This is NOT an official government website. We are an independent resource providing information and assistance to travelers.
What is the current turnaround time for METV visas for UK citizens?
Aug 24, 2022
4 years ago
Katy ********
ORIGINAL POSTERUK Citizens - what’s the turnaround for visas at the moment. In particular the METV obv I’m aware each case is different but would be good to know if anyone has applied recently and how long it took roughly. Thanks 😁
TLDR : Answer Summary
The turnaround for METV (Multiple Entry Tourist Visa) applications for UK citizens generally ranges from 5 to 15 working days. A commenter mentioned receiving their visa in five working days, although they had to resubmit some information due to an error. Others noted that the actual processing time can vary based on completeness and accuracy of the application, as well as individual circumstances. It's advised to clearly demonstrate the necessity for the METV, especially if returning to Thailand within 60 days.
NON-O RETIREMENT VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
- Go to the Retirement Visa Section for information on requirements, including age restrictions, financial requirements, and necessary documentation.
- For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
- Explore recent discussions by using the Non-O Retirement Visa tag in the search box at the top of the page.
- Join the Thai Visa Advice Facebook Group to ask your questions, and get advice from others.
Pelle Eriksson★★★★★
Absolutely Bangkok's best service I highly...recently on Facebook
Luca G.★★★★★
I used this agency for my DTV Visa...recently on Google
Trusted Retirement Visa Agent
OVER 100,000 EXPATS SERVED
#1 VISA AGENT IN THAILAND
Raymond *********
My non O took under 2 days
Pete *****
I got ours in five working days BUT I made an error and had to resubmit some information. Take time and care to ensure you complete the application properly and as fully as you can, I would have had everything in three days of of done so first time. Very easy process though. Working days, they were working days, I heard nothing over the weekend. Good luck
Pete *****
@Katy *******
the application is the same for both, you just need a good reason why you need METV. But I'm unsure of the lead time to entry. Worth checking for sure. Good Luck.Pete *****
@Katy *******
double check with Admin? Tod @Tod ********
?Katy ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Prete **********
no need to check Todd had answered before that a METV is when it’s issued not when you enter annoyingly! You just have been talking about the normal TRReply to
Katy ********
Reply
Pete *****
Katy Tasker entry is valid for three months from the date of issue. Eg. If the visa is issued on the 1st September, i have until approx 1st dec to ENTER. Then your visa term begins.
Katy ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Prete **********
is this for a METV tho?Kevin ***********
Reply to
Kevin ***********
Reply
Pete *****
@Katy *******
there is also quite a lot of info on the web from people, also try the search function on this group which has a lot of info also. Good Luck.Katy ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Prete **********
thanks for your help. Trying to judge how long to apply before I leave to get the visa as close as possible to the departure date - never east all this visa stuff 🙄Reply to
Katy ********
Reply
Katy ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Prete **********
thank you great to hear first hand experience 👍🏼Reply to
Katy ********
Reply
Tod *********
5 - 15 days for approval.
Keep in mind you need to show WHY you need an METV and that you're leaving thailand in 60 days and comin' back in after that or they'll just sell you a SETV and keep the difference in price
Keep in mind you need to show WHY you need an METV and that you're leaving thailand in 60 days and comin' back in after that or they'll just sell you a SETV and keep the difference in price
Katy ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Tod ********
having just looked at the application there is no way of proving WHY you need an METV it’s simply an upload document at each stage task it evens asks for accommodation and travel confirmation of FIRST visit. I can’t see how they can decide between the two 🤷🏻♀️Victoria *******
@Katy *******
can I ask did they contact for supporting documents as proof? I just applied but it didn't ask me to upload any of the flightsKaty ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Victoria ******
I haven’t submitted yet as i don’t fly till end of sep. there is a section for travel confirmation which is where you upload ur flights I believeVictoria *******
@Katy *******
ok thanks, hope I've done it rightReply to
Victoria *******
Reply
Tod *********
@Katy *******
you show that you're leaving in 60 days and coming back <- meaning you book OUT and IN flights 60 days after your initial expected visa it. Make a booking to vietnam or somewhere 60 days after your first arrival and then make a booking that you're comin' back a week later. It's JUST to show them why you need a METV. you can cancel them as soon as the visa is approved
Also just show a hotel booking for a week from your arrival date it'll be fine.
AND on any page that is not relevant any more (quarantine, vax history, etc) just write on a paper NO LONGER REQUIRED and take a photo of it because you have to upload something in those questions
Katy ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Tod ********
thanks but with each document upload it only allows you to upload one document! Travel and accommodations it says confirmation of first visit. Also there aren’t any questions that are relevant now. Quarantine etc has been taken off.Tod *********
@Katy *******
use a COLLAGE maker and combine multiple documents to one imageTod *********
@Katy *******
good to see they updated the website to not have the un-needed questionsReply to
Tod *********
Reply
Reply to
Tod *********
Reply
3 comments
2 years ago
5 comments
2 years ago
3 comments
2 years ago
9 comments
2 years ago
7 comments
2 years ago
4 comments
2 years ago
9 comments
2 years ago
15 comments
2 years ago
28 comments
3 years ago
10 comments
3 years ago
7 comments
3 years ago
5 comments
3 years ago
1 comments
3 years ago
12 comments
3 years ago
5 comments
3 years ago
9 comments
3 years ago
7 comments
3 years ago
7 comments
4 years ago
8 comments
4 years ago
7 comments
6 years ago
6 comments
7 years ago
8 comments
7 years ago
0 comments
7 years ago
8 comments
8 years ago
17 comments
9 years ago
7 comments
a month ago
9 comments
a month ago
21 comments
a month ago
16 comments
a month ago
8 comments
a month ago
The ask:thailand community, consisting of multiple Q/A groups with over 100,000 members, powers this platform. It is not an official government resource. Our members actively contribute to this resource, and while we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee its complete reliability. Assistance to travelers is provided as a community service.