What should I do if my Thai tourist visa application is pending for too long?

A British passport holder shared their experience of applying for a single-entry tourist visa for Thailand, noting that their application was pending for a long time despite having submitted all required documents. They initially expected a quicker processing time based on past experiences but found the need to email the embassy for an update, which led to their visa being approved shortly thereafter. Other commenters provided additional insights about typical processing times, the effects of application backlogs, and information regarding the validity and entry period of various visa types.