What are the current processing times and challenges for obtaining a UK visa for a Thai national?

Aug 30, 2022
2 years ago
Lauren ***********
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Hi, does anyone know anything about obtaining visa for thai national to get to uk? An application has been made in June but we’ve heard nothing further and she is meant to be travelling next week!
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The conversation revolves around the experience of applying for a UK visa for a Thai national. It highlights that applications may take 3 to 6 months to process, with multiple users sharing their experiences, including a recent rejection due to financial issues. There's discussion on the difficulties of expediting the process and suggestions to avoid purchasing tickets until the visa is secured. Additionally, it mentions the potential benefits of using regulated agents for future applications to ensure a transparent process.
Leigh *****
My friend waited 6 months for visa to uk
Nick ******
Hi we applied at the beginning of June and today had a letter refusing her visa application ☹️
Lauren ***********
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@Nick *****
sorry to hear that, thank you. Did they give reasons why?
Nick ******
@Lauren **********
yes to do with finances, but they obviously did look at it properly ! And there’s no way to appeal 😞
John *********
@Nick *****
If you complete the application via a registered solicitors regulatory authority approved solicitor then they have the right of appeal.

This is where agencies in Thailand fall down as they have no right of appeal

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Nick ******
@John ********
my girlfriend sister did the paperwork this maybe where the issue lies next time I will use an agent
John *********
@Nick *****
hi nick, agents do not have an appeal process as they are not regulated. Many also do not show you what they submit. SRA regulated firms show the entire application prior to submission thus a transparent and upfront regulated process. Trust in what you are used to back home!! J
Will ************
At least 3 months.. don’t buy a ticket until you have the visa.
Giorgio ******
@Will ***********
you need the plane reservation to get the visa . Once you get the visa you confirm and pay for the ticket ..

... or not if it's too late.

The good thing is you don't need 3 months to get a new flight
Will ************
@Giorgio *****
nope you need an estimated date of travelling ( it’s all there in the application)I’ve done all this before.
Giorgio ******
@Will ***********
ok .depends on your country . For France they need a plane reservation .

Good luck . Hope you get it
Will ************
@Giorgio *****
got it first time very easy
Giorgio ******
@Will ***********
good for you
Av **********
Postpone that ticket
Lauren ***********
ORIGINAL POSTER
Thank you!
Av **********
@Lauren **********
yeah it blows...but better be safe than sorry :) good luck to u guys!
Lauren ***********
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@Av *********
looks like this might be only option!
Nigel *********
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Lauren ***********
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Thanks. I’m assuming there’s nothing that can be done to chase it up/expedite it?
Michael ********
3 months or more at present
Stuart *********
Seen numerous posts saying theirs took 12 weeks or more.
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