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Which embassy should I choose between Penang and Jakarta for my Thai visa application?
Hey guys,
After my visa application got cancelled, I don't have any other option except to try applying again. But at the same time, I'm running out of time on my Vietnamese visa — I’ll have to leave the country by tomorrow at the latest.
Which embassy should I choose between Penang and Jakarta?
These would be the best options for me because my country doesn't require a visa for up to 30 days.
Thanks for your help!
After my visa application got cancelled, I don't have any other option except to try applying again. But at the same time, I'm running out of time on my Vietnamese visa — I’ll have to leave the country by tomorrow at the latest.
Which embassy should I choose between Penang and Jakarta?
These would be the best options for me because my country doesn't require a visa for up to 30 days.
Thanks for your help!
Answer summary
The user seeks advice on whether to apply for a Thai visa at the embassy in Penang or Jakarta, due to an impending departure from Vietnam. Comments suggest Jakarta as a preferred option for its perceived ease and efficiency, though some caution against the complications of the visa requirements in both locations.
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Henrik *****
Search the group for specific the Embassies that interest you.
Tammi *****
Jakarta!
Alison ****
I submitted on March 29th through HCM and they asked for more documents twice already and now it’s in “processing”status. I was also thinking if they didn’t approve my visa I will apply from Jakarta again
James ********
@Alison ***
please update us... thanks 👍Alison ****
@James *******
will doRafael *********
OP@Alison ***
okay, i havent decided yet, but i have to do it todayAlison ****
@Rafael ********
good luck to you!🤞🏼Do it in Jakarta I think it’s easier there than other places. Mine is still in “processing” status until nowQub *****
Penang - more expensive but a lot of things to do.
Jakarta - cheaper, but nothing to do.
People say Jakarta is easier. Maybe.
But I'm stuck here since 27.3, so 12 calendar days...
Maybe I would choose a different embassy/country next time. This reminds me covid times...
At least I have room with window!
Jakarta - cheaper, but nothing to do.
People say Jakarta is easier. Maybe.
But I'm stuck here since 27.3, so 12 calendar days...
Maybe I would choose a different embassy/country next time. This reminds me covid times...
At least I have room with window!
Mikołaj *******
Jakarta is the Best. I wait 3 days for visa DTV
Qub *****
@Mikołaj ******
Yes and no, but thank you, I'm more than aware of it.Qub *****
@Mikołaj ******
...and I'm waiting since 28.3.
Dom ********
@Qub ****
sometimes takes longer if your ticket in to Thailand is booked far in advanceQub *****
@Dom *******
9.4. 😅Mikołaj *******
@Qub ****
"From March 31 to April 7, there was a holiday in Indonesia."Mikołaj *******
@Qub ****
strange Thing. Take a Look your emailQub *****
@Mikołaj ******
Not all status changes generate email notification. It's good to check it on-line. Checking regularly.
Ben *****
Does it say why it got cancelled
Rafael *********
OP@Ben ****
they dind mettion anything, today i went in the embasy but i got nothing as well
Anonymous ******************
Vientiane is an option provided you have a minimum of 3 months worth of bank statements showing 500k
If not, try Jakarta, or Manila
If not, try Jakarta, or Manila
Damodar ********
Jakarta it should be a no brainer by now!
Rafael *********
OPwhat do you mean mate
Rafael *********
OPhow many moths do i have to show the bank statment ?
Anonymous ******************
@Rafael ********
I submitted 3 months but only the most recent had 500k and was approved in Jakarta. There have also been reports of approvals with only 1 month.Damodar ********
@Rafael ********
Get the Visa there! Jakarta and Manila seem to be by far one of the best and quickest options! I got my dtv approved with Jakarta embassy just a few days ago. They don’t disappoint.Raed ****
avoid Malaysia and Indonesia, the requirements almost impossible
Anonymous ******************
@Raed ***
Indonesia processed and approved my application in. 2 working days. Of course I actually qualify for this visa and provided a detailed application.
Jayson **********
@Raed ***
I also just got mine in Jakarta in about 3.5 days.Damodar ********
@Raed ***
This comment is really misleading! Indonesia is one of the best countries in Asia and easiest to get the DTV Visa. Just use the search bar and check for yourself. I also got my visa their approved just few days ago.Damodar ********
in my opinion of course:)
Raed ****
@Damodar *******
he can try , and i hope he get approved , no harm feelings but i think Vientiane, Laos is the easiest one so farDamodar ********
@Raed ***
Yes Vientienne beeing good recently that’s true! But for Jakarta no interview is needed which makes it a bit easier.
Miguel *************
@Raed ***
I'm told Indonesia is easier than Malaysia.Raed ****
@Miguel ************
there was multiple reports in the last few weeks for ridiculous requirements from those embassies + Singapore as well
John *******
@Miguel ************
I agreeMiguel *************
@John ******
actually, I think the consensus is that Jakarta is easy.John *******
@Raed ***
have not seen much saying Jakarta is difficult, but agree with Singapore and MalaysiaRafael *********
OPWhich one should i choose now ?
Raed ****
@Rafael ********
Try Vientiane, LaosActivity
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