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What are the challenges South Africans face when applying for a Thai Visa in Vietnam?

Elkart *********
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Warning to all South Africans - Vietnam...

I decided to do a VISA run to HCMC. Flew all the way here, they won't do it for South Africans. For some reason we need to prove that we are living/working in Vietnam to apply for a Thai Visa here. So now I have to hope for the best when I try get back into Thailand.

If you're South African, don't even try it.
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The post warns South Africans about difficulties in applying for a Thai Visa in Vietnam, specifically stating that they must prove residency or employment in Vietnam. The author shares their unsuccessful attempt and advises against trying to obtain a visa there. Commenters suggest alternative options, such as traveling to Savannakhet, Laos, where South Africans can apply for various types of Thai visas, and remind others to check consul regulations, as many do not allow South Africans to apply for visas.
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Terry **********
Terry **********
Elkhart I do Savannakhet every year for same visa check it out also I go alone with the paperwork you need
Robert *******
Robert *******
Sometimes, I want but I do not care what ever rule is in play. If you are South African, be aware that more Thai Consulates in surrounding countries do NOT allow you to apply for a visa. Almost every Thai Consulate have this list attached to their website, use a few minutes of your time to check, or wast your money and time because you want and you decide. Scroll to the bottom to read:
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James ********
James ********
Savannakhet was where you should have gone.

Amornrat recently posted:

Savannakhet...

Suitable for apply Non B (no issues, but not back to back),

for Non ED (best avoided for the time being, in case you still go there please have your cover letter indicating only your specific level, show bank balance THB 20,000.-.

Non O volunteer (first time OK, no back to back Non O volunteer without the letter from relevant government agency).

*****Non O yearly multiple entry if married to Thai (no issues, no proof of funds required).****

Tourist Visa, apply if you stayed less than 90 days in past 6 month, show own Thai Book Bank with balance THB 20,000.- up OR print out from your Bank account from home country value USD 700.-up. OR onward air ticket.

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James ********
James ********
Fly to Loas, apply for a visa in Savannakhet then cross back in over land boarder.
Amornrat **********
Amornrat **********
Both places in Vietnam (Hanoi and HCMC) not issue any visa for South African.
Amornrat **********
Amornrat **********
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James ********
James ********
@Elkart ********
Why not send here back solo and you continue on to Laos to get appropriate visa, she does not have to go with you.
Elkart *********
Elkart *********
OP
Ja well, now I have a massive problem on my hands. Wonder what happens when I get back to Thailand, hopefully having the wife with me to explain what happened will help somewhat.
James ********
James ********
@Elkart ********
SA Nationals are finding it hard in most SE Asian countries recently. Good share!
Elkart *********
Elkart *********
OP
Thanks, I will try Savannakhet next time. I just want to get word out so the South Africans know. My British mate had no problem getting the same VISA.
James ********
James ********
Right, so yes down the track go to Savannakhet, do not go to Malaysia as you will be in the same situation you are in now.
Elkart *********
Elkart *********
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James ********
James ********
@Elkart ********
Based on what? Marriage, dependant, retirement? Like getting blood from a stone
Elkart *********
Elkart *********
OP
Non immigrant O multi entry.
James ********
James ********
@Elkart ********
Yes but what were you after?
Elkart *********
Elkart *********
OP
Any visa they wouldn't give me anything.
James ********
James ********
@Elkart ********
What visa were you denied from obtaining?
Elkart *********
Elkart *********
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I have my family here. Going to go back with them, try get 30 days.

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