hotandsticky

Same here, in and out in 20 minutes. Take (and sign) each of the prescribed documents. Glue your photo on yourself and write your phone number underneath. That will get you a queue number. I was second in the queue and it took only 15 minutes once inside.

"Touch and go..." That's what is needed.

That is juvenile! ????

I was aware that it was possible to enter on an expired passport - what BS? She is entitled to enter, Covid prevented earlier return and she will renew her passport shortly (not that she needs to). Obviously, the OP's situation is different as there is no Thai passport to start with.

They are Thai citizens!

You brave, brave man. You must be feeling so proud.

Please do.

Thais were wearing masks to protect against PMI 2.5 on cycles, motorbikes and walking way before Covid.

Going 1st July.

I love Dublin (now there's flexibility on visas - that temporary arrangement runs and runs), as does my missus Arlington hotel, Guinness storehouse, Bushmills, Gaiety theatre (Riverdance), Temple bar, Croke Park......

Who said he had extended previously ???????!!!!!!!!

The 'new' rules give a lot more flexibility. Should I happen to be on holiday in the UK, I can now take my missus on a spontaneous booze run to Calais - or lunch in Le Touqet.

Why do you have to stoop to insulting people by saying they are scared? Freedom of choice is a great thing............................respect it.

1. You are not married. That gives you nothing in the event of your partner dying intestate. 2. Google Usufruct/Superficiaries. That is how to obtain security of tenure, 3. Keep the family onboard - if they don't want you there it will be harder to make the legal side work. 4. Should you marry remember that marriage invalidates a Will.

Nothing stays the same. The 2020 revisions:- The rules changing are as follows: Visa fees have increased for all applicants Applicants that used to pay €60 per application will now need to pay €80, while children aged 6 to 12 that had to pay €35 will now need to pay €40. The fee does not change for nationals of countries that have a visa-facilitation agreement with the European Union, for which the fee remains €35.* The European Union has argued that the visa fee hike brings it in line with the level where it would be today if it had been aligned to the general EU-wide inflation rate since 2006. It also points out that despite the increase, Schengen visa fees remain much lower than the ones for other countries. “By international standards, the €80 visa fee remains low. As a comparison, applying for a tourist visa to the United States costs €143 and €126 for China. Travelers to Australia have to pay €90 for their visa, while those going to New Zealand will be charged €146. A visa to Canada costs €68, to India €95, and to the UK €112 (January 2020),” a Q&A published by the European Commission points out. Application form can now be signed and submitted electronically The EU has instructed the Member States to allow applicants to complete and submit application forms electronically, where possible. This means that applicants will also be able to sign the applications electronically, which signature should then be recognized by the competent Member State. Applying six months in advance of a trip is now possible While so far Schengen visa applicants could file an application ad early as three months in advance of their trip to the borderless Schengen area, now this rule has changed. The updated code makes it possible for travelers to apply six months before their trip. Whereas seafarers in the performance of their duties can submit their application nine months prior to their intended arrival at any Schengen port. Schengen Members to outsource visa application in every country With the new code, the Schengen Member States will be present in more countries, so that travelers will no longer have to travel to a neighboring country just to file an application. The Code obliges all members, where possible, to be present in every country through their embassy/consulate, another Member States, or by outsourcing Schengen visa admission to an external service provider. More Benefits for Frequent Travelers with a Positive Visa History Frequent travelers to the Schengen Area, either for business, tourism, or other short-term purposes, will benefit most from the new rules for Schengen Visa application, SchengenVisaInfo.com reports. These travelers will be granted with the benefit of getting a multiple-entry visa valid for up to five years, given that have a positive visa history, which means they meet the following conditions: They have lawfully used their previous visas. They have a good economic situation in the country of origin. They have a genuine intention to leave the Schengen Area before the expiry of the visa for which they have applied. https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/news/new-schengen-visa-rules-start-applying-on-sunday-feb-2/

Mine too if they didn't push single beds together to make a 'double'.

Unfortunately, you are wrong Sandy. Because of her track record/history my partner is automatically issued with a 12 month multiple entry Schengen visa.

More like boredom. Still see it

You will find most of these vloggers are American (not that that matters - no! invasion of privacy laws are quite clear - even in Thailand)

There is loads of stuff available in the pinned topics above and, for example, the gov.uk website. Here are a couple of snippets:- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/visitor-visa-guide-to-supporting-documents 9. Documents you should not use as evidence Some types of documents are less useful as evidence in visit applications. These include: bank statements or letters issued more than 1 year before the date of application credit card statements driving licence educational certificates that are not listed as required for your visa evidence of car ownership personal photographs notarial certificates business cards hotel bookings flight bookings (unless transiting) photocopies of bank cards certificates relating to leisure activities, for example sports trophies travel insurance sponsor’s utility bills sponsor’s council tax bills Visit-guidance-v7.0EXT.PDF

1. You cannot submit photographs, you will need to detail the relationship. when, where etc and back it up with some evidence. If you have made your life here you will have evidence. Without knowing your situation I can't make specific comment but you will either live in a house owned by your partner, rented by you or you live in a condo - that should throw up evidence of abode, which you ,ay well have used for annual extensions. 2. Financial adequacy is subjective (unlike Schengen that are very specific on daily amounts required). As sponsor, I usually submit my Premium Bonds statement, then show off by including my P60. 3. The risk of flight is the biggest reason for an application being declined (often the relationship or financials are also a but flimsy), Your circumstances will determine how strong the ties are to family etc in Thailand. Owning land is a nice one to throw in, but returning to continue your life together of xx years is compelling.

The UK Visa is completed online and is quite straight forward - most of the details are just repetitive data input. The uploaded documents are the crux of the application but they should be limited to those that provide supporting evidence for the 3 key areas of genuineness of relationship/reason to visit, financial adequacy and reasons to return to Thailand. I always include an introductory letter detailing the genuineness of the relationship, showing the financial adequacy and listing the reasons to return.

Personally. I think any letter from the male partner is of no value. I could accept that the living together in Thailand MIGHT strengthen the case for return, but IMO the Schengen application places less emphasis on the risk of flight than UKVI. The applicant is judged on her own merits and, unlike the UK visa, the 'sponsor' is irrelevant. There are exact amounts required per day for each member state and the bank letter/statements must reflect this. The applicant must be named in all hotel/flight bookings. Once a track record has been established a multiple entry visa, for 12 months, will usually be issued.

22nd June is the first day you can report online. https://tm47.immigration.go.th/tm47/#/login

Nonsense. My missus has had approx 10 Schengen visas. As mentioned above get the UK visa first as that is a prerequisite for a Schengen visa if you arriving from the UK. The Schengen requirements are VERY specific, in that the applicant has to show the required bank balance (bank letter required), flight and accommodation details (in her name) plus the insurance cover of EUR 30,000 minimum (easy to do online with MSIG).. In terms of the application you cannot really have the luxury of flexibility in wanting to go somewhere when you feel like it. The dates are rigid. That does not mean you cannot change your plans later and take advantage of a multi-entry visa - but be prepared for questions if you encounter an Immigration Officer who is on the ball. As Old Git said you need to apply to the embassy/agent of the country in which you intend spending most of your time.