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What are the requirements for obtaining a multi-entry tourist visa (METV) for Thailand from Hong Kong?

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Apr 30, 2019

6 years ago

Ben **********

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Went to Hong Kong consulate to apply for multi entry tourist visa (METV). British passport. Was told I need to have a letter from my employer detailing EXACTLY why I needed a multi-entry visa, pay 1500 HKD and then they'd make a decision on it.. First of all, if I had a job still, why would I be applying for a METV so how could I get an employer letter?! 

Secondly, they just didn't seem up for it at all so I ended up requesting a single entry. (Did the same process 3 years ago, submitted a letter from my own company in the UK and was not asked a thing) Things have certainly changed..

UPDATE Should have made this clearer: I applied for an METV here as I am a resident here as had a job. Not a permanent resident, I may add. I believe one cannot obtain a METV outside one's home country or place of residence. I was asked for an employer letter from my Hong Kong employer.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

A user described their experience applying for a multi-entry tourist visa (METV) at the Thai consulate in Hong Kong, highlighting a required letter from their employer explaining the need for the visa. They expressed frustration over having to provide documentation while being jobless, noting how the process has changed since their last application. Comments revealed concerns about residency requirements and general attitudes towards expats.

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Tod *********

You thought wrong :O Most consulates in most countries have a residency requirement where you have to legally live and/or work in the country you're applying for OR you hold a passport from that country.

Other than getting a 6 month METV from your country before you come here the closest thai consulates are in Australia. Most of them will sell the 6 month METV to people who aren't australians and who don't live in australia.

6 years ago

Michael ********

I always thought you only can apply for the METV in your home country? 🤔

6 years ago

Brian *******

Help me undrstand. Applied for an METV Tourist visa and did he mean a ltr from a company in Britain or a company in Thailand?

6 years ago

Ben **********

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Guess it's all about the Chinese now. We're simply not welcome. Such is life.

6 years ago

Jason ***********