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Which nearby countries are recommended for applying for a Thai visa, and is Vietnam a good choice?

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What nearby countries are recommend to apply for the visa? Vietnam ok? I've heard Laos is no bueno.

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The post discusses the best nearby countries for applying for a Thai visa, with Vietnam being suggested but noted for its strictness and longer processing times. Comments highlight that the Philippines has had a positive experience with a quick turnaround for visa applications, while there are concerns about Laos. Additionally, there is an upcoming change where from January 1st, all applications will be processed online.

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From 1st January all will be done online

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Marcie *******

Marcie *******

Philippines was good to us. In person application. Applied Monday, picked up Thursday.

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Jordan *********

Jordan *********

Where in the Philippines did you apply?

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Marcie *******

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Manila

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Rob *********

Rob *********

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Cool, I've never been too.

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Vietnam is very strict now. Don't think you'll meet the nice officers now. Cause everyone is rushing to vietnam now they're very full

Takes also longer than usual

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Laura *********

Laura *********

what do you mean by nice officers? its no everything online?

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Stathis ***********

Stathis ***********

What you mean strict?

Got mine a week ago and my wife 2 days ago. I didnt feel anything strict. At least in Hanoi.

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Laura *********

Laura *********

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let me ask you, do you guys did all the process online correct? you did not have to go in person to the embassy or for interviews.

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Andi ***********

Andi ***********

Taiwan is strict with documentation. Dec 27 last walk in day. Online only Jan 2025

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