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What are the best Thai visa run agencies in Penang?
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The discussion revolves around the best Thai visa run agencies in Penang, with several users recommending Jim Tachinamurthy's services as reliable. However, some comments caution about additional charges for document printing. The Banana Agency is also mentioned as a certified agency. Participants highlight the importance of having complete documentation, including proof of funds and travel bookings, especially as the consulate in Penang is becoming stricter with visa applications.
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Andrej **********
And pay Jim in RM because he killing in exchange of currency
Andrej **********
Yes Jim's place!But first prepare prints of hotel booking and air ticket because he is charging500thb per a paper is's not so big money but 1000 thb for 2 papers that you can do it yourselfe is crazy it's like Thai visa in Laos.Sorry Jim but it's really crazy.
Cristina **************
Jim
Emily ********
ORIGINAL POSTERThanks everyone I'm actually going with an agency from thailand which is perfect for me :)
Chris ********
Now you have to show up yourself at the consulate so unless you don't know how to make a bank statement, hotel booking and flight onward by yourself, there is no more meaning to use an agency.
Marco *********
@Chris *******
If you use a certified agent you don't need to show up and don't need to show a bank statement unless you are applying for you 3rd or 4th tourist visa.If you go by yoyrself, it is true what you said.
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@Marco ********
Not true as I was there applying for SETV having only one previously and I had to show the bank statement as mentioned.Marco *********
And don't need to show a bank statement unless you are applying for you 3rd or 4th tourist visa
Marco *********
If you use a certified agent you don't need to show up
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check my recent post about Penang, I just came back from there.
Chris ********
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Patrick *******
Banana on Lebuh Chulia and Lebuh Love lane
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Duncan *******
Go to Jim. Do not pass go, do not collect $200.
Chris **********
Jim 100%
Marco *********
By the way, there are 2 certified agents in Penang:
- Banana
- Anel Sharma.
- Banana
- Anel Sharma.
Ron *******
Be aware Monday May 14th is a Thai holiday. Royal ploughing ceremony. I'm not sure if that effects immigration offices, Embassys and consulates abroad.
Marco *********
Penang is open on 14th.
This month it will be closed on 29th.
This month it will be closed on 29th.
Ron *******
I just looked on the Airasia App. KL isn't too bad. Penang is ridiculous at around 8000 baht or more return from U-Tapao inc add on's.
Ron *******
I guess it will be an excuse though for the airlines to double there prices from about Wednesday onwards as per normal on a long weekend holiday!
Tod *********
Good point (y) I just checked and the consulates in Malaysia (Penang, Kuala Lumpur and Kota Bharu) aren't closed on that day ;)
Vientiane and Savannakhet are though :)
Vientiane and Savannakhet are though :)
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@Emily *******
, did you already get a 30 day extension from the immigration office for 1900baht on this current entry?Emily ********
ORIGINAL POSTERYeah so I've only been here for 90 days
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Ady *******
Tod, for a passport with 4 VOAs on it, which Thai Embassy is the best for a 2 months tourist visa? Vientianne, Phnom Penh or .. ?
Ady *******
But if i ll pay for an agency to get the visa for me in PP? i ask because i ll be for sure in Phnom Penh for 4-5 days and Vietnianne it's not on my list :)) But ... if i have to go there .. i will go :) Thank you and have a good day!
Tod *********
@Ady ******
you're not on the list of prohibited countries in either Lao or Malaysia.Of the choices you asked about I'd say the thai consulate in Vientiane would be the easiest one to use. They require NO proof of funds, onward travel or hotel booking.
The thai consulate in Penang requires all three of those proof-ofz, as does the consulate in Phnom Penh AND Phnom Penh takes 3 days to get your passport back to you
Ady *******
Romania
Tod *********
@Ady ******
what country are you from of the 21 that by VOA's when they arrive hereAdy *******
4 VOA for 15 days bought for 2000 thb
Tod *********
Do you have 4 Visa On Arrivals that you BOUGHT when you landed here for 2000baht and were good for 15 days
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Do you have four 30 day visa exempt entry stamps that you got for free when you stamped in here
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Do you have four 30 day visa exempt entry stamps that you got for free when you stamped in here
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Keep in mind Penang really tightened up and if you have a couple tourist visas already in your passport they could deny you. You will have to show a bank statement with 20K baht (or the equivalent) in it, proof of onward travel within 60-90 days) and a hotel booking for at least 3 or 4 days.
Jim *******
Emily Hasson . It maybe not the best idea saying that you Live in Koh Phangan,yet wanting a tourist visa.
Chris ********
@Tod ********
They are asking for all proofs now, check my last post about Penang as I just came back from there. And no need anymore of using any agent as you have to show up yourself at the consulate unless you don't know how to print a bank statement, onward ticket and hotel booking.Tod *********
@Marco ********
, so they're not asking for proof of 20K baht in a bank account?Chris ********
@Marco ********
it is indeed, I just came back from thereMarco *********
@Michael ********
it is not a fine, correct. But if you don't show the ticket, Consulate issues SETV if you pay extra 1000 thb (call it as you prefer).Michael *********
@Marco ********
there’s no fine for not meeting the lawful requirements to gain a SETV, you just won’t be issued with a Visa if you don’t meet the criteria.Marco *********
They could ask you to show your last ticket you arrived TO Thailand
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an hotel payment confirmation (not just reservation) for at least 7 days
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an hotel payment confirmation (not just reservation) for at least 7 days
Marco *********
Penang is going to be less and less friendly about Tourist Visa.
I worry this new rule will be applied soon:
I worry this new rule will be applied soon:
Marco *********
1000 baht is the fine that Consulate gives (or, better, the extra amount they would ask you to pay) if you don't show a ticket reservation/confirmation
Christine ***********
@Emily *******
prices at banana. See the fine print in second picture regarding flight ticketTod *********
If you only have that one tourist visa in your passport AND you meet the requirements you will be fine down there.
Emily ********
ORIGINAL POSTERNow I'm starting to stress hence being up at 6.30am because I haven't booked anything and my visa finishes on the 12th
Emily ********
ORIGINAL POSTERIt will be my 2nd but I went to a visa agency here and they said just go with your passport and the agency in Penang will sort out the rest they gave me a recommendation but never replied
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Tod *********
What visa are you wanting to get down there?
Emily ********
ORIGINAL POSTER2 month tourist visa
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Tod *********
If you're already IN Penang you don't need a visa run company you just need someone agent down there.
Banana Agency gets used a lot and so does Jim Tachinamurthy BUT every guest house down there seems to do visas for thailand for their guests
Banana Agency gets used a lot and so does Jim Tachinamurthy BUT every guest house down there seems to do visas for thailand for their guests
Valère *************************
If you ask me:
@Jim **************
served me and lot's of people I personally know very well over the years. Is always involved and goes the extra mile if you run into difficulties. Not just a paper pusher but also a (legal) fixer!Emily ********
ORIGINAL POSTERI'm in Thailand now just need an agency helping me get everything sorted but I'll look at those ones you mentioned
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