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Is it possible to renew a Thai tourist visa in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and how does the process compare to Kuala Lumpur?
Hi, I've only done my tourist visa ever at Kuala Lumpur but thinking of doing it at Ho Chi Minh Vietnam, just wondering if this is possible first? And if it's just as easy and the same process as Kuala Lumpur?
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The user inquires about the possibility of renewing a Thai tourist visa in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, comparing it to the process they experienced in Kuala Lumpur. Comments indicate that the visa process in HCMC is relatively easy, with one user mentioning that they received their visa the next day with minimal hassle, requiring just proof of onward travel and accommodation. However, it is also noted that U.S. passport holders may need to apply for an eVisa for Vietnam prior to arrival. Recent experiences suggest that requirements may vary, with some reporting that proof of funds and accommodation were once needed but could now be less strict.
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Terary **********
I just did mine (4 months ago) in HCMC. It was super easy. I think just onward travel and accommodation. There was no waiting, done next day. Painless.
Saigon is nice place to visit (though I recommend getting out and see more of Vietnam).
I did the eVisa. I think it was required (I am US passport holder). Careful about this. When getting off the plane and going to the immigration check, you will need to stop at an office to get the actual visa. I didn't realize, and waited in line at the passport control and was turned back to go to the the office.
Saigon is nice place to visit (though I recommend getting out and see more of Vietnam).
I did the eVisa. I think it was required (I am US passport holder). Careful about this. When getting off the plane and going to the immigration check, you will need to stop at an office to get the actual visa. I didn't realize, and waited in line at the passport control and was turned back to go to the the office.
Terary **********
would not* accept
Terary **********
Seriously, they would accept a couple of the bills I had and they only accept USD
Terary **********
$40 - crisp USD.. Make sure they are in mint condition.
Grant **********
OP@Terary *********
not the evisa I don't need that as I get 15 days free entry into Vietnam because I'm on a English passport... I need a Thai 60 day tourist visaTerary **********
I don't recall exactly. The eVisa cost $50 (usd) and the stamp cost $20/USD - if I remember correctly.. And the funny thing is - they're particular about the $20 bill being in mint condition.
Grant **********
OPThanks, yeah I been to Vietnam for holiday before so I have done most of it and I get 15 days visa on arrival for free as I have U.K. Passport.
How much was the visa was it in Vietnamese dong or baht? that was a tourist visa u got yes?
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How much was the visa was it in Vietnamese dong or baht? that was a tourist visa u got yes?
Thanks
Jeremy ********
You might have to buy an Evisa for Vietnam before you depart...
Jeremy ********
ok
Grant **********
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yeah I'm BritishJeremy ********
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Grant **********
OPI think you still get free 15 days on arrival, only need visa if staying more
Tod *********
Both thai consulates in Vietnam were asking for all 3-proof-ofs a while back; proof of 20K baht in a bank account, proof of a hotel booking and proof of onward travel. BUT recent reports are they just want onward travel.
Tod *********
@Grant *********
if there are requirements for proof of funds at a thai consulate it will be a bank statement. if there are requirements for proof of funds at passport control when you stamp into the country it will be cash
Grant **********
OP@Tod ********
okay so has to be in the bank rather than cash on me yes? And has to be a printed statement?Tod *********
@Gr***
, bank account 20K baht or the equivalent in another currencyGrant **********
OP@Tod ********
does it have to be a bank statement or 20,000 cash? CheersTod *********
@Grant *********
not necessarily, there are a LOT of people that use the thai consulates in Vietnam. Just be ready to meet the requirements and you'll be fine. Even penang wants proof of funds and a hotel booking now for a tourist visaGrant **********
OPThanks, maybe panang or Kuala Lumpur is just safer then.
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