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What should South Africans know about obtaining a police clearance for visa applications in Thailand?
Just a word of advice for any South Africans who may need to get a police clearance from South Africa: the current backlog for clearances is 42000 applications, and the estimated waiting time is 8-10 weeks, so factor that into your visa application process.
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A warning for South Africans needing police clearances: there is a significant backlog of 42,000 applications with an estimated wait time of 8-10 weeks. This delay should be considered when planning your visa application.
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