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What is the METV approval process and how long does it last?
Well, that was hard work completing the METV. Hopefully it’s approved or £150 down the drain.
Answer summary
The discussion revolves around the challenges and experiences related to obtaining the Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV) for Thailand. A user shared their concern about the application cost and apprehension regarding approval. Others chimed in with their own experiences of the METV application process, including document requests and fast tracking upon re-entry into Thailand.
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Tony *********
Ive done tree boarder runs 2 30 day extensions came back ladt night from a week in the uk they just fast tracked me straight through no probs
Tony *********
An agent told me to do this i from uk i am not here to abuse the system i just do what i am told i am not herr for money launderying or work ive ive traveled and done what is possible she sends every thing to immigration so no prob they happy to let me in
Chris *********************
@Tony ********
abusing the system why not go back to your country and get a visa like the rest of us????Todd *********
@Chris ********************
if he is legit tourism… it’s allowed. It’s that simpleTodd *********
@Tony ********
the mods are gonna be mad at this.David ***********
Ot will be. The worse case scenario is they will want more info or a different document so keep an eye on it
Thrilling*********
How long does it last? What's the criteria?
Gerrit ************
ThrillingKoala6126 mine is good for 6 months, but if I enter at the end of 6 months I could get another 60 plus 30. So 9 months
Bob **********
ThrillingKoala6126 validity 6 months if done properly you can get 9 months with extensions and timed border bounces
Graeme ******
ThrillingKoala6126 best log on to the e visa website where you are located and it will tell you what they need to qualify i wouldn't rely on Google because it very general and can be out of date
Thrilling*********
@Graeme *****
the whole point of this forum is to share knowledge, if I got that wrong I'll ask goggley.Graeme ******
ThrillingKoala6126 yes thats what I said
David ***********
@Graeme *****
indeed. Lots is AI now too which is often wrong
Alan ******
ThrillingKoala6126 Google will tell you
Thrilling*********
Alan Onit dick!
Todd *********
Alan Onit it won't. But you can dream
David ***********
Alan Onit or people. Thats the whole point of these forums.
David ***********
@Nick ******
indeed he is.
Nick *******
@David **********
Ignore him, he's one of those.............Gerrit ************
I agree.. it was a lot of hoops to jump through. $325 Canadian.
Twice I got asked for supporting documents but they finally approved it. I’ll be in Bangkok New Year’s Eve 🥳
Twice I got asked for supporting documents but they finally approved it. I’ll be in Bangkok New Year’s Eve 🥳
Todd *********
@Gerrit ***********
it's a bit insane overall. No wonder so many just don't bother
Cliff *********
How long did it take to do and go through pal?. Cheers I want 1
Gerrit ************
@Cliff ********
they responded within 3-4 daysCliff *********
What site is it pal?
Cliff *********
Ok cheers
Cliff *********
Im gonna try in January for 1
David ********
I will be appling later this month for a METV, what additional documents did they ask for?
Gerrit ************
@David *******
it wasn’t additional documents. They wanted the same documents again; 3 months bank statements, flight, accommodation, onward travelDavid ********
Glad things worked out for you.
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