September 29, 2024
20 hours ago
Update on my husband's married DTV with the Thai Consulate of Los Angeles: Came back today to tell him to reapply to the visa after he had mistakenly "forgot" to put a hyphen in his last name. Note: The message did not tell him that he's denied a visa.
Applied: Sept 12, 2024
Reapplied: Sept 28, 2024
At the end of the reapplication, was expected to pay another $400 (.... really?)
Remember everyone who happens to have hyphens in their names or some middle name. INCLUDE THEM! Save the $400 mistake that my husband made.
TLDR : Answer Summary
A user shares their experience with the Thai Consulate in Los Angeles regarding the DTV visa application process, highlighting issues caused by incorrect name spelling (specifically the omission of a hyphen). After initially applying on September 12, 2024, and having to reapply on September 28, 2024, they faced an additional $400 fee. Community comments emphasize the importance of ensuring names are spelled exactly as on the passport, with some sharing similar experiences and the potential for mistakes in the eVisa system. The discussion also touches on frustrations with the Los Angeles office's strictness.
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