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What is the process for obtaining a 3-month Non-Immigrant O Visa in Thailand through the new appointment system?

Non-Immigrant Visa Visa Application Process Thai Embassy Laos Appointment System Expat Advice

Adrian *************

asked Mar 29, 2019

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Just returned from the Thai Embassy in Laos to get a new 3 month Non-Imm O Visa based on raising my 1/2 Thai/ 1/2 English son, using the new appointment system they have started using. I am very happy to report everything went as smooth as possible, as opposed to the last time I went 5 months ago when I was app #380+ out of over 400 people there, this time I was #22 out of 200 app spaces, the Embassy was like a ghost town & there were only 3 other farang's milling about during my time there, I was out within 10 minutes & booked into my hotel by 10:30am, I really didn't know what to do with myself because I had so much spare time on hand. And for those worried about getting a printout of your confirmed appointment time, you need not worry any more, I tested the theory that they would accept a photo taken on your phone from the appointment web page & it worked just fine (I had the printout as a backup just in case ;-) )

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The author successfully obtained a 3-month Non-Immigrant O Visa at the Thai Embassy in Laos, noting that the experience was significantly smoother than a previous visit due to a new appointment system. They mentioned being #22 in the queue with fewer applicants present, which allowed for a quick visit. The author also shared that a photo of the appointment confirmation was acceptable, alleviating concerns about needing a printed copy.

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Tod *********

Thanx for the update on how the system works

@Adr***

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8 years ago

Adrian *************

Added Headsup Advice: Your appointment number is based on who made their appointments earliest, mine was #22 made on the 28th Feb for the 28th March, another guy there booked his 2 weeks ago & got #180. Once you know the end date of your Visa Extension, you know you need to book your appointment one month prior to that date ;-)

Adrian *************

Vientiane ;-)

Zeljko *******

vientiane or savannakhet?

8 years ago

Stuart *********

Quote "don't know what to do with myself"......... the devil makes work for idle hands.

Be carefull.

8 years ago