Long waiting times at the Royal Embassy in Vientianne / Laos have been known for years due to the increased influx of visa applicants. Now the application processing has been changed a little bit. If a tourist visa, transit visa or non-immigrant visa is required, a booking in advance is needed. The previous so-called walk-in applications are no longer possible for these types of visas.
Due to high demand the booking of the queue number should be made very early in advance.
Exceptions are not possible. There is no point hoping to travel to Vientiane to get entrance into the Embassy without prior reservation. At the entrance gate, it is precisely checked and admitted (with reservation) or rejected (without reservation).
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| A few months ago, the sidewalk was overcrowded and you moved in front of the Royal Thai Embassy portal to get a place in the front row. Thanks to the new regulation, the crowd has reduced ... |
Here are the new regulations of the Royal Embassy Vientiane in Laos:
(IMPORTANT NOTE: Status is May 2019. Changes are possible at any time. This site does not guarantee the accuracy or timeliness of the data!)
HOW TO BOOK AN APPOINTMENT
The Visa Application Appointment System
1. Why does the Embassy need the Visa Application Appointment System?
- The number of visa applicants at the Royal Thai Embassy, Vientiane has increased significantly in the past years.
- Due to a limited number of officers, the Embassy needs to implement the Visa Application Appointment System in order to maintain service quality with an aim to reduce waiting time of applicants while increasing
2. When can I access the System Visa Appointment?
- The System will be activated online from 30 January 2019 onwards.
- You can schedule an appointment via www.thaivisavientiane.com
3. Will the Embassy still accept walk-in applications?
- From 1 February 2019 onwards, applications for certain types of visas will require appointments via the online System prior to the submission of the applications together with all necessary documents at the Consular Section while walk-in applications for other types of visas will still be accepted.
4. Which are the types of visas that require online appointments?
- There are three types of visas that require online appointments: Tourist, Transit, and Non-Immigrant
- Walk-in applications for the following types of visas will still be accepted: Diplomatic (D), Official (F), Courtesy, and Labor (L-A)
5. On which platform is the Visa Application Appointment System available?
- The System is a web-based application which can be accessed by a computer or a smartphone that has an internet connection.
6. How long in advance can I schedule a visa appointment?
- You can schedule an appointment up to one month in advance.
7. What is the appointment cancellation policy?
- You can cancel your appointment no less than 24 hours prior to the existing
- The System will not allow cancellation to be made less than 24 hours prior to the existing appointment. No-show will prevent you from scheduling another appointment for one month.
8. What are the hours for scheduling appointments?
- The system is available online for scheduling appointments 24 hours a day.
- However, you cannot schedule a same-day appointment; the system will have a cut-off time for a same-day appointment at 12 a.m.
9. Can other persons schedule an appointment for me?
- Each applicant must create a personal account with personal information before scheduling an appointment. The Embassy therefore suggests that you should schedule an appointment by yourself.
10. Which personal information do I need to fill in online to create my personal account and schedule an appointment?
You will need to provide the following personal information:
a) Name
b) Date of birth
c) Information on your passport page
d) Your preferred date and time of appointment
11. Do I need to upload documents online?
- No, the online Appointment System is for queuing purpose only.
- You do not have to upload any documents online.
On the Appointment Date
12. When should I come to the Consular Section on my appointment date?
- You should come to the Consular Section 30 minutes prior to your appointment time so that you can prepare the application and necessary supporting documents.
13. What do I need to show as a proof of appointment?
There are two options for appointment verification
- You can print out the appointment confirmation and show it at the Consular Section for verification.
- You can take a screenshot of the appointment confirmation on your smartphone and show it at the Consular Section for verification.
14. Do I still need to fill out the visa application form?
- Yes, you still have to fill out the visa application form by yourself. It is advisable to fill out the form prior to your appointment to reduce the application submission time.
15. Where can I get the visa application forms?
- The application forms are available at the Consular Section free of charge. You can also download them from www.thaivisavientiane.com
16. Does the Embassy have an Express Visa Service?
- No, the Embassy does not offer an Express Visa Service.
- Please note that visa consideration is made by the Consular Officers only. **
- The Embassy has no affiliation with any persons outside the Embassy nor with any tour agents you hire for transportation and accommodation services.
17. How long is the visa processing time?
- The visa processing time for the Royal Thai Embassy, Vientiane, is two working/business days.
- You can collect your visa on the next day (approved or not approved) after submitting the visa application.
18. When do I pay the visa fee and what form of payment does the Embassy accept?
- You are to pay the visa fee when you collect your visa.
- The visa fee must be paid in cash (Thai baht) only.
19. What is the business hours for visa application?
- Business hours: Monday - Friday, closed on Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays.
- The gate will be open at 9.00 a.m.; only visa applicants can enter the Consular Section.
- Submission of applications: 9.00 a.m. - 12.00 a.m.
- Payment and collection: 13.30 p.m. - 16.00 p.m.
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