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What are the experiences and steps to apply for a Thai visa through the Hanoi Embassy in Vietnam?

Dec 11, 2025
2 days ago
Frantzces *****
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I want to thank all the people who have shared their experiences with the process, it helped me to streamline my paperwork. My partner also helped me to organize everything. Here's my story:

I applied on Dec. 5. They requested more information on Dec. 8, then requested even more information on the 9th. They approved me on Dec. 11th.

I tried to redact some client information and they weren't having it. It made me a little uneasy but I guess it is what it is.

I applied through the Hanoi Embassy in Vietnam. I was shocked on how quick it was and the cost was MUCH lower than expected.

I did have a Thai visa in the past when I used to teach so I'm not sure if that swayed the application or not.

Either way thanks again, I combed the discussion threads and it was very helpful. :)

I'll share once more when we arrive in Thailand in a few weeks.
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TLDR : Answer Summary
A user shares their streamlined experience of applying for a Thai visa through the Hanoi Embassy in Vietnam. They reported a quick process from December 5 to approval on December 11, with requests for additional information made shortly after their application submission. The user noted they had a past Thai visa from teaching, which may have influenced their application. They thanked the community for helpful insights and promised to update about their arrival in Thailand.
Jazzie *****
Yayyyy! Welcome! 🤗
Anonymous ******************
Can you specify what documents they requested?
James ********
Thank You for your helpful report 👍

Congratulations 👏👏👏

PRINT OUT THE EMAIL THAT HAS YOUR DTV VISA.

That's what you should do... print it out.

You may have to show PROOF of your DTV Visa to airline staff on check-in for your flight ✈️ to Thailand...even to the connecting airline staff. Or to the land border crossing entry Thai Immigration Officer.

Upon arrival into Thailand, show the DTV visa to the Thai Immigration Officer and look at the STAMP placed in your passport to be sure you are STAMPED in for 180 days.