Answereda year ago
Why is my visa application taking so long at the Thai Embassy in Brussels?
waiting since 29/9, applied in Brussels, don't understand why it takes so long while all documents are provided, also it's weird they could be asking for additional documents instead of requiring them during the initial upload, that would save so much time, anyways, hope the wait will be over soon...
Answer summary
The user expresses frustration about the long wait for their visa application since September 29 at the Thai Embassy in Brussels, questioning why all documents were not requested initially to avoid delays. Comments reveal that other users have experienced similar delays in various European embassies, suggesting that public holidays in Thailand may impact processing times. Advice includes the importance of understanding embassy procedures and the implications of additional document requests.
21 repliesnewest first
Click comment and we will ask for your email, then OTP, then name.
Michael **********
I waited nearly 3 weeks in Munich as well (last month). These EU embassies are super slow somehow
Anonymous ******************
There's a lot of public holidays in Thailand this month.
Expect delays
Expect delays
Anonymous ******************
If you do a search in this group, it seems they are pretty consistent in taking a month. Someone posted that they applied on July 10th and got approved Aug 13th.
Henrik *****
You could have started by reading and understanding the Thai Embassy Brussel website, then it would have come as no surprise to you.
Remember requests for additional documents resets the clock to zero
Remember requests for additional documents resets the clock to zero
Anonymous *************
OP@Henrik ****
you're funny, it seems to be your day job to paste this comment under every post lol and by the way, their webpage clearly states 10 days after complete application is received so guess what, since they haven't requested any additional docs they're well past their own deadline so calm down with your "read embassy page" posts it's silly, I just wrote my post to kill time on the way to work and complain a bit, all fine, I'll keep waitingAnonymous ******************
Anonymous participant I am curious, where did you see 10 days? I see that they suggest a minimum of 3 weeks but also say it can take 4-5 weeks during high season.
Luit *****************
Anonieme deelnemer maybe you missed the word "expected"
Henrik *****
Then you should have applied at a Embassy with quicker visa processing times.
James ********
Anonymous participant Best wishes for your success in getting the DTV visa. Belgium Thai Embassy has been reported as being slow and difficult. SAME for the Netherlands.
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous participant "It is way too long"... You're applying for a very affordable 5-year visa. Be patient. Non-immigrant visas usually take weeks to be renewed and these last for a year only. If you need faster processing, get a plane ticket for a neighboring asian country.
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous participant - Yes, in most cases they use terms that make it vague, like “in general”, etc. The bullet right after 10 days states you need to apply at least a month in advance of travel, and then the next states that for some it might take three months to get the visa. November and December are beginning of the high season and therefore, the high season timeframes might be in play. Regardless of which one you look at, you are still on the short/early side of things
Anonymous *************
OPanyways, seems can take from 10 days to 5 weeks, my initial point remains, my personal impression is that it is way too long, that was my only point so chill guys
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous participant what subpage says 10 day? Supply the link.
Anonymous *************
OPAnonymous participant 320 anyways, they say 3 different things on 3 different subpages
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous participant submission day (29th doesn’t count) & yesterday was a holiday. That being said, they say 3-5 weeks which is 15-25 buisness days
Anonymous *************
OPAnonymous participant 320 11th
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous participant 320 even if it was 10 days to process, that would be 10 business days (not weekends and holidays) and usually doesn’t include day of submission. Since Monday was a holiday, today is the 10th buisness day after day of submission.
Henrik *****
Then you can not read.
That’s why it is necessary to repeat that people should start by reading the Thai embassy website
“VISA PROCESSING TIME (4 - 5 WEEKS DURING HIGH SEASON)
Applicants are recommended to apply for the visa in advance, at least a minimum of 3 weeks and maximum 8 weeks before the expected date of your departure because the day of approval is the starting date of your visa validity.
The application will be considered only once you have completed the submission of all required documents. The Embassy reserves the right to grant an appropriate visa without prior notice.
**The Embassy will not take any responsibility if your visa is issued before/after your planned departure date because the day of approval is the starting date of your visa validity.**”
That’s why it is necessary to repeat that people should start by reading the Thai embassy website
“VISA PROCESSING TIME (4 - 5 WEEKS DURING HIGH SEASON)
Applicants are recommended to apply for the visa in advance, at least a minimum of 3 weeks and maximum 8 weeks before the expected date of your departure because the day of approval is the starting date of your visa validity.
The application will be considered only once you have completed the submission of all required documents. The Embassy reserves the right to grant an appropriate visa without prior notice.
**The Embassy will not take any responsibility if your visa is issued before/after your planned departure date because the day of approval is the starting date of your visa validity.**”
Activity
8 joined8
people
Related
25Can I apply for a Thai visa at the Budapest embassy if I'm a Slovak citizen temporarily residing in Croatia?
1.8k14242mo
What are the NYC Consulate requirements for applying for a Thai visa with funds in a brokerage account?
481345mo
Do you need to book and pay for a flight before applying for a visa to Thailand?
1.5k12148mo
Can a visa application be approved at the Thai embassy in Hanoi after being rejected elsewhere?
607519mo
Can I apply for the Thai DTV visa online while in Hanoi, Vietnam?
2.5k10279mo
Why did my visa application status change from 'Pending Approval' back to 'Processing – Pending Document Check'?
1.3k511y
What documents do I need to take to the embassy for a DTV application in Laos?
2.3k21101y
Can I start the DTV application at the embassy before receiving the DTV letter from my Muay Thai school?
3.3k26351y
What was the application process and requirements for a Thai DTV visa from the French embassy in Paris?
1k481y
How quickly can I get my visa approved for Thailand if I provide the required documents?
2k12261y
Do I need to transfer funds from my investment account to a checking account for the Thai visa application?
2.6k26131y
Can I still apply for a Non-Immigrant O Visa directly at the embassy in Kuala Lumpur?
2k1461y
Why do visas need to be applied for at the embassy in the country you are visiting?
1.7k10181y
Why can't I apply for a Thai visa online through the London Embassy while currently in Thailand?
2.7k20212y
What should I do if my Thai visa application was cancelled due to a wrong type of travel document?
2.5k18262y
What should I know about applying for a Thai visa with a Syrian passport?
3.6k1152y
What should I do with bank statements when applying for a Thai visa?
1.3k782y
Is an entry stamp from Cebu valid for a Thai visa application at the Manila Embassy?
50522y
Can I apply for a Thai visa from Cambodia and what are the bank balance requirements?
1.6k1242y
Why is my DTV visa application still pending after 14 working days?
79912y
What advice can you provide for applying for a DTV visa at the embassy in Ankara?
663212y
Should I apply for my Thai visa from the Rome embassy instead of Berlin while I’m currently in Italy?
2.1k17142y
How can I ensure a smooth application process for a Thai visa at the embassy?
1.6k10162y
What should I do if my bank statement for a Thai visa application shows insufficient transactions?
9k73712y
Can I apply for a Thai visa earlier than 4 weeks before my travel date?
1.9k7103y
Resources
Need help with your Thai visa?
#1 visa agent · 4,000+ reviews · 100,000+ expats served