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Why was my visa application rejected in Vietnam but approved in Manila?
Thai VisaVisa RejectionVisa InterviewExpat ExperienceHanoi Embassy IssuesDocument RequirementsTravel HistoryDTV VisaWorkcation Visa
Mar 19, 2026
a month ago
Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTERThai Embassy in Hanoi is very bad now. Submit at Monday. Today morning reject.
Money on USA bank.
Workcation. Never try submit before. Very good travel history.
Seems they not like my face.
Upd.
Submit Wednesday in Manila.
Next day got request for additional documents.
Friday got request for interview at Tuesday
On interview.
Consular look my documentas. I show my current project on laptop. Also check my bank account.
No important questions, but only ask me, why I got reject in Vietnam. Answer - no idea.
Today morning visa comes to my mail.
Haters - loves you.
Money on USA bank.
Workcation. Never try submit before. Very good travel history.
Seems they not like my face.
Upd.
Submit Wednesday in Manila.
Next day got request for additional documents.
Friday got request for interview at Tuesday
On interview.
Consular look my documentas. I show my current project on laptop. Also check my bank account.
No important questions, but only ask me, why I got reject in Vietnam. Answer - no idea.
Today morning visa comes to my mail.
Haters - loves you.
TLDR : Answer Summary
An expat describes their struggles with obtaining a Thai visa from the Embassy in Hanoi, facing rejection initially despite a strong travel history and comprehensive documentation. After moving their application to Manila, they received requests for additional documents and an interview, where the questioning was minimal. Ultimately, the visa was approved after an uncertain experience, sharing insights into potential reasons for rejection based on feedback from the community.
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Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTERI'm update my post. Haters - loves you.
Barry **********
Same in the uk one none 0 rejected done and paid again still no progress
Lindsey.Gr**********
Are you Ninja š„·?
Don *******
Hereās the plot twist. Heās going to come back in 5 days and tell us he used an agency
Dave ********
@Don ******
100%!!Reply to
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Anonymous ******************
Seems they not like your grammar
Wesley ********
They may have a rpoblem with your bank account being USA while you're not from the USA?
David *********
If your application was as thorough as your post here then you'll be denied in Manila soon enough also
ElĆas ********
Did your application was rejected or canceled? If the later, it means there was some spelling mistake, such as wrong middle name or wrong passport number or DOB, etc., which happens often. It it said "rejected", then it's that they deemed you didn't meet the visa criteria.
Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTER@ElĆas *******
it's reject.Reply to
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Successful***********
Nobody likes Americans anymore. šš Your president potentially fked worldwide economy for long months or years with his Iran plays, including his bro from Isrl.
Erik *******
Donāt bother guys : itās another made up story or another FAAKE NEWS !! Like always with Anonymous !!
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Erik ******
says man Erik TIGER. Why not lion or another more powerful animal? So go away if you not have any ideasReply to
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Dan *******
Been reading on this forum that several people have been rejected in Vietnam. Thatās disconcerting.
Anyone have constructive comments that might be helpful , rather than hateful or pathetic attempts at humor ?
Anyone have constructive comments that might be helpful , rather than hateful or pathetic attempts at humor ?
Efficient*********
They donāt like your face or wrong application? Did they told you that? Looking at your post i can assume (which i might be wrong) your application were filed incorrectly.
Anonymous *************
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Sophie ******
I got my DTV in Hanoi in January, if you want me to send you my glossaryās for next time let me know
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@Sophie *****
Texted youSophie ******
Itās hasnāt come through
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Christopher ***********
Did Hanoi state their reason for rejection? If not, you could try asking them. Itās vital to know otherwise you could be rejected for that same reason elsewhere.
Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Christopher **********
rly? I wrote them letter. It's casual answer. Depends on consular. By how reject be so quick? It's mean they absolutely not look at documents. I'm answer in request. In 20 minutes my statua change to pending approval ans in next 10 minutes letter on gmail that my visa reject. How it's possible? Will never believe in it.Wannikea *********
Anonymous participant rejected or cancelled?
Kurt *************
Anonymous participant did you write your name wrong or something? A simple spelling mistake is usually the reason for that kind of rejection
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ORIGINAL POSTERMates.
Contract
Employment certificate with seal and signature of my boss with his passport.
Bank statement 3 months.
Tax last 2 years
Pay slips last 3 months
Request were one, business registration of company what my boss also provide to me.
Nothing else.
Contract
Employment certificate with seal and signature of my boss with his passport.
Bank statement 3 months.
Tax last 2 years
Pay slips last 3 months
Request were one, business registration of company what my boss also provide to me.
Nothing else.
John **********
Anonymous participant did you get a letter from your boss stating you would not work with any Thai entities or clients inside Thailand and supply that letter to the consulate?
Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTERJohn **********
Anonymous participant That's not the same thing as a letter that specifically states you can work from Thailand and won't work with any Thai entities or clients inside Thailand. Quite possibly why you were rejected
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Enis ******
Can we see your face?
Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Enis *****
I'm ugly guy :)Enis ******
Im sure youre cute :) it was meant as a joke šŖš¹
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Iasmin ***********
What docummets do you provide? Did they ask for additional documents?
Authenti********
Hanoi is the easiest to place to get dtv so if you canāt get it there, move on to another visa
DTV_Be*******
I am sure there is more to it then your āfaceā. What documents did you submit?
Kenny ********
DTV_BegPecker Right. And with feel attitude through a message, I would reject it too.
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