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What was the experience of obtaining a visa for a workation in Thailand while freelancing?

Dec 24, 2025
4 months ago
Breathtakin***********
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Approved in Hanoi, workation freelancer.

got approved within 7 business days, my friend got it within 6 days.

No documents requested.

Thank you all for sharing the information in this great group.

We uploaded only the things they asked, simple and straightforward, no additions, just clear and accurate.

I entered CNX yesterday with the visa.

It was so smooth, no questions asked, only smiles and welcoming. πŸ™

Thank you great community!
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A freelancer shared their successful experience obtaining a visa for a workation in Thailand, getting approval in just 7 business days without any additional document requests. They entered Chiang Mai smoothly, receiving a warm welcome. Comments from others inquire about the submitted documents and reflect on individual experiences with the visa process.
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Jay ********
I fly to Hanoi and am a freelancer (LLC based in SF) from the states. I got negative feedback from a member I don’t care to acknowledge. Good for you.
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Steffen ********
Which documents did you submit?
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