Kota Baru vs. Penang

[dlfisher]

Hi,

Just curious by more experienced visa run folks which of these two consulates would be the best for a non-imm B run. Any thoughts or experiences are appreciated.

David

[fester]

Depends on. What type of supporting documents from the Thai company do you have?

[dlfisher]

Hi,

It will probably just be a letter on company letterhead stating their intention to hire me. Its a major hospital and I don't think they will let the other information go.

[fester]

A nice letter from a major Thai hopsital would do fine everywhere, Penang or Kota Baru. Try to ask them for a copy of company registration as well and attach to your application (they love paper!)

Where you go is up to your travel prefrences basically. I would fly to Penang, less hassle with taxi and border crossings. But that's just my five baht.

[dlfisher]

Thanks for your time and input. I'll basically wiegh costs and go from there.

Regards,

David

[lopburi3]

If costs are a concern take the train to Butterworth or just fly or bus to Hat Yai and take a van or share taxi from there.  Air schedule to Penang is not good for visa runs and is not a discounted run.

Would recommend Penang as it seems to be 'the' preferred consulate by Thai Immigration for people to get non-immigrant visas if not done in their home country.