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What is the process for obtaining a 60-day tourist visa for Thailand from the UK?
I have just had my 60 day tourist visa approved (in the UK) within 48 hours. Easier than I thought in the end. If anyone has any questions, please ask.
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The post discusses the approval of a 60-day tourist visa for Thailand obtained from the UK in a quick timeframe of 48 hours. It invites questions from the community about the visa process, leading to comments that explore hotel arrangements, insurance requirements, and the necessary documentation for the application. Key points include the simplicity of securing accommodation and insurance, the implications for long-term stays, and varying experiences regarding documentation across different countries.
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Mark *******
Did you do it yourself through the website or did you use an agent
Gordon *******
Just been looking through the tourist visa, don't you have to put you return flight date and flight number on the application.
Did you have to upload Thai Insurance certificate also?
Did you have to upload Thai Insurance certificate also?
Ricky ******
OP@Gordon ******
Hi Gordon. In all 3 cases I didn't. I applied to London, but maybe different in other countries. As you have to have insurance for Thai Pass, that could be a reason. Perhaps someone else on here knows.Ricky ******
OPPic on the page of your passport showing the last stamp, pic of you holding your passport, hotel res pic, flight confirmation pic, and for things that didn't apply (sponsor etc) pic of a hand written note saying 'none, not applicable'.
Gordon *******
Hi Ricky, it's the London Embassy website I've been on.
I need to get definite flight details and we'll see how we go. So apart from passport and picture of yourself which other documents needed uploading Ricky?
I need to get definite flight details and we'll see how we go. So apart from passport and picture of yourself which other documents needed uploading Ricky?
Twoo *********
Can you enter Thailand with a Left Hand Drive vehicle? Especially a rv?
Michael ********
@Sincere *****
no land borders open
Peter ******
I suspect that they are ramping up admin in hope of lots of visitors.
They want visitors, not nightmare stories in media of admin just trying to get there.
They have had 2 years in which they have been able to employ staff on optimising existing system.
They want visitors, not nightmare stories in media of admin just trying to get there.
They have had 2 years in which they have been able to employ staff on optimising existing system.
Stephen **********
Am I right in thinking that if you’re looking at staying long term*, entering on exemption is preferable as there’s only a requirement for 30 days of insurance* and a lesser period of booked accommodation?
(*putting aside type of long term visa and benefits of having insurance)
(*putting aside type of long term visa and benefits of having insurance)
Ricky ******
OP@Steven **********
I will only arrange insurance when I apply for the COE (or whatever it's called now) and I presume that would need to be for 60 days along with the SHA+ requirements and a return flight. Luma quote 3,900 baht for 60 days. I didn't need to show a return flight, and just booked a room (which I can cancel) for the first night. The £30 fee is less than the 1,900 baht 30 day extension (only pennies difference I know), but 90 days in total is now an option.Stephen **********
@Ricky *****
oh I thought the 60 day visa required booked accommodation for the whole period (cancellable) and the thailand pass required 60 days insurance.Ricky ******
OP@Steven **********
Soneone else mentioned only 1 day hotel booking needed for the 60 day visa, and that was OK, same with no return/ongoing flight needed. Presume I will need 60 days if insurance to go with my visa, which I would need/want anyway. Thailand pass requires 30 days ins if you arrive 30 day visa exempt (I believe).I have 3 months from approval to enter the country with the 60 day visa. As I may still move my flight back a bit, I didn't want to pay insurance/hotel until I am sure what I am doing.
Reiwa *******
Can you get 60 days on arrival or only online? Thanks
Ricky ******
OP@Reiwa ******
Online only
Stuart *********
@Reiwa ******
if you are from an eligible country you would get 30 day visa exempt on arrival. A tourist visa gives you 60 days on arrival. Both options can be extended once for 30 days at a local immigration office.Ricky ******
OP@Stuart ********
I was surprised there was such a quick turnaround Stuart.Reiwa *******
@Stuart ********
Thank you 🙏🏻
Din ****
@Stuart ********
Is the tourist visa different than Thai passReiwa *******
@Ricky *****
thank you 🙏🏻Ricky ******
OP@Reiwa ******
I presume you can, but I think there is a question for people not applying in their own country. If you start an application you will get to the question to see. If the application isn't complete and submitted within 14 days it drops off the system anyway.Reiwa *******
@Ricky *****
sorry last question..I’m not currently in my own country.. do you think i can still apply for the tourist 60 visa online.
Thank you all:))
Ricky ******
OP@Din ***
Yes tourist visa is 60 days and has to be applied for in your own country. Separately you need a Thailand Pass to enter the country. If you arrive at Thai immigration with just a Thailand Pass you'll get 30 days visa exempt (which can be extended by another 30 days at an immigration office for 1,900 baht).Stuart *********
@Din ***
yes. Everyone needs to get the ThailandPass regardless of what visa (or exempt) they may be on.
Liam ********
Yeah what you put down for your hotel 🏨 just the AsQ??
Ricky ******
OP@Liam *******
No, I just booked a cancellable room for one night. I will probably arrange the COE through Royal Vacation to include 2 tests, insurance and airport pick up.
Lisa ********************
@Ricky *****
no longer COE. Is Thailand pass now.Liam ********
@Ricky *****
thank you 🙏
Chris ****
How awesome is Thailand?
Ricky ******
OP@W *********
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