DrJack54 Posted November 24, 2024 Posted November 24, 2024 Also discussed in the article. Laotian Times: https://laotiantimes.com/2024/11/21/non-thai-nationals-in-laos-to-apply-for-e-visa-only-starting-from-january-2025/
Maestro Posted November 24, 2024 Posted November 24, 2024 I believe the part about payment of the visa fee in cash is an error. The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place. — George Bernard Shaw
scottiejohn Posted November 24, 2024 Posted November 24, 2024 Does that mean that the new online system is faster or slower than the current walk in system?
Upnotover Posted November 24, 2024 Posted November 24, 2024 4 minutes ago, scottiejohn said: Does that mean that the new online system is faster or slower than the current walk in system? As stated in the letter it's slower. But in practice it will probably be very similar to what it is now, based on the reports from other countries, and from my own personal experiences.
Caldera Posted November 24, 2024 Posted November 24, 2024 10 minutes ago, scottiejohn said: Does that mean that the new online system is faster or slower than the current walk in system? If it materializes as per the announcement, it will be a lot slower. Walk-in currently means a 2-night wait until you can pick up the visa. Let's see what it will actually be like once rolled out. 1 1
Caldera Posted November 24, 2024 Posted November 24, 2024 13 minutes ago, Maestro said: I believe the part about payment of the visa fee in cash is an error. Hopefully you are right! That would be an insane hassle for Lao people from far-away provinces: Come to Vientiane to pay, hang around for up to 15 days until the eVisa is granted (or go back home to wait), then travel to Thailand.
Moonlover Posted November 24, 2024 Posted November 24, 2024 26 minutes ago, Caldera said: Hopefully you are right! That would be an insane hassle for Lao people from far-away provinces: Come to Vientiane to pay, hang around for up to 15 days until the eVisa is granted (or go back home to wait), then travel to Thailand. People from Lao do not need a visa to enter Thailand for stays of less than 60 days. 1
DrJack54 Posted November 24, 2024 Posted November 24, 2024 28 minutes ago, Maestro said: I believe the part about payment of the visa fee in cash is an error. 100% would be removed even if not an error. Two reasons is one: Ridiculous requirement. And secondly it's not how payments for eVisa in other countries are made. 1
Caldera Posted November 24, 2024 Posted November 24, 2024 1 hour ago, Moonlover said: People from Lao do not need a visa to enter Thailand for stays of less than 60 days. I know that; I'd guess most Lao people who apply for a Thai visa don't apply for a tourist visa.
Maestro Posted November 24, 2024 Posted November 24, 2024 The Thai consulate in Savannakhet has an analogous announcement on its website. https://assets.aseannow.com/forum/uploads/monthly_2024_11/Screenshot_20241124_150707_Chrome.jpg.0fc142a5f26103868c009820f66cb0bb.jpg The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place. — George Bernard Shaw
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