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Is it too early to apply for a Thai visa with a planned arrival date in January 2026?
Dec 14, 2025
2 days ago
Koyoto *****
ORIGINAL POSTERTLDR : Answer Summary
The user inquired whether applying for a Thai visa with an intended arrival date set for January 5, 2026, was too far in advance, as they had not yet received a response from the Thai Embassy after submitting their application on December 1, 2025. Comments from other users suggested that applying early is acceptable, but typically, applicants are advised to submit their applications 4-8 weeks prior to their travel date. Additionally, public holidays in Thailand may have caused delays in processing.
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