Geoff ******

They asked for the statements to be emailed, so I printed, scanned and sent them off last night. Let's see if that will suffice. All my pension providers send me a statement of income, at least annually, or as the monthly rate changes. This was always good enough for the non-O but the O-A is a different beast.

5 years ago

What documents are required to send for an O-A visa application after applying online via the London Embassy?

Geoff *******

@Ron ******

The requirements from the MFA via the London Embassy seem to change overnight and without warning. This may be because of the new online system bedding in but is it a coincidence that all changes appear to make applications more onerous?

5 years ago

What documents are required to send for an O-A visa application after applying online via the London Embassy?

Geoff *******

For the record, I have just received an email from the London Embassy asking me to send 3 months bank statements showing my pension income. This is in addition to the uploaded pension statements.

5 years ago

What documents are required to send for an O-A visa application after applying online via the London Embassy?

Geoff *******

@Ron ******

Thank you for the confirmation. Certainly makes things easier but I guess it could delay an application if they do ask for original documents. I will allow a few more days just in case.

5 years ago

What documents are required to send for an O-A visa application after applying online via the London Embassy?

Geoff *******

@Ron ******

I was surprised too as there have been conflicting instructions over the past few weeks as the new process has rolled out. As

@Peter **********

says, the downloaded instructions are quite clear and seemingly backed up in his phone call. I have a couple of weeks until my postal submission deadline, so I'll hang fire until I hear more from you guys.

5 years ago

What documents are required to send for an O-A visa application after applying online via the London Embassy?

Geoff *******

@Peter **********

Thank you.

5 years ago

How long does it take to hear back after applying for an OA visa at the Thai Embassy in London?

Geoff *******

@Ron ******

Thanks. I did just that and you were absolutely right. Went to home page...

5 years ago

How long does it take to hear back after applying for an OA visa at the Thai Embassy in London?

Geoff *******

I've just completed, and paid for my O-A. Screen says 'Please stay on this page. It may take a few minutes'. It's been like that for about 15-20 mins now. How long did you have to wait for the receipt?

5 years ago

Can I book a hotel in Bangkok during a layover without losing my re-entry permit for my non-immigrant O visa?

Geoff *******

Final comment. I've just answered my own query. Where the layover is more than 6 hours, you are considered a domestic passenger and depart the country in BKK. Therefore, my original question does not arise. I have booked a hotel in BKK. Re-entry permit is not affected, although I understand it will cost 200 baht more than in Chiang Mai.

6 years ago

Can I book a hotel in Bangkok during a layover without losing my re-entry permit for my non-immigrant O visa?

Geoff *******

Sounds as if it's not worth the hassle. Thanks all for your input.

6 years ago