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What are the requirements and process for obtaining a tourist visa in Penang after a Non-Imm B visa?
Mar 4, 2020
6 years ago
Chris *********
ORIGINAL POSTERHear ye, I hereby submit to the Oracle of Farang Visa matters for its most valuable wisdom regarding my visa. I coming off a Non-Imm B M-type, and plan on heading to Penang for a 30 day tourist visa.
1) According to the website, the consulate is not open for visa services after 12 noon. Is this really the case?
2) If I arrive Tues Apr 7 and submit info on Wed 8, can I get it wrapped up for a Friday 10th flight?
3) I have a new job offer but there is a hiring freeze so I have to wait it out in Bangkok. If I apply for a tourist visa in Penang coming from Thailand, are they going to ask for proof of a flight out?
4) Though I am not applying for any of the bank requirement type visas, I feel compelled to ask anyway: Will an updated bank book or credit card statement suffice for any request for financial eligibility?
5) Does banging one’s head against the wall make these Byzantine Imm Regs seem any less daunting or does it just leave a bloody stain on the stucco?
Any help is appreciated
1) According to the website, the consulate is not open for visa services after 12 noon. Is this really the case?
2) If I arrive Tues Apr 7 and submit info on Wed 8, can I get it wrapped up for a Friday 10th flight?
3) I have a new job offer but there is a hiring freeze so I have to wait it out in Bangkok. If I apply for a tourist visa in Penang coming from Thailand, are they going to ask for proof of a flight out?
4) Though I am not applying for any of the bank requirement type visas, I feel compelled to ask anyway: Will an updated bank book or credit card statement suffice for any request for financial eligibility?
5) Does banging one’s head against the wall make these Byzantine Imm Regs seem any less daunting or does it just leave a bloody stain on the stucco?
Any help is appreciated
TLDR : Answer Summary
The user is seeking guidance on obtaining a tourist visa in Penang after holding a Non-Imm B visa in Thailand. They inquire about the consulate's hours, the timeline for visa processing, the need for proof of onward travel, and the sufficiency of financial documentation. Community members clarify that a 30-day tourist visa does not exist and outline that a 60-day tourist visa requires proof of funds, onward travel, and accommodation. They also provide suggestions on how to navigate the application process.
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Onward travel, I would say think out of the box, go crazy.
With the visa you are are allowed 60 days in Thailand, you will travel 1 or 2 days after application into Thailand. You can get 30 days Extension of Stay, book onward travel max 90 days after application date, do not throw your money and tickets in the trash bin, but use the ticket as you have to leave the country anyway.
With the visa you are are allowed 60 days in Thailand, you will travel 1 or 2 days after application into Thailand. You can get 30 days Extension of Stay, book onward travel max 90 days after application date, do not throw your money and tickets in the trash bin, but use the ticket as you have to leave the country anyway.
Chris *********
ORIGINAL POSTEROk, got it. Thanks for the info!
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ORIGINAL POSTERWhat if I only have an apt contract, and no on ward travel? Other options?
Chris *********
ORIGINAL POSTERYeah I was a regular back in late 80's-eartly 90's but much has changed since then
Ellie *******
IMHO, better to book within 60days from arrival just to be safe at Penang.
Chris *********
ORIGINAL POSTERwill any cheap-o flight ticket suffice for onward travel?
Chris *********
ORIGINAL POSTERok that's a relief
Tod *********
you WILL need proof of onward travel and you can use your lease as proof of lodging
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To get a 60 day tourist visa in Penang from the thai consulate there you will need to show proof of funds (20K baht or the equivalent) in a bank account, proof of onward travel (within 60 - 90 days) AND proof of lodging (for at least a week)
Tod *********
You cannot show a credit card OR cash to meet the proof of funds requirement at a thai consulate you show banked money.
Tod *********
you apply one morning before 11:30 and you pick up your passport the following working day in the afternoon after about 1:30.
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Tod *********
there is no such thing as a 30 day tourist visa so you wanna try that again or what?
Chris *********
ORIGINAL POSTERok, 60 day? Whatever I am entitled to. I've been coddled with a tony visa for years and this stuff is new to me
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