@Ben *******

well played. Thats the hard part out of the way

Also keep in mind that getting a bank account is almost impossible over here for short term visas.

If you have wise or some other options, sweet. Just calling it out so you aren't surprised when you get here and get the rude shock.

Have you recently gone to Vietnam, Laos or Malaysia?

I did mine recently and the requested validation was a passport stamp from the country i was applying from.

I had to fly to Malaysia to get that stamp but possibly if you already have one, that could be enough to start your process.

You will still need to leave Thailand to come back in and get your passport stamped once your e-visa is approved.

This is my experience with Malaysia and it was a process that only took about a week. Could be different elsewhere

I just did mine as an E-visa from Malaysia. As long as your employer has all the docs, the online process is really just about putting those documents in the right section. I often use agents for things but felt this one isn't really necessary.

Note: school will provide about 10 documents, applicantion will initially only ask for 2-3. There will be subsequent requests for some of the other documents which is a little inefficient but just calling it out so it's not a surprise.

Good luck

These Electronic gates are awesome except for the fact that visa applications often still ask for evidence of a stamp. I look forward to the requirements/processes for the embassies catching up with the electronic gates.

@Tony *******

they've asked for a copy of the stamp in this instance.

It is what it is 🙂

Thank you both. Seems like i was given some dud info unfortunately. It happens.

I will arrange a re-entry and go to Malaysia next week to submit the application. Hopefully it all gets approved before my already purchased flights on 15th. I understand its usually about a 3-4day process so will keep my fingers crosses.

Leave your sim with a trusted person in US. when the 2FA is sent, they can whatsapp you the number.

I know its not ideal, but its a solution that works.

@Matt ********

family member behind you is rocking out too. Thats awesome.

All the happiness to you mate 💪

I earn in HK so won't pay taxes in AU. Im only a contractor for an AU company. I will pay myself a salary here but want to do it in the most efficient way