accord25 Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 I'm in the U.S. now for 2 weeks visiting friends and family also needing to get a new visa. I used a visa company I've used in the past. I submitted to them all the information to get a METV. I did rush service, even had them call me to verify everything. Got my passport back today and checked. To my surprise there is a non immigrant b visa, M status in it. I'm guessing they gave me a 1yr multi entry non b visa at the embassy instead of the METV. Could this be correct? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post thaitero Posted August 31, 2017 Popular Post Share Posted August 31, 2017 This is mistake you should just enjoy and not talk about anywhere. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossy Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 Check the validity of the visa, but I'm with thaitero, keep schtum and enjoy it (but I didn't say that). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phuket Man Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 Just use it. Unlimited entries of up to 90 days for a year. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeab1980 Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 (edited) So there are visa companies out there in America that can get you a visa without you being there? Edited August 31, 2017 by jeab1980 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubonjoe Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 10 minutes ago, jeab1980 said: So there are visa companies out there in America that can get you a visa without you being there? Not sure what you mean by being there. Read the OP. He is in the US. Visas can be applied for by mail or through an agent. There is no requirement to be present when doing the application. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post steve187 Posted September 1, 2017 Popular Post Share Posted September 1, 2017 the op should buy some lottery tickets. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post stevenl Posted September 1, 2017 Popular Post Share Posted September 1, 2017 1 minute ago, steve187 said: the op should buy some lottery tickets. What is the visa number? 1 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeab1980 Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 52 minutes ago, jeab1980 said: So there are visa companies out there in America that can get you a visa without you being there? My bad confused it with other things sorry op Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mstevens Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 You've been issued the holy grail of visas, luck you! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
accord25 Posted September 1, 2017 Author Share Posted September 1, 2017 Thank you. I thought thats what it was. Mum's the word. And yes i used an agent here in the state's. Ive used them many times. They usually go to the Thai embassy in LA, but this time i had to everything to NYC. And yes here in the states mo need to go. Agent takes care of everything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phuketrichard Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 what did pay? validity dates 1 year??wow u get15 months almost!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackThompson Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 2 hours ago, mstevens said: You've been issued the holy grail of visas, luck you! On his 2nd or greater re-entry to Thailand, he may be asked to show his work-permit at some crossings - so best to keep an eye on what entry-points won't create problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayBird Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 Did you accidentally leave a few hundred dollar bills tucked into the passport? Feign ignorance when asked and assume the Embassy knows better than you and gave you the right visa. Worst case scenario is they eventually deny it and you enter for 30days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackThompson Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 (edited) 6 minutes ago, JayBird said: Feign ignorance when asked and assume the Embassy knows better than you and gave you the right visa. Worst case scenario is they eventually deny it and you enter for 30days He should have no problems entering and getting 90-days on the first entry - provided he doesn't tell them that the visa was issued in-error. It is the subsequent entries where the "where is your work permit" question might come up (I recall some using Ranong for entry, reporting this awhile back). Edited September 1, 2017 by JackThompson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Mattd Posted September 1, 2017 Popular Post Share Posted September 1, 2017 1 hour ago, JackThompson said: On his 2nd or greater re-entry to Thailand, he may be asked to show his work-permit at some crossings I do not see this as an issue really, a non-b can be issued for other business purposes than solely work, in all the years I've been working here, no immigration at an entry point have ever asked to see the work permit. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candoman89 Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 18 years here on Non-Imm B and have NEVER been asked for my work permit. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lkv Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 17 minutes ago, candoman89 said: 18 years here on Non-Imm B and have NEVER been asked for my work permit. Multiple Entry non B's or extensions of stay with reentry permit? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YetAnother Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 6 hours ago, ubonjoe said: Not sure what you mean by being there. Read the OP. He is in the US. Visas can be applied for by mail or through an agent. There is no requirement to be present when doing the application. Agreed I got mine in the US and specifically Chicago official Thai Embassy all by mail Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThaiWai Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 7 hours ago, Phuket Man said: Just use it. Unlimited entries of up to 90 days for a year. 15 months of stay actually. OP don't forget to pay your Thai social security and claim your income or file your income waiver in the US (presuming you are a USC). Anyone could ask for proof of that in the future. Or just break the law and then when you get caught without a work permit on one of the 4-5 entries you will have to make just point the finger at the agent in the US. I'm sure the I/O will say Mai Bpen Rai and let you walk on through. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubonjoe Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 2 hours ago, YetAnother said: Agreed I got mine in the US and specifically Chicago official Thai Embassy all by mail The embassy is in Washington DC. Chicago is a official Thai consulate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubonjoe Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 Some inflammatory posts and a reply to one has been removed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PoorSucker Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 5 hours ago, JackThompson said: On his 2nd or greater re-entry to Thailand, he may be asked to show his work-permit at some crossings - so best to keep an eye on what entry-points won't create problems. There is no requirement to have a work permit with non-B. They are also issued for business trips. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VocalNeal Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 I always keep my work permit in my office drawer...Officer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
accord25 Posted September 1, 2017 Author Share Posted September 1, 2017 Thank you for all the help. I'm keeping my mouth shut and enjoy the 15 months that i can get and figure it out after that if i dont have a job. Sure i will by then Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericthai Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 11 hours ago, Mattd said: I do not see this as an issue really, a non-b can be issued for other business purposes than solely work, in all the years I've been working here, no immigration at an entry point have ever asked to see the work permit. I agree, If ever asked "my work permit stays at the office where I work." 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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