Ask question
This is NOT an official government website. We are an independent resource providing information and assistance to travelers.

When is the best time to apply for a Non-O visa from London before traveling to Thailand?

Jul 26, 2025
9 months ago
Todd *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
Hi have just booked my flight to Thailand arriving 19th October, when would be best time for me to apply for non o visa from London, have most paperwork ready thanks
511
views
8
all likes
2
replies
3
users
TLDR : Answer Summary
You should apply for your NON-O visa from London within 90 days prior to your travel date to Thailand, ideally about 1 month ahead of your travel. The Thai embassy in London is efficient, typically processing applications in around 2-3 days.
90 DAY REPORTING RESOURCES / SERVICES
  • Use the trusted Thailand 90 Day Reporting Serviceto get your in-person report done and mailed to you for as low as 375 THB (even if the online system doesn't work for you).
  • For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
  • Join the Thai Visa Advice Facebook Group to ask your questions, and get advice from others.
Brandon ************
You'll have 90 days to use your visa from the day it is issued. So that means anytime within the 90 days before you travel. Generally about 1 month ahead is fine. And London is known as one of the fastest Thai embassies in the world, normally processing applications in 2-3 days.
Like
Reply
Ishbel ***********
@Brandon ***********
I applied for my non o at London in June and it took 16 days so a bit longer atm
Like
Reply
Reply to
Ishbel ***********
Reply
Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else
... members · 60% approval rate
The Thai Visa Advice And Everything Else group allows for a broad range of discussions on life in Thailand, beyond just visa inquiries.
Join the Group
Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else
View the Conversation
Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else
The ask:thailand community, consisting of multiple Q/A groups with over 100,000 members, powers this platform. It is not an official government resource. Our members actively contribute to this resource, and while we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee its complete reliability. Assistance to travelers is provided as a community service.