Australian Embassy

[Neeranam]

I can only find the 2008 calendar and can't contact them.

Does anyone know if they are open this week?

I would like to go on Thursday 27 or Friday 28.

Can I pay for the electronic visas there?

[david96]

I can only find the 2008 calendar and can't contact them.

Does anyone know if they are open this week?

I would like to go on Thursday 27 or Friday 28.

Can I pay for the electronic visas there?

Public Holidays 2007

http://www.thailand.embassy.gov.au/bkok/Abt5.html

Embassy is open 27 and 28 Dec.

ETA info here

http://www.immi.gov.au/visitors/tourist/976/how-to-apply.htm

You can apply at an Australian visa office.

Edited December 24, 2007 by david96

[Neeranam]

Thanks David and Merry Christmas!

I can't do it online as I don't have a credit card.

[david96]

Thanks David and Merry Christmas!

I can't do it online as I don't have a credit card.

You can apply at any Australian visa office overseas.

In Thailand this would be VFS. might pay to call them to find out. The fee is AUD20.

[Neeranam]

At the website I can't see the criteria needed for a visitors visa. The link doesn't work.

Does anyone have a link as to what she needs?

[david96]

At the website I can't see the criteria needed for a visitors visa. The link doesn't work.

Does anyone have a link as to what she needs?

Extract from the DIAC website. Link worked ok for me ok about 5 mins ago.

How to apply for an ETA (Visitor)

You are advised to apply for your ETA at least two (2) weeks before your proposed date of travel.

You can apply for an ETA (Visitor) either:

online

See: www.eta.immi.gov.au

through a travel agent, airline or specialist service provider arranging an ETA on your behalf

applying at an Australian visa office outside Australia.

[gburns57au]

At the website I can't see the criteria needed for a visitors visa. The link doesn't work.

Does anyone have a link as to what she needs?

For your wife ??

Isnt she a Thai citizen and travelling on a Thai passport ??

[Neeranam]

At the website I can't see the criteria needed for a visitors visa. The link doesn't work.

Does anyone have a link as to what she needs?

For your wife ??

Isnt she a Thai citizen and travelling on a Thai passport ??

Yes she is.

The Oz Embassy's link doesn't work.

[david96]

At the website I can't see the criteria needed for a visitors visa. The link doesn't work.

Does anyone have a link as to what she needs?

For your wife ??

Isnt she a Thai citizen and travelling on a Thai passport ??

Yes she is.

The Oz Embassy's link doesn't work.

If your wife is a Thai citizen with a Thai passport she will not be eligible for an ETA, she will have to apply on a form 48R THA for a tourist visa 675, and meet the criteria.

Problem with the link may be the ISP you are using, access is OK in Australia.

[gburns57au]

Here is the information from the website for you.

APPLYING FOR A VISITOR VISA TO AUSTRALIA

Who should apply for a visitor visa?

People intending to visit Australia for tourism or other recreational activities, including holidaying, sightseeing, social or recreational reasons, to visit relatives or friends, or other short term, non-work purposes. The visitor visa provides for a period of stay up to 12 months.

Where can I lodge my application?

• In person at:

Australian Visa Application Centre

Floor 34, Thai CC Tower

889 South Sathhorn Road

Bangkok (next to Surasak BTS Station)

Further information on the Australian Visa Application Centre is available at www.vfs-au.net

• By mail or courier:

Visa and Immigration Office

Australian Embassy Bangkok

37 South Sathorn Road

Bangkok 10120

You should include a cashiers cheque or bank draft made payable to “The Australian Embassy, Bangkok” in Thai Baht. Personal cheques are not acceptable.

• At the Australian Embassy by appointment only:

Please telephone 02 344 6400 between 2.30pm and 4.30pm, Monday to Friday

You will be advised if an interview is required to assist in finalising your application.

Important things to remember when making an application

Applicants are required to disclose information about all previous visa applications. The provision of false or misleading information in an application could lead to the application being refused.

It is also important that you lodge a complete application. A complete application is one that provides all information necessary for a decision to be made. You should support your application with as much information as possible at the time of lodgement as a decision may be made solely on the information that you have provided with your application.

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Information Sheet 5 – Visitor Visa

What do I need to provide?

You may be asked to provide further documents or information relating to your particular circumstances after your application has been lodged. The list of supporting documentation below is not exhaustive. You may also include additional documents if they are relevant to your application. You should provide original documents and a set of clear copies. All originals will be returned to you after the copies have been certified. You should also provide an English translation of any document in another language.

A complete application would include:

• Form 48R for a Tourist visa – completed in English and signed by the applicant

• A non-refundable Visa Application Charge (VAC) payable either by Cashier’s Cheque (if purchased in Bangkok or Nonthaburi, Samutprakarn provinces) or ‘Bank Draft’ (only if purchased in Thailand) payable to ‘Australian Embassy Bangkok’ in Thai Baht Please refer to www.immi.gov.au/allforms/990i/visa-charges.htm for current charges.

• A passport that is valid for the total period of your stay in Australia, or for a minimum of 6 months

• One passport photo of each applicant

• Thai National Identification card

• Evidence of family, employment and other ties to your country of usual residence

• If visiting or travelling with a relative - evidence of your relationship with the person you are visiting, for example, marriage certificate(s), birth certificate(s), house registration certificate, statement detailing the relationship, or a combination of these documents.

• Where someone is supporting your application you should provide evidence of your relationship, for example, evidence of contact / relationship with the person supporting the application, for example, letters with original envelopes, emails, telephone bills, photographs and money transfers.

• Evidence that you have adequate personal funds, or access to adequate funds to support yourself (and any family members travelling with you) during the period of intended stay, for example, a current bankbook or bank statement with at least 6 months history of transactions. Cash or credit cards are not sufficient evidence of funds. If you are providing a bankbook, you are required to provide the original bankbook which will be returned to you with your passport.

• If you are employed you should present evidence of current employment in the form of an original letter from your employer outlining your present position, length of service, salary and period of approved leave. If you are self-employed, you need to provide evidence of business ownership such as business registration or shareholder's certificate.

• Students should present evidence of enrolment in a school or educational institution.

Applicants under 18 years of age

• An original statement from an Amphur office (Thai Government District Office) giving permission from the non-travelling parent/s or legal guardian/s for the child to travel to Australia;

OR

• Form 1229 signed by the non-travelling parent/s or legal guardian/s and witnessed at the Australian Visa Application Centre or by appointment at the Australian Embassy in Bangkok. This consent should confirm the permission of the non-travelling parent(s) or guardian for the child to travel to Australia and the period of time the child is permitted to stay in Australia. Consent Forms are available from the Australian Visa Application Centre.

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Information Sheet 5 – Visitor Visa

Do I need to have a health examination?

All applicants are required to meet health requirements. Generally, applicants for a visitor visa are not required to undertake a medical examination. A medical examination may be requested if you:

• are likely to enter a hospital or health care area, including nursing homes, for any purpose

• likely to be enrolled in or engaged in an Australian preschool-aged child care centre, including preschools and crèches, as wither and employee or trainee

• will enter a classroom environment for than 4 weeks

• are over the age of 70

• present any indications you may not meet the health requirement

If this is the case you will be advised by staff at the Visa and Immigration Office, Australian Embassy Bangkok of the type of medical examination required and you will be provided with the necessary forms (26 and/or 160). Medical examinations must be undertaken by a doctor from a list of approved doctors provided by the Visa and Immigration Office, Australian Embassy Bangkok. A list of these doctors is on the Australian Embassy website www.austembassy.or.th. Medical forms and a list of approved doctors can also be obtained from the Australian Visa Application Centre.

How long will I need to wait for the visa?

You can expect a decision on your application within 3-5 days from the day you lodge your application. The processing time may take longer if the application was incomplete at the time of application or if there are other issues with your application such as character issues relating to previous immigration history or criminal convictions, child custody issues, or if further medical checks are required. If your application is likely to take longer than 5 days, you will be fully informed of the reason for any delays.

Can I ask another person to deal with the Embassy?

Australian privacy laws prevent this office from responding to enquiries from people not authorised by the applicant. This includes the person providing support to the application. If you want to authorise another person to be able to discuss your application with this office, or for them to receive correspondence about the application, you should indicate this on the application form, a written statement or by using a form 956.

If you wish to discuss any matter face to face with an officer of the Visa and Immigration Office you need to telephone and make an appointment. Appointments can be made by telephone 02 344 6400 between 2.30pm and 4.30pm, Monday to Friday.

[Neeranam]

Thanks a lot Graham!

[gburns57au]

Thanks a lot Graham!

No Probs mate.....hope it helps you achieve what you want.....keep us informed as to how it goes for you

[Neeranam]

We went down today and it's a nice friendly place. My elder daughter did draw a heart and give it to a male member of staff so they were maybe extra nice. She also did one for the lady in the Bangkok Bank and made her day and I didn't have to pay the 200 baht fee for the 6 months statement! I'll have to try it with the traffic police

I didn't get ETAs for myself and daughters as it was nearly 3000 baht each!!! Online they are about 600 baht each. Ridiculous having to fork out an extra 7,000 baht because I don't have a credit card - I've a good mind to make a complaint

[Neeranam]

The embassy called us today and my wife was told that they needed one daughter's birth certificate, and extra bank statements from.

I spoke to a lady and she said that they couldn't proceed with my wife's until I had got my ETA visa, which i got today.

Does anyone know if the 3 monhs it's valid for is from today or from when I arrive in OZ?

[CbrLad]

The embassy called us today and my wife was told that they needed one daughter's birth certificate, and extra bank statements from.

I spoke to a lady and she said that they couldn't proceed with my wife's until I had got my ETA visa, which i got today.

Does anyone know if the 3 monhs it's valid for is from today or from when I arrive in OZ?

ETA's are normally valid for 12 months, however you are only permited to stay in Australia for max of 3 months.

The clock on the 12 month validity starts when issued, so in theory you could enter Australia as late as 3/1/2009 and stay until 2/4/2009.

[Neeranam]

She got it yesterday - here we go! G'day mates. Cant wait to play in the poker tournament at the Crown casino!

[gburns57au]

Well done mate.....enjoy...