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What should I do if my online OA Retirement Visa application is showing as 'Pending Payment'?

OA Retirement Visa Visa Application Issues Thailand Visa Process Payment Problems Thai Embassy Procedures

Feb 23, 2026

2 months ago

Graham *****

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Hi just wondering if anyone has submitted an online OA Retirement Visa (UK) After making  a payment it is now siting on the Thai Embassy website site saying  Pending Payment is this standard practice until they start the Visa Process it is not showing on my credit card account either

Anyone had similar issue?

TIA

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The user is experiencing an issue with their online OA Retirement Visa application to the Thai Embassy in the UK, where the status remains 'Pending Payment' after making a payment. Other users commented that this might indicate a payment issue, suggesting the user check for an email receipt and try a different payment method if declined. Some mentioned their payments went through immediately, plus possible delays in processing.

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Graham *****

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Cheers all done!!

2 months ago

Phil ********

You should get an email receipt.

2 months ago

Murray ********

My payment went straight through on application. Approval can be up till the "11th hour"

2 months ago

John **********

Seems odd, unless your card was declined. Are you in the UK, as you can only apply for that visa in your home country, and you must physically be there

2 months ago

Graham ******

For some reason your payment did not go through so you need to try again and if possible have a second card ready just in case

2 months ago

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