What are the requirements for obtaining a TR visa for Thailand and can we bypass any information?

Sep 13, 2022
2 years ago
Lisa ********
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We are flying to bangkok end of sept and in the process of filling the TR single visa - its asking for bank statements and photos of us with our passport in hands etc. I know that we need certain funds (20k baht) accomodation & onward but do we need all the other info filled in prior to sending it off / can we bypass some infomation, it seems very detailed for the short visit. Im a Brit and partner is Canadian - he is applying online to Ottawa, i will apply online to the british embassy - any hints & tips please? Ive checked the evisa topics & couldnt find the answer specifically to my points, ive chosen this way as i thought it would be simpliar than 'on arrival' anticipating long queues at the airport 😵‍💫😵‍💫
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The user is seeking clarification on the requirements for the TR visa application for Thailand, specifically regarding whether they can skip certain details since they are applying for a short visit. Responses to the post highlight that all requirements must be met, including bank statements and a photo holding the passport, emphasizing that these are standard protocol for visa applications. Suggestions were made to consider a visa-exempt entry instead, particularly since UK citizens can enter Thailand without a visa for 30 days, which can be extended. Other users provided insights on their experiences with the application process, including timelines for processing and documentation needed.
Nicxy *******
A brit? British passports get in no visa required for 30days. Canada has a paperwork trail.allways fill in everything you can,best not to leave a reason for delay or detail.
Lisa ********
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@Nicxy ******
its done and approved? Im a Brit wanting 60days plus extension.
Nicxy *******
@Lisa *******
the initial 30 days you can enter with just your passport,you'll need to apply there for an extention after that,which apparently is a standard procedure.
Lisa ********
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Just wanted to say thank you for suggestions/advice on my original post, the London embassy has been speedy in the approval of my visa 😁 (still waiting on Canada)
Brian *******
They are the passive-aggressively snide, and they get off on the reactions they get from others. It's an impotent form of manipulation, and it only succeeds when we feed it with our irritation. Save your hate for someone who is worthy.
Mark ********
Who are the idiots who laugh at every question in this group? These people should be removed. I hate those types.
Steve ********
They only need the page that shows your ending balance. If it asks for something, then you provide that something.
Moon ******
What are you talking about

You don't need to fill up anything

Just fly get 30 story over
Gordon *******
How longs a couple of weeks for your trip or is it going to be a few months?
Harriet *******
I just applied today. I had the same questions so I reached out to the embassy in Vancouver and they responded very quickly with answers. They said any time it asks you to upload something that isn’t applicable, write the words “not applicable “ on a piece of paper, take a photo of it, and submit that 😆
Donna ************
If you are a U.K. citizen, it’s not visa on arrival, its visa exempt for 30 days. You stand in the same queue as others going through immigration as anyone with a visa. There’s a separate section for visa on arrival but as a U.K. citizen (visa exempt for 30 days,) that’s not the section you would need to go to. You can extend when you are there if you want to by going to an immigration office and paying 1900 B
Colin ********
I applied for an e-visa and got no response, 3 months later still showing as processing, they don't reply to emails and no phone number. Ended up coming in on a visa exempt and an extension
Kool *******
The queue when you get here is the same whether you have a TR visa, or get a visa exempt stamp when you get here. The only difference is whether the immigration officer grabs the 30 day stamp, or the 60 day stamp. Everything else is exactly the same.
Lisa ********
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@Kool ******
ha - i didnt realise this, thank you for that info 👍
Brian ********
Questions that seen ill-relevant to you just put Not Applicable
Pauline *******
Just get all the requirements ready at hand and go through the process. It'll take you about 30 minutes, some of the sections are a bit repetitive but it's really not complicated. You'll receive your visa back within
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days. Good luck.
PK ********
How long will you be in Thailand for? They just extended from 30 days to 45 days. No need to apply tourist visa.
Martin *********
@PK *******
you will need to pay 1,900 for a 45 day extension
Aaron ****************
@Martin ********
the extension is still only 30 days.
Brian *********
for the Canadian when I go the tr visa through Ottawa It took like almost 4 weeks so might not evenn get it in time , also I just did a screenshot of bank balance . They will defiantly want to see a out words ticket ( i just booked a cheap one to Singapore ) Also they wanted proof of my first week of accommodations I booked a week in the cheapest place I could find in bangkok with free cancel and once my visa came through did it.
Brandon ************
@Brian ********
London is known for issueing visas in 3-5 days.
Brian *********
@Brandon ***********
the persons partner is a Canadian
Jennifer ****
You can’t skip any of the requirements. If you want an easier entry you can both enter on the visa exempt. Maybe you can change your flight to October because on Oct 1st until March the visa exempt has increased (from the original 30 day stamp) and gives you 45 days upon arrival (no prior application) and you can extend this by 30 days for 1900 baht at an immigration office inside Thailand. Total 75 days. The single entry TR visa which you are applying for is only 60 days upon entry + 30 days extension = 90 days. There is only 15 days difference between the 2 types of entry. And the visa exempt requires no application or application fee.

But they may still ask you at the airport in Thailand for 3 “proofs”

1) 20k baht in cash or equivalent in another currency

2) ticket for departure

3) booked accommodation receipt
Jonathan ********
@Jennifer ***
Thank you
Lisa ********
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@Jennifer ***
we thought about changing the dates but decided against it. Thankyou for your detailed info, we may consider 'on arrival'...i think i was just surprised how much was needed that doesnt seem essential for a short stay - its been a good few years since ive visited Thailand. Thanks once again
Jennifer ****
@Lisa *******
visa runs are getting easier now. Almost all neighboring countries are open by land and air borders (except myanmar). So if you enter on exempt visa and decide you want more time you can visit another country for a couple days and return to Thailand for a fresh stamp. One of the best exit and entry points for this is LANGKAWI/KO LIPE (this is where I live) it’s a direct boat between 2 beautiful islands/countries! They are reopening this route in Mid October 🙂
Stuart ********
Actually its not just a bank statement.

One of the criteria to get either a single entry or multiple entry tourist visa in the UK to visit Thailand is to show that you have a balance of £5000 in a bank account for atleast 6 months before application.

It can be more and for longer but anything less will guarantee you being declined.
Lisa ********
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@Stuart *******
for the TR? Ok i will check again, thanks
Stuart ********
@Lisa *******
my mistake,
@Brandon ***********
is correct the £5000 for 6 months is just for multiple entry not the single entry.

Single entry says just bank statements, so obviously they still want to see some money in your account, perhaps being deposited from your work.

But in answer to your question yes you need to provide all that is being asked for.
Stéfan ********
@Stuart *******
all is need is the equivalent of 20k baht... btw, the 6 month visa isn’t multiple entry
Dimitri ********
@Stuart *******
are you sure about this? In NL I got visa with a balance of E 2000, and I never gave more than 2 months of history.
Brandon ************
@Stuart *******
that's only for multiple entry
Stéfan ********
@Brandon ***********
there is no multiple entry tourist visa.
Brandon ************
@Stéfan *******
there most definitely is
Lynnette *******
Couldn't you use the 30 days visa exempt ( the no visa entry)? With the option to extend by 30 days.
Miguel *************
@Lynnette ******
best option when 60 days is enough.
Brandon ************
What is so complicated about taking a photo of you holding your passport up?

And they want to see a bank statement so they know you can support yourself during your trip, it's a very common requirement for many visas around the world.
Kevin ***********
@Brandon ***********
It's a silly requirement for a single entry tourist visa which did not exist q few years ago.
Brandon ************
@Kevin **********
You couldn't apply online a few years ago. You had to apply in person or by mail where they would physically verify you and your passport. They can't do that online, hence requiring you holding your passport.
Lisa ********
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@Brandon ***********
no not difficult just doesnt seem necessary for a few weeks but as you suggest each visa for each country is different. Thank you for your answer.
John *******
@Lisa *******
Then why get a TR VISA? Do you qualify for VISA exempt? 45 days is more than a few weeks.
Jared **********
@Lisa *******
you’re gonna have a headache if you start second guessing that Thailand deems necessary
Ադամ ********
@Brandon ***********
Seems like a weird requirement but I did it by selfie last year. No issue.
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