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What are the processing times and application experiences for Thai visas at various embassies?
Sep 17, 2024
2 years ago
Andrew *********
ORIGINAL POSTERJust had a ridiculous experience with the Thai embassy in Prauge. They only allow to submit an application electronicly and say it will take them 30-45 days to process.
TLDR : Answer Summary
A recent experience shared by a user regarding the Thai embassy in Prague revealed that applications must be submitted electronically, with processing times estimated at 30-45 days. This prompted comments from others detailing their experiences at different Thai embassies around the world, indicating varied processing times: from 1-2 days in Vancouver, about 4 weeks in France, and an ongoing wait of over a month in Los Angeles. Other users suggested alternative methods, such as border crossing to Poland for a faster process. It was noted that many European embassies utilize an e-visa system, which may impact wait times. Additionally, some consulates may have specific processing based on the planned departure date.
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Steven ******
Myanmar is just 2-3 days. Welcome to Myanmar 😆
Paul *******
@Steven *****
For now. By December, they'll move to the e-visa platform too.Andi ***********
@Paul ******
Do you know if the process will take longer from Dec?Paul *******
@Andi **********
Will update if I hear something.Andi ***********
@Paul ******
ok tksPaul *******
@Andi **********
I haven't heard anything beyond what they posted on their FB page.Reply to
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Vladislav *******
My application is in Madrid since August 1st and counting 😁
Henrik *****
All Embassies with E-visa are closed for personal attendance, and more will follow next month.
The website of most embassies, have information about average processing time, and / or recommended time to apply before departure.
Some are even processing depending the departure date, and not the date applyed.
The website of most embassies, have information about average processing time, and / or recommended time to apply before departure.
Some are even processing depending the departure date, and not the date applyed.
Lisa *********
In france it's 4 weeks
John *******
I believe all of Europe only uses the e-visa platform, so that is not surprising. Also, 30 days is the standard language they always say, at least for the US based consulates. That is why many seem to physically travel to other countries in Southeast Asia.
Dawid **********
Just go to Poland, cross the border and rent a hotel (booking confirmation), you will get it done in 7-10 days, all online.
Jeff **********
A friend was denied in Poland because he didn't have a current utility bill in his name to prove he lived there. He has a Polish passport.
Dawid **********
@Jeff *********
interesting, in theory hotel booking should be enough, most other countries are OK with thatJeff **********
Southeast Asian countries are okay with it. I don't think that works in Europe.
Jeff **********
In Greece they wanted my residency card and a recent utility bill or bank statement to prove I lived there. You have to be a citizen or resident in Greece to open a bank account.
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John *******
@Dawid *********
I believe you need to be either Polish or Ukrainian or a long term resident to apply via the Thai embassy in Warsaw.Reply to
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Klee **************
Thai Consulate Vancouver takes one to two days
Paul ********
@Klee *************
I was shocked when they approved my DTV 2 hours after I submitted it (end of July). Wife's which is just a dependent on mine took 24 hours.Klee **************
@Paul *******
Yes great Thai consulate to deal with, I am applying for my wife today. I assume that is straight forward, financial proof, passport, photo and fee??Paul ********
@Klee *************
For us she needed that and a copy of my DTV and our marriage license.Klee **************
@Paul *******
yes of course marriage license, I have it in PDFReply to
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Giovanni ************
Los Angeles 1 month still waiting …….
Cliff *********
@Giovanni ***********
I am plan to apply there because I live nearby. Did they request additional information or did it fall into a black hole?Giovanni ************
@Cliff ********
Waited 1 month for response then they asked for more papers 2 different occasions Now waiting again …..
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Andrew *******
My DTV was the fastest ever approved. 6 days. Even for my last METV is took 35 days
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