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Which nearby countries to Thailand offer the fastest e-Visa processing times?

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Jan 31, 2025

a month ago

John *********

ORIGINAL POSTER

What countries (near Thailand) are offering the fastest processing times?

When it was in-person applications, Taiwan was known for being speedy. 

Now that everyone is using the e-Visa system, where should they go?

I have nothing against spending a week in Vietnam, Malaysia, Laos, or Cambodia. I'd still prefer a fast turnaround that's hassle-free. But I'd prefer it NOT to be two weeks or longer!

Thanks in advance,

John

PS Not dead nor related to the actor but I will entertain your jokes.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The post inquires about the fastest e-Visa processing times in countries near Thailand, expressing a preference for hassle-free applications within a week. Commenters provide various experiences, noting that while some have received visas in as little as 3 working days (Laos and Cambodia), others mention that 2 weeks is a more common timeframe. Jakarta is also cited as a quick option, with processing reportedly taking just 2 days. Overall, responses highlight that turnaround times can vary based on factors like citizenship and location of application.

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a month ago

John *********

ORIGINAL POSTER

Sweet! Thanks, I am thinking of flying to Vietnam on a Sunday and coming back on the Saturday, but might make it Sunday to following Tuesday, 10 days, 7 are working. VN knows how to process this quickly.

I got some follow-up questions for you and would appreciate your help. PM sent.

a month ago

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John *********

Cal *****

Following

a month ago

Marks *********

I’m glad this is not another anonymous post. 555

a month ago

Martin **************

I don't know if it depends on passport (Citizenship), but Cambodia approved my application within 5 hours.

a month ago

John *********

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US Passport.

You landed, uploaded your docs, and were approved the same day?

a month ago

Martin **************

@John ********

Danish Passport.

No, I applied from Thailand and it got approve the same day.

a month ago

Anonymous ******************

I would delete that if I were you, even if it's a small chance of someone reading it, I wouldn't risk your visa being canceled.

a month ago

John *********

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@Mar***

PM sent.

a month ago

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John *********

Parimal ********

Jakarta for me.. took only 2 working days via Soft Power Muay Thai..

a month ago

John *********

ORIGINAL POSTER

Putting the feelers out. Appreciate everyone’s feedback. Thanks again.

a month ago

Blake ******

I made a post today about my experience in Savannahket in Laos. I got it in 3 working days. But it's still risky here I think, they have a history of being strict.

a month ago

Jim ********

Not accepting Blues Brothers applications at this time

a month ago

Elías ********

No place would guarantee it to be approved within one week. Two weeks is the bare minimum, true that a few people has gotten it faster, but those seem to be the exception, not the rule.

a month ago

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Elías ********

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