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What is the METV approval process and how long does it last?

Dec 12, 2025

2 days ago

Well, that was hard work completing the METV. Hopefully it’s approved or £150 down the drain.

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TLDR : 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

2 days ago

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

a day ago

Chris *********************

@Tony ********

abusing the system why not go back to your country and get a visa like the rest of us????

a day ago

Todd *********

@Chris ********************

if he is legit tourism… it’s allowed. It’s that simple

a day ago

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Todd *********

@Tony ********

the mods are gonna be mad at this.

a day ago

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Todd *********

David ***********

Ot will be. The worse case scenario is they will want more info or a different document so keep an eye on it

2 days ago

Thrilling*********

How long does it last? What's the criteria?

2 days ago

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

a day ago

Bob **********

ThrillingKoala6126 validity 6 months if done properly you can get 9 months with extensions and timed border bounces

2 days ago

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are located and it will tell you what they need to qualify i wouldn't rely on Google because it very general and can be out of date

2 days ago

Thrilling*********

@Graeme *****

the whole point of this forum is to share knowledge, if I got that wrong I'll ask goggley.

20 hours ago

Graeme ******

ThrillingKoala6126 yes thats what I said

19 hours ago

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Graeme ******

David ***********

@Graeme *****

indeed. Lots is AI now too which is often wrong

2 days ago

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David ***********

Alan ******

ThrillingKoala6126 Google will tell you

2 days ago

Thrilling*********

Alan Onit dick!

20 hours ago

Todd *********

Alan Onit it won't. But you can dream

a day ago

David ***********

Alan Onit or people. Thats the whole point of these forums.

2 days ago

Nick *******

@David **********

Ignore him, he's one of those.............

2 days ago

David ***********

@Nick ******

indeed he is.

2 days ago

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David ***********

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 🥳

2 days ago

Todd *********

@Gerrit ***********

it's a bit insane overall. No wonder so many just don't bother

a day ago

Cliff *********

How long did it take to do and go through pal?. Cheers I want 1

2 days ago

Gerrit ************

@Cliff ********

they responded within 3-4 days

a day ago