Why did my friends and I get rejected for a Thai visa in Hanoi, and can we reapply at another consulate?

The user and their two friends faced visa rejections at the Thai consulate in Hanoi despite providing comprehensive documentation, including a substantial bank statement and proof of stable employment. Other users in the thread speculate on potential causes for the rejections, such as missing recommendation letters, the need for formal remote work permission from the employer, and possible reliability concerns about their documents. Suggestions are made for applying at other consulates, particularly in Jakarta or Ho Chi Minh City, which are reported to have a more forgiving application process. The conversation highlights frustrations with the current visa processing system and offers insight into alternative options for expats seeking a visa to Thailand.