thailand
Ask question

Which is the correct Thai embassy location in Laos for applying for an O visa for kids?

Thai Embassy in LaosO VisaVisa ApplicationConsulate ProceduresExpat Life in Thailand
Dec 15, 2023
a year ago
Dylan ********************
ORIGINAL POSTER
Which Thai embassy located is the correct one in Laos. I want to apply for O visa for my kids.
1,422
views
3
likes
50
all likes
32
replies
4
images
8
users
TLDR : Answer Summary
The discussion focuses on identifying the correct Thai embassy location in Laos for applying for an O visa for children. Participants clarify that the Thai consulate in Vientiane is the right place to go, emphasizing the need for a prior appointment to enter. The specific location near the Lao Ministry of Foreign Affairs is noted, and there is light-hearted commentary on navigating directions.
David *******
The lower one, it is next to the Lao Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
a year ago
Like
Reply
Tom *********
Both ! When you come to a fork in the road, take it...! :-)
a year ago
Like
Reply
Dylan ********************
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Tom ********
 so you can apply at either location?
a year ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Dylan ********************
Reply
Bernd ***********
That's the location from the map shown on the embassy webpage
a year ago
Like
Reply
Dylan ********************
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Bernd **********
 thank you.
a year ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Dylan ********************
Reply
Brandon ************
Make sure you're aware, an appointment is required for the Thai consulate in Vientiane. Without an appointment you won't even get past the front gate.
a year ago
Like
Reply
Dylan ********************
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Brandon ***********
 I’m going to be applying visas for my kids not for me or my husband. Do you know if i need to make an appointment for just the kids or I need to have an appointment made for my husband and I too?
a year ago
Like
Reply
Brandon ************
@Dylan *******************
 I would assume only the kids but that's just a guess
a year ago
Like
Reply
Dylan ********************
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Brandon ***********
 thank you.
a year ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Dylan ********************
Reply
Ali ********
a year ago
Like
Reply
Ali ********
Line out the front Lak40 is cafe. There are also print, copy, photo places across the road and next to the cafe if you need them. All locals will ask - do you have form, no walkins
a year ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Ali ********
Reply
Ali ********
a year ago
Like
Reply
Ali ********
Inside Embassy - everyone sits in line you just go up when person in front is finished
a year ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Ali ********
Reply
Dylan ********************
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Brandon ***********
 yes I made an appointment for each of my kids but it doesn’t show the location address. It just says

Your appointment is on Mon 08, January 2024 from 09:00 - 12:00 at the Consular Section of the Royal Thai Embassy, Vientiane, Lao PDR.

Please Print or Show this email message once you get to the Consular Section of the Royal Thai Embassy, Vientiane, Lao PDR.

Ref Code: kLGibo

Queue #: 029

Time: 09:00 - 12:00

Date: Mon 08, January 2024
a year ago
Like
Reply
Dylan ********************
ORIGINAL POSTER
I’m going to be applying visas for my kids not for me or my husband. Do you know if i need to make an appointment for just the kids or I need to have an appointment made for my husband and I too?
a year ago
Like
Reply
Ali ********
@Dylan *******************
 sorry I’m not sure. I can only say that there was a couple with two kids at the Embassy, while I was there, the Dad looked like he only had one appointment sheet for the 4 passports - and all of them went up to the counter.
a year ago
Like
Reply
Dylan ********************
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Ali *******
 thanks. Just to make sure. I made appointments for all of us 6 appointments in total.
a year ago
Like
Reply
Ali ********
@Dylan *******************
 Bus info if interested. Note - you can only buy bus tickets on the day of travel (ridiculous I know) I was able to buy the 8am ticket the day before.

When facing Bus Station ticket office is on the right outside of station on the corner.

Also, you will need 10,000 kip at border per passport (no idea, foreigner charge?!)
a year ago
Like
Reply
Dylan ********************
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Ali *******
 where can we change Thai baht to Kip?
a year ago
Like
Reply
Ali ********
@Dylan *******************
 airport or any currency exchange in Vientiane
a year ago
Like
Reply
Ali ********
a year ago
Like
Reply
Ali ********
@Dylan *******************
 well better to be safe than sorry! I would’ve done the same. Especially since everyone asks - do you have form? Do you have form?
a year ago
Like
Reply
Dylan ********************
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Ali *******
 yes.
a year ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Dylan ********************
Reply
Ali ********
@Dylan *******************
 pics for reference
a year ago
Like
Reply
Dylan ********************
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Ali *******
 do you think we should book a return ticket or wait until we get approval for the kids visa to book a flight back to Thailand?
a year ago
Like
Reply
Ali ********
@Dylan *******************
 I would definitely wait until you have all visas and passports (they will hold all of your passports for the 2 days) back in your hands before booking flights.

Also, flights are way cheaper from Udon Thani than Vientiane. You can catch an international bus (2 hours) from Central Bus Station in Vientiane (80 THB each) to Udon Thani.
a year ago
Like
Reply
Dylan ********************
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Ali *******
 thank you. I didn’t know they hold passports. This is the first time we are doing this.
a year ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Dylan ********************
Reply
Ali ********
@Dylan *******************
 Hey Dylan I’ve just been there a couple of days ago.

Here are some tips.

There is no shade take an umbrella - I was waiting in line for 45 minutes both days. You have to show the appointment form as you go in. The appointment time does not matter! So you can get there at 8.30am, but it will not open until 9am on the dot. You go inside and sit on chairs (in another line) numbers are not called out. Just first in first served. There were only 2 counters open, and on one day only 1 counter (guy on number 2 counter is known to be grumpy - he got angry at me for not giving appointment form to him first - it’s him not you!)

Good Luck! If you have a baby people are kind and will let you go to the front of the line.
a year ago
Like
Reply
Dylan ********************
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Ali *******
 wow this helps a lot. Yes I have a baby 6 months old. And 3 other littles. 2, 3, and 7 years old.

Why did you have to wait in line both days?
a year ago
Like
Reply
Ali ********
@Dylan *******************
 Urgh! (Tuesday) They wanted a Police Check for my Education Visa - which I got, went back next day (Wednesday) to give certificate, waited in lines again only to be told they were too busy come back next day (Thursday) (the day I was told to collect my passport) so I thought it wouldn’t be approved - handed in the Police Check - guy (Counter 2) snatched it, didn’t even look at it and gave me passport).

You will get a ‘collection notice’ for two days time saying collect passport between 1.30pm - 4pm, I started lining up just before 1pm. So the same situation but the line got very long, very fast - first in first served. And it’s hotter! Be prepared, have everything ready on day one, a lot of people were still fill out forms on a table inside - there is a great cafe Lak40 next door with toilets and WiFi. There are also toilets in Embassyz

When you go to pick up passport just hand the notice to them and they will give you back passport. Once inside the embassy the seating area is covered, but passport collection line went back to the gate so people were standing. It will be a long time for your little ones! My thinking was Id rather wait 30mins before than who knows how long once gate opens, glad I did
a year ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Ali ********
Reply
Keith *********
Bottom one
a year ago
Like
Reply
Ramses **************
The lowest one
a year ago
Like
Reply
Reply to
Ramses **************
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
What is the process for obtaining a Non O Thai family visa in Vietnam?
11 comments
5 months ago
What issues might arise when processing dependents' visas at the Thai Consulate in Vientiane for a volunteer visa application?
3 comments
a year ago
What is the best travel agency to help obtain a Thai tourist visa in Vientiane, Laos?
2 comments
a year ago
Which Thai embassy or consulate in Laos is easiest for applying for a NON-O married visa?
24 comments
a year ago
What documents are needed to apply for a Non-O visa at the embassy in Laos?
2 comments
a year ago
What are the requirements for obtaining a Thai tourist visa in Vientiane, Laos?
10 comments
a year ago
Which Thai embassy or consulate near Ho Chi Minh is the easiest for obtaining a tourist visa within a week?
18 comments
a year ago
Can I apply for a child dependency visa in Laos and what are the requirements?
15 comments
a year ago
What are the requirements and processes for obtaining a Guardian/Thai Child visa at the Thai embassies in Laos?
10 comments
a year ago
What are the current requirements for obtaining a 3-month Non-O family visa at the Thai embassy in Vientiane, Laos?
10 comments
2 years ago
What is the process and requirements for obtaining an Ed Visa and dependent visas for children from the Thailand Embassy in Vientiane, Laos?
2 comments
2 years ago
What should I know before going to Laos for a Non-Immigrant O Visa application?
30 comments
5 years ago
What can I expect during the visa application process at the Thai Embassy in Vientiane?
15 comments
5 years ago
What is the best Thai embassy location in Laos to apply for an Ed visa for my daughter attending school in Bangkok?
3 comments
6 years ago
Which Thai consulate should I visit in Laos for a 60-day tourist visa?
13 comments
6 years ago
What should I know before applying for a tourist visa at the Thai consulate in Vientiane?
14 comments
6 years ago
What was the experience like at the Thai consulate in Vientiane today regarding visa applications?
20 comments
6 years ago
Can I apply for Non-O visas for my kids in Thailand, or do I need to leave the country?
12 comments
6 years ago
What are the requirements for obtaining a Non-Immigrant O visa for a Thai child in Vientiane?
15 comments
6 years ago
What are some recommended tour agencies in Laos for obtaining a Thai visa?
17 comments
6 years ago
Where can I obtain a Thai ED visa in Vientiane, Laos—at the Embassy or the Consulate?
6 comments
6 years ago
Where is the Thai consulate located in Vientiane and how do I apply for a visa there?
26 comments
7 years ago
Where can I change my visa with kids in a kid-friendly and inexpensive location from Northern Thailand?
12 comments
7 years ago
What is the best way to get to the Thai consulate in Savannakhet, Laos for a Non-O visa?
16 comments
7 years ago
Am I going to the right place to apply for my ED Visa in Vientiane?
13 comments
7 years ago
Data protection policyTerms and conditionsDisclaimerPrivacy policyRefund policy
The asq: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.