thailand
Ask question

What are the best cities besides Vientiane to obtain a Non-immigrant B visa?

Non-immigrant B visaVisa applicationThailand visaEmbassyExpat adviceSoutheast AsiaVientianeKL MalaysiaSingaporeHong KongHo Chi Minh CityTokyoPerthPenangSeoul
Sep 14, 2017
7 years ago
E.M. *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
Besides Vientiane, what are some other good cities to to get a Non-immigrant B visa?
1,459
views
3
likes
48
all likes
26
replies
0
images
11
users
TLDR : Answer Summary
The discussion primarily revolves around alternative cities to Vientiane for obtaining a Non-immigrant B visa. Suggestions include Kuala Lumpur (KL), Penang, Hong Kong, Singapore, Ho Chi Minh City, Seoul, and Tokyo. The experiences shared emphasize the importance of having the correct documentation and highlight variations in approval based on nationality and purpose of the visa. Notably, KL is mentioned as favorable for Americans, while Singapore has moved to an online application system, requiring documentation to be submitted beforehand.
Russell **********
Hong Kong. 20 mins. 15 mins day one 5 day 2
7 years ago
Like
Reply
Adam ***********
Good opportunity to take advantage of the ridiculously cheap business class rates Emirates have on that route as well - cheaper than Cathay economy last time I did it.
7 years ago
Like
Reply
Valère *************************
@Eric ********
 I mean a paper pusher. For those few hundred baht extra I won't need to show face and stand in a queue at the embassy. I still have to produce all my documents myself though. I bring them from Thailand, drop them on his desk and next thing I know visa in pasport. I'm using the services of
@Jim **************
 who has never failed me and many others.
7 years ago
Like
Reply
E.M. *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Valère ************************
 when you say agent you mean person working at the consulate, correct? You do not mean an agency, correct?
7 years ago
Like
Reply
Valère *************************
Why are you guys always in such a hurry.... when I go to Penang I stay a week and make it a holiday. Drop my papers at the agent = 2 minutes. Pick-up a few days after = 2 minutes no stress 😎😎😎
7 years ago
Like
Reply
Russell **********
@Ivan ***********
 yeah. More expensive but one night rather than 3.
7 years ago
Like
Reply
Ivan ************
Hong Kong also do the pick up in the morning, which is unusual. You can get your passport back from 9:30am, and fly out same day.
7 years ago
Like
Reply
Valère *************************
Yes I got that after some decoding.... but couldn't resist 😎😎😎
7 years ago
Like
Reply
Russell **********
Hong Kong. The whole process takes 20 minutes. About 15 on day one when you drop it off and about 5 when you pick it up on day 2. It is also easy to fly in the morning and go straight to the consulate which is pretty unique as Other locations can't get you there early enough. As a result you can spend about 36 hours in HK.
7 years ago
Like
Reply
Valère *************************
Is this code language for your alien friends circling Earth and looking for a landing spot?
7 years ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Valère *************************
Reply
Tod *********
Some of it depends on if you're getting a Non-B to be a teacher or to work in another field because the criteria is different for them. Another one is what nationality you are because some consulates are biased towards some people even though the country they come from isn't on the list of countries that can't get visas there.

Most consulates will work as long as you check their website first, and as long as the employer gives you all the documentation you need.
7 years ago
Like
Reply
E.M. *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
I'm American and yes I am a teacher. I am leaning towards Penang and Ho Chi Minh.
7 years ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
E.M. *******
Reply
Valère *************************
I've done it in Perth once also, but rather an expensive option.
7 years ago
Like
Reply
Valère *************************
KL only 3 month I believe. Penang 1 year for sure. Penang is very nice...
7 years ago
Like
Reply
Fausto ********
Not kl anymore...only penang for what I've been told
7 years ago
Like
Reply
Thomas **********
Clarification: Day 1 tried but needed more "proofs"; Day 1 resubmitted and accepted; Day 3 picked up visa.
7 years ago
Like
Reply
Thomas **********
I'm an American and I had no trouble in KL. I didn't have all of "the proofs" so they sent me across the street, I used Line to ask my coordinator to fax them, submitted ALL ood the proofs the next day and picked picked it up the next day. If I'd arrived early and all of my proofs had been faxed in a timely fashion, I might have been able to get it done without the extra day. Lessons Learned: have all proofs in hand and arrive early so and problems can be fixed same day.
7 years ago
Like
Reply
Tod *********
KL is fine for certain nationalities if you have all the documents correct...
7 years ago
Like
Reply
Dani ********
Do you know why KL is so different? (
@Saulo *******
)
7 years ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Dani ********
Reply
Jeremy ********
Ho Chi Minh Vietnam...Singapore...KL Malaysia...HK....Seoul South Korea....Tokyo Japan
7 years ago
Like
Reply
Charlie *********
That's good information to me Tod because I have family there which makes it my natural first choice
7 years ago
Like
Reply
Tod *********
@Cha****
, Singapore went to online applications back in Feb of this year. They don't do walk ups.

This means you could submit your documentation to them from bangkok and find out if it's gonna fly.

If you got an approval you could fly over and get the visa stamped into your passport.

A lot of the consulates that people say are hard core or one way (Japan, Singapore, etc) aren't. They just want the documentation they want and if you don't provide it you don't get the visa.
7 years ago
Like
Reply
Jeremy ********
It's still an option...you never requested good or bad places just places
7 years ago
Like
Reply
Charlie *********
I heard Singapore was a particularly bad place to go...
7 years ago
Like
Reply
Jeremy ********
Anywhere there is a Thai embassy/consulate you can get it
7 years ago
Like
Reply
Tod *********
that narrowed it down. ;)
7 years ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Tod *********
Reply
Thai Visa Advice
... members · 40% approval rate
The Thai Visa Advice group is a specialized Q&A forum for visa-related topics in Thailand, ensuring detailed responses.
Join the Group
Thai Visa Advice
View the Conversation
Thai Visa Advice
Which is better for obtaining a tourist visa, Penang or Vientiane?
41 comments
7 months ago
Which Thai embassy is the fastest for applying for a Non-B visa: Vientiane, Savannakhet or Penang?
20 comments
2 years ago
What are the best options for applying for a Non-B visa at Thai consulates in Malaysia, Laos, and Vietnam?
10 comments
2 years ago
What are the best options for getting a Thai tourist visa and what should I be aware of?
37 comments
2 years ago
What are the best locations to obtain a non-immigrant B visa currently?
9 comments
2 years ago
Which location is better for applying for a SETV visa: HCMC, Penang, or KL?
3 comments
5 years ago
What Are the Best Embassies or Consulates for Processing Non Imm B Visas with Minimum Hassle?
3 comments
5 years ago
Which is better for applying for a Non-B visa, Singapore or KL?
6 comments
5 years ago
What are the best options for obtaining a Non-B Visa for working in Thailand from different locations?
7 comments
5 years ago
What are the pros and cons of getting a regular tourist visa in Ho Chi Minh City versus Vientiane?
17 comments
5 years ago
What are the best places to convert a student visa in Southeast Asia besides Vientiane?
5 comments
5 years ago
What are the best options for South African passport holders to obtain a Non-Immigrant B visa in Southeast Asia?
10 comments
5 years ago
What are the best alternatives to Vientiane for obtaining a Thai tourist visa, and what is the current turnaround time for these applications?
17 comments
6 years ago
What are the best locations outside Thailand to apply for a Non-B Visa?
3 comments
6 years ago
What are the best destinations for obtaining a tourist visa to Thailand without strict requirements?
10 comments
6 years ago
Which consulate is the second most friendly for obtaining a SETV after Vientiane?
17 comments
6 years ago
What is the best location to apply for a Non-B visa considering the current conditions?
6 comments
7 years ago
How does obtaining a Non-Imm B visa at the Thai consulate in Hong Kong compare to doing it in Laos or Singapore?
5 comments
7 years ago
What are the best locations for a visa run from Thailand, particularly for third-time applicants?
3 comments
7 years ago
Is Penang the only nearby Consulate for obtaining a Multi Entry Non Immigrant B Visa?
17 comments
7 years ago
What are the options for obtaining a Non-B multiple entry one-year visa in Vientiane?
19 comments
7 years ago
Where can I go for a Non-B visa application as a South African expat in Thailand?
21 comments
7 years ago
What are my options for SETV after multiple visits to Vientiane, and what are the agency statuses for each alternative?
9 comments
7 years ago
Which city is more user-friendly for obtaining a Non-B visa: Savannakhet or Vientiane?
4 comments
7 years ago
What are the recommended and easiest places to get a Tourist visa for Thailand?
4 comments
8 years ago
Data protection policyTerms and conditionsDisclaimerPrivacy policyRefund policy
The asq:thailand community, consisting of multiple Q/A groups with over 100,000 members, powers this platform. It is not an official government resource. Our members actively contribute to this resource, and while we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee its complete reliability. Assistance to travelers is provided as a community service.