Why do people choose to use agents for visa applications in Thailand despite the ease of online processing?

@Martin ********

You need Evisa, mate?

@Paul *******

Exactly, mate. Everyone has his own job for a living!

@Dennis **********

send this group a message. 'Thai Visa Centre' are the moderators. Or call into their office to meet in person.

@Dennis **********

would you pay for their time?

@Gianpaolo *****

I just did the procedure. The system filled in the details automatically as I entered the picture of my passport. Name, first and middle name. At the end, I had to acknowledge that all data were correct. I saw that the evisa application switched my names in another order. I noticed that and sent screenshots to the ambassy. After no response for a couple of days, I decided to file for my visa. After 2 more days, I received an request to send some Pdf files from bank account etc. Immediately after that, I got another mail that said that my application was denied, no reason whatsoever given. I asked for clarification and the response was that I entered wrong names (which I did not) and that I did not had to complain to them as it was me that did this awful crime. Luckily, I had a screenshot of my application and passport to prove that. So they assumed that I made a mistake, and rejected the application.

On the evisa website, my application was marked blue with a blue dot as being rejected but in the remarks it showed a purple dot 'pending'🤷‍♂️. I can understand why people go to agents 😉

@Jamie ************

and it comes down to if you're loaded enough. If I had a couple million dollars like some expats do be paying to have someone else to do it for sure

@Jamie ************

The money I save NOT using an agent will pay for a dozen restaurant meals!

@Dave ********

I have never spent more than 2 hours doing my yearly extention. Those saying that it takes many hours and lots of queuing can't be for real

@Lincoln ******

that does not cost 25-35,000 Baht though.

@Henry ********

…or have the funds but not the Thai bank account to get the process started.

@Henry ********

Many do have the 800k but don't want to leave it in a Thai bank earning scant interest.

@Brian *******

hi, why pay for an Elite if you can qualify being over 50 & have the funds. Surely the 1900 baht a year is a better option if you qualify?

@Mark *********

When we talk about guaranteeing acceptance, what we mean is that we thoroughly vet each case before any fees come into play. Also our fees are always collected as a fully refundable deposit with a contract in place which would entitle the customer to a full refund if we fail to render the requested service.

This is to offer our clients an additional layer of assurance.

There are many reasons someone might choose third-party help, but if you're equipped and willing to go it alone, that's a great option 😊