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What is the dress code for visa applicants at the Royal Thai Consulate-General in Penang?

Ellie *******
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Just another reminder of something already talked about a lot..

Penang consulate official comments about how to dress..

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The Royal Thai Consulate-General in Penang has emphasized that visa applicants must adhere to a specific dress code, stating that being 'properly dressed' is mandatory for those entering the consulate. This notice has sparked discussions among expatriates and visitors regarding the significance of dress codes at government buildings in Thailand, particularly as the term 'must' is noted in their public communications. Comments in response to this announcement indicate a general agreement on the necessity of dress codes, tempered by humor and personal anecdotes about dress norms in different locales.
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Ron *******
Ron *******
If they ban Tommy Bahama clothing and Reef flip flops I'm finished there.

I don't even know anybody that owns a pair of shoes here.
Tod *********
Tod *********
Thankfully they have not banned KISS band t-shirts and levi jeans yet
Ron *******
Ron *******
Just as well they don't apply this in Jomtien. Half of those working there would be banned.
Eerman *************
Eerman *************
Nothing wrong,just follow the flow,
Tod *********
Tod *********
dress code signage is nothing new.
Ellie *******
Ellie *******
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Totally agree to dress code is nothing new, What I wanted say is, like I wrote, this is my first time to see a consulate states "must". That's all.
Ellie *******
Ellie *******
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Maybe one thing is that Royal Thai Consulate-General, Penang says "visa applicants must be properly dressed" in its comment. For me, this is the first to see it says "MUST" in public information on internet...
Barry ******
Barry ******
No Chang /

Leo/ Singha singlets.. how to prove you're a genuine tourist lol 😂
Tod *********
Tod *********
I can't see anything wrong with following a dress code when entering a government building :/

They have similar signage up at most immigration offices in the country.

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