Answered7 years ago
What are the visa requirements for Australians hiking the Appalachian Trail and how does it compare to visa processes in countries like Thailand?
An Australian applying for a US visa to hike the Appalachian trail. Just for reference, Thailand isn't the only country with a difficult visa process.
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An Australian is seeking a US visa to hike the Appalachian Trail, reflecting on the challenges of visa applications in various countries, including comparisons with Thailand's processes. Community comments discuss the complexities of obtaining a US visa, the possibility of border runs, and the implications of current US immigration policies. Suggestions for considering alternative hiking locations like the Rockies are also presented, alongside observations about differing visa experiences between countries.
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Terary **********
The Appalachian is not worth the hassle - go Rockies. Them run through Canada.
I would guess Aussies have an easier time then less well-of countries. And likely the same procedures. If we're finger printing one group of people - we are finger printing all groups of people. We are keen to simple block people if they are not liked (Trump's blocked several countries).
I love my country - but you're not missing anything by going to more hospitable countries.
I would guess Aussies have an easier time then less well-of countries. And likely the same procedures. If we're finger printing one group of people - we are finger printing all groups of people. We are keen to simple block people if they are not liked (Trump's blocked several countries).
I love my country - but you're not missing anything by going to more hospitable countries.
Cedrik *********
@Terary *********
I was thinking the same, or the PCT/JMT. But the Appalachian is very different from the mountain west, which might be what he’s looking for.
Eric *****
You also get to pay the US visa fees up-front and lose them if rejected. One can get rejected at entry, too, even with a visa.
Garrett ***********
OP@Er**
Same with any country. Visa fees are non refundable regardless of approval.
Robert **********
Most such applicants do get their visas, a lot of 10 year US tourists visas out there even for less developed country citizens. They do have to screen would-be overstayers plus Trump‘s base would be fine to not even allow tourists in. I got some family like that, some of them have never even been on a plane.
Charlie ******
I've felt Thailand is quiet easy, compared to if my wife want to go to Sweden
Christophe **********
And you get what benefits in Thailand?
Charlie ******
Thailand- 1day process.
Sweden - up to 2years+
Sweden - up to 2years+
Cedrik *********
Probably not many Aussies overstay in the US to work illegally, but that’s what lots of people want to do. However, it’s possible that some of the more onerous requirements started with the election of the impeached orange Pinocchio. Hope you can do the hike!
Mark ********
Another with severe TDS.
Garrett ***********
OP@Ced***
Impeached? Thought the president of the United States was just acquitted on all counts of impeachment?Andrew **********
Don't forget it is the dead of winter in the north of the trail. Not the best hiking time. Unless you like to freeze to death. 😂
Garrett ***********
OPThough it is cold in GA too.
Andrew **********
-2 degree's C at the moment lol
Steven ***************
If its 3 months or less you wont need a visa. Perhaps consider splitting your trip into 2 with a border run in between if you need 6 months total.
Steven ***************
My opinion. If you have a genuine reason to be in thailand long term eg. Spouse, family, work, retiring it's not hard , unless you cant afford it. Which should tell you maybe it's not the best plan.
Australia wont even consider a spouse visa unless you've been cohabiting for at least 2 years prior yet alone a mountain of evidence.How donyou cohabit when apart? 150 000 baht fee just to apply for one with no guarantee and wait up to 6 months to get an answer. Spouse visa here is a piece of cake in comparison.
Australia wont even consider a spouse visa unless you've been cohabiting for at least 2 years prior yet alone a mountain of evidence.How donyou cohabit when apart? 150 000 baht fee just to apply for one with no guarantee and wait up to 6 months to get an answer. Spouse visa here is a piece of cake in comparison.
Garrett ***********
OP@Ste***
The Appalachian trail is about 2200 miles, normally takes between 4-6 months to complete. Definitely doable on a 6 months visa, especially with an extension in country. I just wanted to highlight someone complaining about another countries visa application process. We hear a lot of people groan over the 400k/800k baht requirements, exit tickets, what ever. It's not just here though.
Ryan ******
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