Answered9 years ago
What are the requirements and experiences for obtaining a tourist visa in Thailand from Kuala Lumpur?
Kuala Lumpur tourist visa update:
They wanted to see flight bookings into Thailand and onwards, as well as proof of lodging here, and their completed and signed checklist along with the visa application form and cash. No financials required. Arrived 9:30am on Tuesday and was done in around 30 minutes, picked up at 2:30 the next day - was in and out in 5 minutes.
Flew back into DMK on Air Asia last night – used an express service on arrival so there was no queueing at all, no questions and even a hint of a smile from the Immigration Officer.
Up to that point I'd had a consecutive visa exempt entry and an SETV issued in Saigon, both of which I'd extended for 30 days.
They wanted to see flight bookings into Thailand and onwards, as well as proof of lodging here, and their completed and signed checklist along with the visa application form and cash. No financials required. Arrived 9:30am on Tuesday and was done in around 30 minutes, picked up at 2:30 the next day - was in and out in 5 minutes.
Flew back into DMK on Air Asia last night – used an express service on arrival so there was no queueing at all, no questions and even a hint of a smile from the Immigration Officer.
Up to that point I'd had a consecutive visa exempt entry and an SETV issued in Saigon, both of which I'd extended for 30 days.
Answer summary
The post discusses the process for obtaining a tourist visa in Thailand from Kuala Lumpur, including necessary documentation like flight bookings and lodging proof. The author shares their personal experience of a quick visa application process and using express check-in upon arrival in Thailand. Comments provide insights into express service options at airports and related experiences from other travelers.
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Tod *********
Anthony Evans, blocking me doesn't stop me from seeing your posts ;)
Please realize I meant no disrespect, I was only asking what if anything else was involved with your 'deportation'.
If you got a deportation stamp in your passport, you'd have gotten a letter in thai english too which said what section(s) of the immigration law they thought you violated and the stamp in the passport would have the reason too.
I think you might be okay crossing at a land border, because of the few people who were denied, several were able to go to other countries, get tourist visas from a thai consulate and enter the country via land.
Please realize I meant no disrespect, I was only asking what if anything else was involved with your 'deportation'.
If you got a deportation stamp in your passport, you'd have gotten a letter in thai english too which said what section(s) of the immigration law they thought you violated and the stamp in the passport would have the reason too.
I think you might be okay crossing at a land border, because of the few people who were denied, several were able to go to other countries, get tourist visas from a thai consulate and enter the country via land.
Robert ********
Will they meet your flight, walk you through Immigration and Customs and to your car / taxi?
Robert ********
Very good Adam, thanks!
Adam ***********
OPYes if you want them to. I just let them go as soon as I'm through Immigration though
Sharon ********
Thank you for the update. I'm going to KL myself on Tuesday and hope to have your same success.
Thomas **********
If you have everything in hand, you are in and out in no time. I had to have a copy of my apartment lease.
Thomas **********
Same as in March. Penang was easier 6 months ago.
Adam ***********
OPI just Googled the service - picked the first one that came up - there's quite a few, as Tod mentioned above.
Thomas ********************
Something here
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Oliver ********
Well only talking?
I did nowhere find a expressservice for bkk airasia
I did nowhere find a expressservice for bkk airasia
Joe ******
I hate standing behind 400 noisy Chinese tourists arriving in Surat Thani every time I come back from KL. Until now I used Paracetamol but Express Service sounds a lot better. Wonder if they offer that down here?
Joe ******
I'll try again with chocolate ;-)
Julia ************
Don't think so. I would have paid most of the time if anyone had offered me that service. One day I camped on the floor. Took 1,5 hours for one single A320... 🙄
Adam ***********
OPThe company I use only cover BKK, DMK and HKT. Try Googling it though - makes the experience a lot less painful.
Tod *********
There are any number of companies that offer express check in service at either airport.
Oliver ********
Pls where I can find
Jeremy ********
i will have to look into this
Jeremy ********
@Adam **********
how do you acquire this Express check in and just curious as to how much it costs...I hate standing in linesThomas **********
Me too. Thanks
Thomas ********************
Ditto :)
Thomas **********
would liketoknow as well
Oliver ********
I would like to know, too..
Can book at Air Asia?
Can book at Air Asia?
Adam ***********
OPJust pm'd you the name of the company I use
Tod *********
thanx for the update. (y) Good move on using express check in too :)
Adam ***********
OPThe link to the company that I used was is posted further down in the comments here by a guy called Thomas.
Steve *******
@Ad**
. Thanks
Vince *********
Me too please.
Jordan ********
Me too :)
Adam ***********
OPSent
Bill *********
Sorry to bother you Adam but could you send me the express check in comp details too, many thanks
Adam ***********
OPpm sent
Steve *******
@Ad**
. Can you pm me the express check in company details or put them up here if it's ok with the admins. Thanks.Adam ***********
OPBooked and paid for in advance - they wait for you at the gate as you disembark. Not aware of any that will offer on the spot service. Also the company I use won't accept a booking if you've ever had an overstay.
Robert ********
Do you have to reserve this in advance or just walk up someplace and pay on arrival?
Adam ***********
OPI paid THB1,200 for this one.
Robert ********
What is the charge for the Express service?
Adam ***********
OPCombination of peace of mind and not having to fight with a mob of Mainland Chinese for 2 hours equals good value for money IMHO
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