bluebird729 Posted October 23, 2023 Share Posted October 23, 2023 I'm a British National and have Two Questions: (1) I am currently in Mumbai India and want to get a thai tourist visa (60 days). Has anyone had experience with the Thai Consulate in Mumbai? How is it there? What is the turn-around time ? How are the queues, etc ? (2) British nationals are NOT allowed to apply for an e-visa if they are currently in India. But what is to stop me from applying? or, is it a silly idea? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maestro Posted October 23, 2023 Share Posted October 23, 2023 There is nothing to stop you from trying. The first part of the eVisa application is a verification whether you qualify for it. Answer those questions truthfully and see how far you get. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluebird729 Posted October 23, 2023 Author Share Posted October 23, 2023 4 minutes ago, Maestro said: The first part of the eVisa application is a verification whether you qualify for it. Answer those questions truthfully and see how far you get. It vets your Nationality and Location. The second I put my Location as India, I am not allowed to continue. But if I put UK as my Location, I can proceed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maestro Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 1 hour ago, bluebird729 said: It vets your Nationality and Location. The second I put my Location as India, I am not allowed to continue. But if I put UK as my Location, I can proceed. This means you're out of luck and can't get an eVisa from India and have to fly to Thailand without a visa. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelboy Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 You could do it on the Web and say your in the UK as long as as you leave a few weeks after you receive the e visa or fly to a different country for a few days. I don't have a clue if this would work but you can try ,good luck. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caldera Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 You're supposed to be present in the UK for the duration of the eVisa application process. You might be able to conceal the fact that you're not, but tread carefully. I don't recall any reports on getting a Thai visa in Mumbai. They might not even issue visas to non-residents (of India), best to try to confirm directly with them. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanadaSam Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 If you decide to apply, I would suggest you get a VPN, many are free, and show your location as UK first on your browser, then apply. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluebird729 Posted October 24, 2023 Author Share Posted October 24, 2023 Thanks for all the input. I may just come on a Visa on Arrival. is it 15 days visa on arrival at Suvarnabhumi? 30 would be perfect for my needs. I just read a few articles online saying there is a 30 day and 45 day visa exemption. is this true? I'm from the UK. Do I need to do anything to obtain either of these ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BritTim Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 Applications for Thai visas in India go through a third party (VFS). If you apply, you are very likely to get a rejection from the embassy without any reason being given. That is a common result of Thai visa applications in India. It would be best just to return with a visa exemption (unless your prior immigration history in Thailand would make a denied entry possible. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluebird729 Posted October 24, 2023 Author Share Posted October 24, 2023 44 minutes ago, BritTim said: Applications for Thai visas in India go through a third party (VFS). If you apply, you are very likely to get a rejection from the embassy without any reason being given. That is a common result of Thai visa applications in India. It would be best just to return with a visa exemption (unless your prior immigration history in Thailand would make a denied entry possible. I'm gonna do the Visa Exemption method. So much easier. I only need a month, so its fine 😉 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maestro Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 With the visa-exempt entry, you get permission to stay for 30 days. If desired, you can apply at the nearest immigration for a 30-day extension for THB 1,900 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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