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Thailand Visa

A major concern for those foreigners coming to Thailand is the acquisition of a long term Thai visa. Even amongst the expatriate community in Thailand, the Thai visa issue can be a constant concern. This concern can be particularly acute because the Thai Immigration regulations regarding the issuance and extension of Thai visas are in a constant state of flux. Therefore, it can be difficult for foreigners to do research on Thai visa rules because much information quickly goes stale. This research problem is compounded by the fact that each Thai visa category has its own rules regarding issuance and extension.

If the applicant is not in the Kingdom of Thailand, then the submission of the Thai visa application will depend upon the applicants country of origin. For many, obtaining the preferred Thai visa category will prove difficult if the proper documentation is not prepared before submission at the Thai Embassy or Consulate. In recent years, the Royal Thai Immigration Police have made entry regulations more stringent. Meanwhile, the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs has made it more difficult for applicants to receive multiple tourist visas at Embassies and Consulates in countries such as Laos, Cambodia, Malaysia, Singapore, Myanmar (Burma), Hong Kong, Vietnam, and the Philippines. Finally, the ultimate decision in Thai visa matters is left to the officer reviewing the application. It is not uncommon to see a Thai visa application rejected because the forms are not properly filled out or the applicant is light on documentation. It would seem that professional assistance may be a necessity when it comes to applying for visas to Thailand.

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