reddy123

Also I've just checked the tracking on my application and passport.

I sent it by special delivery on the 3rd Dec, and it only arrived TODAY (8th Dec). I'm guessing this is because the embassy was apparently closed for a few days for a deep clean.

I'm guessing there is now very little chance of my application being processed in time for my flight on the 24th Dec...

On the e-visa application site, it says "Visa applicants are suggested to submit application at least 15 working days prior to the intended travelling date to Thailand" 

I followed this advice and sent off the online part of the application for the tourist visa on 2nd Dec (and sent my passport on the 3rd) and I have a flight booked to Thailand for 24th Dec. 

However, even though I applied 15 working days before my flight, I don't believe this is enough, since the visa alone can take up to 15 days and only *then* can I apply for the COE, which can take 3 days.

If the overall process takes 18 working days, that means I probably won't get the COE until 31st Dec, which is after the date of the flight I booked.

It seems to me you should allow apply for the visa at least 18 working days before your flight.

So the advice on the e-visa site which says 15 days is very bad advice.

I'm hoping I'm wrong and someone can correct me, otherwise it seems I will need to rearrange my flight and my ASQ?

Hi,

I've just completed all the sections of the online application for the tourist visa and uploaded all the required documents. I thought the application was complete, but then I saw there is a Submit button and when you click it gives you the option to submit by post or in person.

So it seems we have to submit the application by post as well as online? I was just a bit confused as I thought it was all online, so I wasn't sure if the postal thing was just an additional option for people who don't want to do it online?