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What are recent experiences applying for a Thai visa from France, and how long did the process take?

Aug 21, 2025
8 months ago
Thaís ***********
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Paris - France

Wanted to hear about recent experiences applying in France in the past few months. How long did it take? Did they ask for further documentation?

Thanks a lot! Merci! 🙏🏼
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The conversation reveals various individual experiences regarding the timeline of applying for a Thai visa from France. Responses shared timelines ranging from 2 to over 5 weeks, with some mentioning the need for additional documentation. It was noted that residency in France might be a requirement to apply through the embassy.
Radia ************
2 weeks very quick and easy! i’ve been here 7 months now. Going great!
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John *******
Also, are you a resident of France? I believe you need to be a resident to apply via this embassy.
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Thaís ***********
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@John ******
that’s correct!
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Anonymous ******************
Almost 5weeks
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Benjamin *********
Got it this week , took 4 weeks and 1 day
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Meaw ************
Our latest muay thai customer= around 25 working days 😊 soplease plan
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Thaís ***********
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@Meaw ***********
that’s pretty long! I have time to the flight but I need to ship some of my stuff and customs need a DTV number ☹️
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Thaís ***********
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Well, not really. Otherwise it would be called “tourist visa”
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@Thaís **********
shipping goods to Thailand... ??? The DTV visa is a Tourist Visa.
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