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What are the implications of the indefinite delay of Thailand's STV and the lack of refunds?

Oct 8, 2020
6 years ago
Garrett ***********
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The new STV was delayed "indefinitely" 2 days before it was set to launch. Also, no refunds for any applications or expenses paid.
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Recently, the launch of Thailand's new Special Tourist Visa (STV) was delayed indefinitely just two days before its debut, leaving many applicants frustrated, especially with the announcement that no refunds will be issued for any costs incurred. This has sparked a wave of comments from the expat community, expressing dissatisfaction with the Thai government's handling of the situation and concerns about the overall impact on tourism and expatriates living in Thailand.
Billy *********
Figures
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Steve *********
Why am I not surprised?
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Mark **********
They really are the clowns of the world , are they not aware that the world is laughing at them ???
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Apex ********************
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They haven't a clue.
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Steve **********
TIT
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Marguyvin **********
Mission Impossible 7:

Thailand STV
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Moon ******
They can play games now..

But the more it comes near December if they not open a let tourist in...

O. dear...

Suddenly they will realize that it's either open or finished a then they will run around crazy trying to do something

It's now or never...

Last chance is coming soon
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Paul ******
Thai people need to stop worrying about covid and worry about their government
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Adam ********
Plot twist....
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David ********
They love to torment the farang with endless red tape...Just remember, β€œin the land of the blind the one eyed farang with a lot of special monies is king...”
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Steve **********
@David *******
not any more.

Oh ! You said 'special money' .

You are right
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David *****
No refunds? Really? What an absolute bargain. Where do I sign up for this legalised theft with a smile?? 🀣 🀣 🀣 🀣 🀣
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Steve **********
@David ****
all you need is to enter Thailand by any mode of transport.
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Stuart *********
This is going to go on and on ... thank god I got my non o visa yesterday.....
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Lee **********
Hope they shoot there self in the foot
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David *******
What is the Thai government thinking about! What's next!!
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Mark ***********
Not going to make very many friends...
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Kev ********
The circus continues stay tuned for more action 🀑🀑🀑🀑
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Marguyvin **********
Pandemic caused scamdemics all over the world. Better to just settle down til this works itself out. 😐
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Gary ********
The poor Chinese won’t be happy no refunds
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