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

Aug 1, 2025
2 days ago
Jonathan **********
ORIGINAL POSTER
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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TLDR : Answer Summary
The conversation discusses various experiences with the THAI VISA CENTER for obtaining a Non-O visa while in Thailand. The original poster is seeking advice on applying without returning to the USA and is open to visiting neighboring Southeast Asian countries for the process. Community members share their positive experiences with the visa center, noting excellent service, while some suggest attempting the application process independently by checking local immigration office requirements. Mention of needing proof of residence to apply from another country, and suggestions for selecting a visa-friendly neighboring country are also provided.
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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.
Jonathan **********
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Stuart ********
Thanks for that heads up. My extension expires on August 30th. 29 days away.
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