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What are the requirements for applying for a METV if I am not currently employed?

METV Visa Application Proof of Funds

Nov 1, 2019

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Hello, I would appreciate some advice regarding applying for an METV for January.

As I understand it I would need to produce a letter from my employer for this visa? This is a problem for me as I

will be living off savings while I take a sabbatical thus will be not employed, I've had one SETV in the past and loved Thailand so much that I want to spend possibly 9 months to a year there. Will proof of funds be enough? I suppose the purpose of this letter is to prove that I won't be working out there?

Thanks in advance

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The user is seeking advice on applying for a Multi-Entry Tourist Visa (METV) since they will not be employed but living off savings during their sabbatical in Thailand. They inquire about the necessity of a letter from their employer to prove they won’t be working in Thailand and whether proof of funds would suffice instead.

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Jules ********

I’ve had two back to back METV’s from Hull. You can email all your documents and they will check them within 24hrs and email to say come and get your visa. I think as long as your letter says that you still have a job when you return it will be fine. We didn’t bother with London as the online application is a nightmare. Hull METV is issued immediately. Easy, stress free.

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And you provided them with a letter from your employer?

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Jeremy ********

FYI..the visa goes live the day it’s put in your passport so get it as close to your departure date as possible

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Thanks Jeremy I will consider that. Any idea roughly on the turnaround on METV applications? or does it vary?

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Stewart ***************

When I did mine a few years ago in Hull they didn't even look at the letter

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James ********

Where will you be making application?

What is your nationality?

Are you now in Thailand?

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James ********

Use the London online E-visa application system. Read more about others making application using the new London online posted in this forum.

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I'm in the UK so I will probably be making the application in London

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