mark *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
Hi. So, I am currently in Vientiane and just submitted my retirement visa documents. The process went very fast. (Last time I was here the documents were checked twice at another area, to make sure all was correct).

I was given a pick up date for Wednesday (previously it was the next day, but this time 2 days wait).

Is it normal now to have to wait 2 days before collecting or does it indicate there may need more time to check my history? (I have a LOT of different Thailand stamps including, Tourist, education and volunteer).

At this stage can the visa still be denied?

Just a little nervous.

Thank you all.
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The user has submitted documents for a retirement visa in Vientiane and is concerned about the 2-day wait for passport collection, wondering if this indicates potential issues with their application history given their various stamps from Thailand. A commenter reassures them that this wait is standard procedure and inquires about additional residency proof requirements.
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Bruno **************
Don't worry, 2 working days to pick up back your passport is the standard procedure now at Vientiane Thai Embassy.

Did they ask you for a proof of residency in Thailand as rental contract or TM30 receipt of notification ?
Mark *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
Thank you.

I wasn't asked for proof of residency or TM30. I took my rental contract document and photocopied the TM30. The photocopy of TM30 was given back to me and nothing mentioned about the residency proof.

Is it possible that I could get my visa denied because of this or would the officer have asked me for them when applying this morning?

Thanks again!
Mark *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
No. The statement letter showing the sum was all that was requested. I had my bank book and copy, but it wasn't asked for.
John **********
@Mark ******
they wouldn't have accepted your application if it wasn't accompanied by all the documents they need. Whether it will be approved or not I guess you'll have to wait and see.
Bruno **************
@Mark ******
No, don't worry about that...Proof of residency in Thailand is not a required document to apply for a Non O visa at Vientiane Thai Embassy...I just asked you for information.

How much did you paid for the Lao visa at Nong Khai Bridge ? 40$ maybe ? Did they ask to pay with US Dollars or Thai Baht ?
Mark *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Bruno *************
I paid 1800 Baht at the border
Bruno **************
@Mark ******
Hello, did you get back your passport with your Non O visa approved today ?
Mark *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Bruno *************
yes. I have another question in fact.. but I will post a new question.
Bruno **************
@Mark ******
You can ask me your another question if you want.

For information, did they ask you a copy of your bank book in addition to your bank letter ?
Richard *********
@Mark ******
wow, they saw u coming< visa is $40
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