Hear 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
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.
