Why apply for the DTV at Vientiane, Laos?

Detailed Answer

The Royal Thai Embassy in Vientiane, Laos is the preferred DTV (Destination Thailand Visa) consulate for applicants in Bangkok and across Asia. Reasons: (1) shortest distance from Bangkok — 1-hour flight or overnight train via Nong Khai; (2) processing 3–7 business days vs 2–4 weeks at distant consulates; (3) applicants often choose it for proximity, but approval rates are not published and each case is decided by the embassy; (4) accepts most nationalities without visa to enter Laos. Return timing depends on the embassy's processing and cannot be guaranteed. Our service charge is given as a written quote after document review; timing depends on agency queues.