This is NOT an official government website. We are an independent resource providing information and assistance to travelers.

Can I apply for a 6-month METV while outside my home country using the e-visa system?

METV Thai visa rules e-visa application visa application process Thailand immigration

Mar 31, 2023

2 years ago

Tai *******

ORIGINAL POSTER

Using the updated e-visa web-based set-up.  Is it possible, to apply for a 6-month METV, while not in home country?  In my case, traveling other countries and like the option to have upon entering Thailand. Then use the email confirmation to enter with METV?

217

views

likes

all likes

replies

images

users

TLDR : Answer Summary

You can apply for a 6-month Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV) through the Thai embassy in the country you are currently in, provided that the embassy allows such applications for non-residents. However, you cannot apply through your home country’s embassy unless you are physically present there, as they require a plane ticket from your home country to Thailand.

Pelle Eriksson★★★★★

Absolutely Bangkok's best service I highly...

recently on Facebook

Luca G.★★★★★

I used this agency for my DTV Visa...

recently on Google

Trusted Thai Visa Agent

OVER 100,000 EXPATS SERVED

#1 VISA AGENT IN THAILAND

Brandon ************

The rules for applying for a visa have not changed. You apply through the Thai embassy of the country you are physically in.

So if the country you are in allows e-visa applications for a METV from a non-resident, then yes you can apply.

You cannot apply through your home embassy while you are not there, as they will require you to provide a plane ticket from your home country to Thailand as part of the proof of application.

2 years ago

Tai *******

ORIGINAL POSTER

@Brandon ***********

That makes sense….. Thanks 🙏

2 years ago

Reply to

Tai *******

Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else

... members · 60% approval rate

The Thai Visa Advice And Everything Else group allows for a broad range of discussions on life in Thailand, beyond just visa inquiries.

Join the Group