What are the experiences and requirements for obtaining a Schengen visa from Thailand?

Feb 5, 2024
10 months ago
Lennart **********
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Wow, my girlfriend applied for a Schengen visa to visit Sweden at vfs in Bangkok 29/1. Today 5/2 she recived her passport with the visa approved.

Many thanks to the swedish embassy, for excellent service.
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A user shared their experience of their girlfriend receiving a Schengen visa to Sweden, highlighting the efficient service from the Swedish embassy in Bangkok. Comments from the community include inquiries about the required documentation for a successful visa application, expressions of support for easier travel for Thai citizens, and a related question on obtaining a Schengen visa for Spain or Portugal.
Xr ***
i don't think swedish embassy checking this group for messages...
Lennart **********
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@Xr **
oh,are you sure?
Murugesan **************
Congratulations ๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽˆ๐ŸŽŠCongratulations ๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽˆ๐ŸŽŠ
Christopher ***********
My Thai Mrs wants to take a holiday in Spain and/or Portugal. Anyone with experience of applying for a Schengen tourist visa to either please?
Declan **********
@Christopher **********
Employment and the financial proof is key
Christopher ***********
@Declan *********
Thanks for that Declan! Going to have to work on this.
Jessica ******
Love hearing stories like this. Thai people deserve equal access to travel.
Sam ********
Congrats! Did she have strong documentation? (adequate savings, job & property in Thailand, lots of travel experience, etc.?)
Lennart **********
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@Sam *******
yes,she had all of the required paper.
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