There isn't much difference in price with applying online in the UK and extending in Thailand so for peace of mind I would apply in the UK. If you apply this weekend you will have it by the middle of next week at the latest.

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@Will ***********

thank you that is very useful.

@David ******

thanks. Yes I have just e mailed them.

@Calvin ********

that makes sense if you can change your flight. I tried a couple of years ago to get a visa through the Embassy in Ankara but it turned out easier to get a visa exemption in Thailand and then do a border run. Now with borders harder to cross I thought it may be easier to get a visa in Turkey before I go later in the year but maybe not! Take care and enjoy your travels.

Have you got a flight booked from Turkey though to Thailand? It might be worth getting the train up to Ankara whilst you still have time on your visa here in Turkey. I guess there are no guarantees the Albanian Embassy will be any better. Good luck.

I have never been able to get a reply from the embassy or consulate. I believe you can apply online to Ankara.