Does anyone have any recommendations for Agencies that assist Thais with Visa application for the US ?
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Does anyone have any recommendations for Agencies that assist Thais with Visa application for the US ?
TSL & Assocites is excellent and is owned by Thai-Americans so they are obviously very adapt at dealing with American visa stuff
Sorry I can't suggest anyone but do know the local visa agencies here typically avoid American clients seeking visas for their partners because quite simply, its too hard. Amazing when you consider what's happening at their Southern border, but I digress. I can recall a law firm in Bangkok offering the service some time ago, maybe Google can help.
I’ll ask whatshername.
She’s in her 9th year of her 2nd 10 year US Visa. She has guided many of her friends in the past. Everyone she has helped in the past has obtained a US Visa (and some even a 10 year visa),......
BUT she wouldn’t consider helping anyone unless they OWN PROPERTY, HAS LONG-TERM EMPLOYMENT and has family.
The US embassy wants to make sure the applicant has a reason to come back to Thailand.
I have personally got a US visa for a Thai. They had all those requirements, as well as a documented history of travel (and return), and a letter from her employer giving salary and leave dates, proof of insurance and a clear plan of what was to be done while there. Visa issued with no problems.Quote:
Originally Posted by S Landreth
She told me she’s not in front of her computer and will not be for maybe a couple of days. I’ll wait till she has verified their history.Quote:
Originally Posted by S Landreth
She did give me a couple names, but I want her to check on them before I post the agency.
Part of the ongoing notes between us........
That is a Big plus.Quote:
Originally Posted by nidhogg
Yep. My wife has helped a few friends as well. But all of what is noted above plus more has to be currently in play or quite honestly to the OP, it's a waste of time, money as the application fees are not refundable and once you try and are rejected it becomes under even more scrutiny if they reapply. Its almost a one shot or move on type program unless an honest over sight and something forgotten. I did the entire process with my now wife and would never probably attempt again. The applicant is literally grilled in an interrogation versus applyingQuote:
Originally Posted by S Landreth
I will pass on the comments - I just said I would ask some knowledegable expats if they had some insight and recommendations - thanks for the comments
biggish delays at the moment too
a colleague of mine couldn't get his in time for a business trip recently
My 2 cents:
I have applied for one and was granted a 10-year visa. Prior to the visa interview, I asked Davis Knowlton for some tips. He said that with my background, I'd surely pass. I was fairly sure that I would pass scrutiny, but I still had doubts.
My background prior to the US visa application: I had long-term employment and good travel history (including a previous Schengen/ EU visa). During the interview, I brought with me my COE, company ID, approved dates of leave, bank certificate, etc.
The consul grilled me re: my work, purpose of travel, etc. Sometimes he would repeat the questions (I've heard that it's to determine consistency). At the end of the interview, he said that my visa was approved and my passport will be mailed to me. When I received my passport, it was with a 10-year visa. (yay!)
I've helped other colleagues/ friends to prepare for their visa interviews. Most of them were approved & got 10-year visas (they had prior travels).
Only one got denied - he was in his late 20s - owned a car, had a good job. His mom was living in the US (and was already a US citizen). He had prior travels. His reason for denial was that the consul thought that he might overstay in the US/ not return to PH.
Sometimes it's the luck of the draw...
I've also heard that prior to the interview, they've already did a background check and have determined whether you'll pass or fail; that the interview is just a formality.
Btw, my application was DIY. The guy beside me did his via agency. We were both approved for the visa.
She found one she would recommend.Quote:
Originally Posted by S Landreth
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The difficulty facing a third/emerging world country national hoping to visit the US rather than, say, an EU/ UK/ Antipodean destination is the manner in which they operate their visa regime.
The US take the view that all visit visa applicants are intent upon settlement in the US and fall to be refused until they can demonstrate otherwise.
Other countries assume a level playing field and on gathering all the necessary information will base a decision on the balance of the evidence - in weighing it up the applicant will tip the scales, either in favour, or not.
With Uncle Sam, you start as a loser and have to climb the hill to satisfy the visa officer you will return to whence you came. Most get knocked back with a basic refusal notice stating “ not enough ties “.
Most western regimes do not interview, but assess credibility on papers, and usually the status of the sponsor will determine any outcome.
The US presumably are still determining credibility through interview and testing the veracity of documentary claims by cross- examination etc.
Essentially, if the applicant has an established life of significant substance and would not in any reasonable circumstances forsake such a proven lifestyle with commitments and benefits ensuring a departure from the US at the conclusion of any stay, then they should get a visa. The process is so rigorous that unlike all other regimes a successful application obtains a visa valid for ten years, a term unheard of in the UK or EU for most applicants - the UK will issue a ten year clearance but it is expensive and in reality meant for the moneyed.
Frankly, unless the applicant is of some substance I wouldn’t waste my money on an agent.
a sad day, we're losing katieQuote:
Originally Posted by katie23
^Lol. I'm still here. Am not going to live in the US. Just went there for a conference and some sightseeing afterwards. I stayed in various friends' houses and experienced American suburbia - the houses, the lawns - they looked the same, just like on TV or in the movies. As American as apple pie. :)
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Re: US visas, accdg to Davis they give 10-year visas to people if they have good profiles as a traveller.
I've a friend who applied for a US visa (to attend a conference). She had no prior travel (but had a good profile) so she was given a single entry visa. She went there, did the conference + sightseeing, returned to home country. The next time she applied again for a US visa, she was given the 10-year multiple entry.
I want to go to the states Xmas via lao,to see the family .me and the kids have aussie passports the wife a lao passport but permanent residency. This could be problematic. I better start looking into it soon. I've had a US visa before
^Australian passport holders don't need a visa to go to America for up to 90 days mate.
She's still on a Lao passport though..Quote:
Originally Posted by Headworx
I wonder if that will.complicate shit. I'm definitely up for a trip to the USA loved it the last time some 25 years ago