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What are the experiences of others with THAI VISA CENTER for obtaining a Non-O visa?

Aug 1, 2025
23 days ago
Jonathan **********
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Hello,

I would appreciate anyone sharing their experience working with the THAI VISA CENTER to obtain a non-o visa. I am presently in Thailand on my 30 day tourist extension. I do not want to fly all the way back to my home country (USA), but would be happy to fly to any S.E. Asia location that has a Thai embassy that will allow me to apply for a non-o. Thank you for any thoughts you care to share.

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The post inquires about experiences with the Thai Visa Center for obtaining a Non-O visa while currently in Thailand on a tourist extension. Several comments suggest positive experiences with the Thai Visa Center, highlighting excellent service and recommending their use. Some comments recommend self-application for those who meet the criteria and suggest visiting local immigration offices for requirements. Additional advice includes checking the requirements at Thai embassies in neighboring countries and ensuring not having to obtain a visa to minimize costs.
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Alan **********
MANEERAT Pattaya can do
Ar *******
@Alan *********
only if you have a bank account opened
Jim *******
Thai Visa Centre are great. If you have to use an agency, go with them.
Phil ******
@Jonathan *********
4.9 rating from 1552 people. That speaks for itself

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Michael *******
If you are legit do it yourself good experience
Michael ********
They helped me out as didnt have time to wait for approval. Service was spot on before, during and after
Graham ******
You can apply for a Non-O in any of the neighbouring countries, check the Embassy websites for their requirements [hint, if possible choose a country where you don't need a visa to enter if possible to keep costs down]
Jonathan **********
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Graham *****
I understand that you need to have proof of residence in the country where you are (say Vietnam) to get a Thai Non immigrant o visa at a Thai embassy in that country. Do you know of a way a person flying in and out to achieve that?
Graham ******
@Jonathan *********
Your passport entry stamp works for most
John **********
In my view your better doing it yourself if you can meet the criteria. Pop to your local immigration office and ask them for their requirements
Jack ********
@John *********
I agree and I also like to pull my own teeth rather than pay a bloody dentist.
Marty ******
Okay service
Todd *********
Excellent service from beginning to end
Rune ********
Will use them again
James ************
they did great for me
Stuart *********
@THAI *****************************
offer excellent service.

You’ll need to speak with them (do so via the Line app) about time frames. You may not have enough days left to convert.
Jan ******************
@Stuart ********
do you know if they still manage to assist you with opening a bank account on a visa exemption or tourist visa for the visa process?
Stuart *********
@Jan *****************
I believe they were if it were part of a visa package with them, but it’s best to check with them as for the past few weeks things have been weird with banks.
Kevin ******
@Stuart ********
yes i believe that is the case, if it is part of a visa package.
Jonathan **********
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Stuart ********
Thanks for that heads up. My extension expires on August 30th. 29 days away.
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