was wondering if anyone has ever experienced the denial of visa and withholding and non refund of visa fee. It states on the form tthat they dont have to refund the fee. that would REALLY suck for the $175 one year visa.

That's governments. Pay your money and take your chance. Make sure you get your shyt together before applying .

Can we details about exactly what took place. where, how, what you were trying for, what docs you had etc

judging by the $175 fee, the denial must have been from the US embassy Thailand. I heard its very common in terms of the

rejection rate.

I think that's why it's called a 'visa application fee'.

Your paying for the application process whether you succeed or not.

This section is about Thai visas so the fee is likely a multi entry non immigrant visa from a Thai Consulate in the US.

judging by the $175 fee, the denial must have been from the US embassy Thailand. I heard its very common in terms of the

rejection rate.

How else you think they pay for the deficit

judging by the $175 fee, the denial must have been from the US embassy Thailand. I heard its very common in terms of the

rejection rate.

How else you think they pay for the deficit

i haven't experienced this . I was just wondering if it was commonplace or if anyone had an experience as such. Just considering options. Going to study in thailand then teach - trying to decide on the best visa to get. yes, thai consulate in US (LA), usually pretty generous actually. have acceptance letter from school but course is for 1+ month.

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I think that's why it's called a 'visa application fee'.

Your paying for the application process whether you succeed or not.

Exactly, and as far as I am aware it is common practice for most, if not all, governments.