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Which embassies are the friendliest for following visas for Non-O visa holders in Thailand?

Aug 9, 2023
3 years ago
Tom ******
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**Embassies for Following visa

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At KL embassy in June, I got my application for a following visa refused. KL previously issued me one, but they said they had changed their policy.

I'm following my Australian wife on a Non-O visa.

Which nearby embassies are known to be the friendliest for offering Following visas?
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The user inquired about nearby embassies known for being friendly in processing following visas after a refusal at the Kuala Lumpur embassy, where a change in policy was cited. Comments highlighted that Vientiane does not offer this service, while Penang had previously aided with this before Covid and may still be a viable option. There were also suggestions to contact Penang and Savannakhet directly for updates on their current processing status.
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Adi ********
We got a wife follow visa on a Non O in March 2020 in Penang.
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Ellie *******
Maybe one of the ideas is to contact Penang or Savannkeht directly. We have a report someone could get Non-O dependent on a Non-O retirement visa/extension holder from Penang early this year if I remember right. Not sure current situation. Check with them.
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Gems ***************
From my personal experience before Covid, HCMC is. Not sure about now.
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John **********
Is your wife on a Non-O visa or something else? If so what purpose?
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Tom ******
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@John *********
she has a Non-O.
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John **********
@Tom *****
for what purpose
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Tom ******
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@John *********
Retirement
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John **********
@Tom *****
as you realise you can't get this inside Thailand. I'd recommend contacting the Thai embassy in Penang as I believe they issue this.
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Tod *********
Vientiane does NOT,

No idea if Savannakhet will

Penang USED to do it pre-covid

Doubtful HCMC or Hanoi will

unknown about Phnom Penh
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