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What should I expect from my visa interview at the Royal Thai Embassy in Jakarta?

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Kerry *******

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I have been invited for an interview!?

To Mr. KERRY B

Please come to the Royal Thai Embassy in Jakarta for visa interview.

Date  : Fri, 22....

Note: - Please bring all original documents (documents that has been uploaded to the e-visa system).

Please reply this email for confirmation.

Thank you.

No one I hear of here been invited for interview? Is this bad? What's it likely to cover. I feel odd about it.

Answer summary

The user has received an invitation for a visa interview at the Royal Thai Embassy in Jakarta, prompting concerns about the process. Comments from other users reassure them, explaining that interviews are a normal part of the visa application process, particularly for DTV (Digital Nomad Visa) applications. It's emphasized that the embassy typically verifies information in applications and may ask about the applicant's financial situation or remote work. Users suggest being prepared to show bank statements on a phone during the interview and that the experience is often straightforward. Overall, there's a positive outlook on the interview as a good sign for the application.

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Thai ************

Thai ************

I’ve seen a few people recently mention being asked for interviews, especially for DTV applications. Usually they just want to verify your documents, remote work situation, or source of funds. If your application is genuine and your documents are consistent, it’s probably nothing to panic about.

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Chris *********

Chris *********

Why place a question mark after your statement? Very strange.

You don't know you have an interview, but you do know? Crazy.

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Kerry *******

Kerry *******

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@Chris ********

I know Chris, strange! Craaaazy...Diabolical!

I must warn you. The world out there is filled with some extremely distressing things and people,

I dare say...Even crazier than...People looking for helpful advice with questionable grammar!

Shudders. All the best!

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Locked ********

Locked ********

Its a trap lol jk

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Peter ********

Peter ********

make sure you have a data sim card so you can show your banking app during the interview .

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Kerry *******

Kerry *******

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Yes ty. It's on my list. I don't think I'll be wanting to sheepishly beg the officials for wifi when I'm there😁

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Anonymous ******************

Anonymous ******************

A better outcome than just getting rejected out of hand like it seems like some other embassies have been doing

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Kerry *******

Kerry *******

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Anonymous participant 128 indeed yeah. Though if they were to reject id rather it happen at 1 week not 3 or 4 🫣

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Kerry *******

Kerry *******

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Because I didn't say it in my post thank you everyone for reassurance. I haven't tolerated this wait well. If this gets approved i'll be sure to pass on any advice for those applying in future. Thanks again x

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Andi ***********

Andi ***********

We are all almost as anxious you for your approval 😊..You have had a long few weeks. Have you travelled outside of Jakarta? not just stuck there.

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Kerry *******

Kerry *******

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@Andi **********

I've been training Muay Thai at Bangkok MT for a fight back in KL. But Yeah maybe I should go a bit further afield. After result/approval? I was wondering about seeing a friends gym near Bali. But it's been hard to focus this week, so any travel felt like a waste.

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Andi ***********

Andi ***********

Many go to Bali after applying in JKT. Yeah, it is nerve racking waiting..I only had to wait 6hrs though as I did an in person application back in the early days. I can't imagine waiting weeks

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Andi ***********

Andi ***********

It is a good sign! they started to do more interviews from late last year. They will just ask basic questions on your application, why you want the DTV etc. Prepare to show your bank balance on your phone. It is much easier than it sounds, you will be fine.

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Maximilian *******

Maximilian *******

I had a interview in Colombo in Sri Lanka - it was a nice chat with a nice guy - asked some question about my business and after 5 minutes it was done :)

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Mariia **********

Mariia **********

Very normal for Jakarta if you search the group.

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Kerry *******

Kerry *******

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@Mariia *********

Ah apologies Mariia if it's repetitive. I am new and banned myself from doomscrolling until the third week. Searching for issues would have been terrifying.

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Rochelle ********

Rochelle ********

wise 🤣 very wise.

I doom scrolled into changing plans 'last minute' 🤦‍♀️ and then changed my mind again on where to apply 🫣

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JoyfulT********

JoyfulT********

It’s normal. I was asked for interview and then approved in 2 days.

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Kerry *******

Kerry *******

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JoyfulTulip1601 Thanks, that's good to hear.

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Taha ********

Taha ********

It's normal. They will verify the information given in the application.

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Kerry *******

Kerry *******

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Thanks Taha

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