Don’t forget you can also pay the fee online for the US passport. You must send them the receipt that is provided from the government website. You still need a bank draft for the return.
What happens if you put a 100 baht bank note with your application? Will the Embassy call you or just process your application and send you a new passport?
Hi. I live in Turkey, and I need to ask you something. My question is that I just paid 130 for passport processing using my debit card, but where do I pay them for the return envelope? Or does 130 cover the return envelope? If I do have to pay, what kind of check does it have to be and can I just bring it to my embassy appointment? Please explain what is bank draft. Anything helps. Thanks
@@williamhartz8707 wouldn’t it just be easier to hand someone at the embassy cash? 😂 instead of running around town wasting my time to get cheques and then going to the post. I don’t understand how this could possibly save me time, I think the US Embassy is gaslighting me.
I see this video was made a year ago. Was the online payment an option then as it is now? I ask because you paid $130 via bank draft. The checklist you include in your video is slightly different now. It says that you must pay online then send proof of payment. This seems straightforward except, the site states that you must not reside outside of Thailand to use this method. While I am living in Thailand and do not have a home elsewhere, I am on a tourist visa. So not sure if that bars me from using the online payment portal. Also, I am having the passport sent to my gym. The second page of the form asks for an address if the mailing address differs from where you live. But the fields provided only allow for a U.S. address. Not sure what to put.
Hi, you can absolutely do this even on a tourist visa. We almost did it for our kids last month except they told us it would take 45 days! Sorry, I am not sure about your address issue and don't want to give you any bad advice. Please do let us know how it goes so we can continue to help others out. Good luck!
Do you need to submit 1 or 2 photos with your application? The checklist says 2 photos instructions says 1 photo. Do i staple the photo onto the application or does the embassy do it? Does it matter?
Any suggestions on the payment update? Live in Pattaya, we cannot find any bank that sell the bank draft in USD. Do we buy in Thai baht, at real time exchange at the bank? We miss understand something?? Thanks so much🙏
Hi, if you are applying by mail then you can just get a bank draft and from say Kasikorn bank. It will be in Thai Baht, no need to pay in USD. Just make sure you check the US Embassy website before you do this as the exchange rate does change. When you go into Kasikorn in Pattaya please bring your passport. Does this help?
Hello. I paid $130 for the process and it is regular shipping. Should I pay additional fee for the return envelope? What is a bank draft? Should I take that to my embassy during my appointment or what? Is there another method of paying the return? Please help me as I'm doing this for the first time. Thanks
Hi, if you are going directly to the Embassy then you might be able to pay in Baht or USD at the embassy. You do need to pay for everything upfront. I suggest emailing them ahead of time with your questions. They do respond though it may take a few days.
Hello, Thank you so much for this video. I don't have a limited validity or incorrect information. Can I still apply this way? Thanks again. Also, the passport checklist link doesn't seem to work. Thanks again!
Can I save the form as a pdf after filling it online because I don't have a printer at home and I wanna print it at a xerox? do I sign the ONLINE form and date it after printing it with black ink pen?
Hello, sir! I've a question so I mailed all the documents to the embassy like 5 days ago and on the mail tracking number it shows me that it's been delivered, but I didn't receive any email from the embassy to tell me that they received it, is this ok? How do I know if they received it? Thanks in advance!@@KenshoQuest
@@anna26970 HI, you're just going to have to trust the system. You can try emailing them. They do respond but take their time. I recommend waiting a few more days and hopefully you hear something from them soon. Then if not, perhaps contact them.
Thank you for the great video I am ready to renew my US passport in Thailand soon Just wanted to who should I make the draft for $130.00 American embassy Bang Kok or US State department, thanks
What do you do without a passport while your old one is in transit? I thought foreigners had to have it with them at all times. Or if you have to get money exchanged, traffic stop by police, etc?
Hi, yes, it is a little strange but you will have to mail it and hope you won't need it during that time. I recommend making multiple copies of your passport so you can present that if necessary.
What tracking code do you get from the US Embassy when they say they mailed back to you the new passport and the old passport? They say they send it back via registered mail. Already 10 days since they said they mailed it. Is it the application locator number when you log into the online application status? How were you able to track the US Embassy mailing of your new passport?
HI, How did you mail? It depends on how you set your return envelope. If you used Thai post registered mail or DHL, you should have a tracking number for that. I used Thai post and entered my tracking number for the return envelope once I received the email from the US Embassy. But in your case it might be lost. Have you checked your post office or juristic office if you have one? Sorry to hear about your troubles. I hope you get it sorted.
@@KenshoQuest i did not know that they send you an email that indicates that the US Embassy will send you the new and old passport in the next couple of days. They provide you with a tracking number. I just checked the application status link which said "The US Department of State has mailed your passport book." I didn't get the email yet from the embassy. My friend just did and he renewed his passport five days before me. PS: your video was excellent and thank you very much for doing it.
Hi, I don't think it is possible since you require an address and they will want an address in Thailand. However, if it is an option for you, you can visit Thailand for a while and renew while you are there...
Great video ! I will be going to Pattaya for 90 days ..I will need a renewal soon.. can you lease recommend a agency that can do it for me .. i need it done correctly .. I’m to far gone and “ lost in the 50’s “ . Mahalo
Aloha and Mahalo! Since this is something that should be done by an agency that focuses on US passports we do not have a good suggestion for you. But we think you can do it ;) We will let you know if we come across one that we can recommend
I received a letter from the embassy asking the Thai immigration to accept my visa. They complied without an issue. I do believe having both your old as well as your new will make it easier
@@KenshoQuest thank you for your reply. Your videos are great! … But what I guess what I meant is, you implied that you had to pay for a “visa transfer” to the new passport. But if I don’t do this, will I be rejected from leaving or entering the country (or any other countries for that matter.. I have several valid visas for other countries as well. Would I need to just show the old passport with those valid visas inside, or do I officially have to have the visas “transferred” to the new passport?)…thanks for your time - awesome channel!
@C S, thank you for the kinds words :) Great question, and sorry I misunderstood. I do believe this will be a country by country decision. I recommend that you contact the immigration department of each country that you have a visa but having along your old passport will always help. And if you get a letter from the US Embassy, that will help too. I realize that this could be a monumental task so you might want to consider hiring an immigration service to assist you. As for the fee I paid for my transfer, let's just say that when I got my receipt of payment, that portion paid was left off. I realize I'm not fully answering your questions but I hope this helps!
I just this all this work and paid 130 for my processing fee. I paid it through the ds 82 form I think. I live in Turkey. Here is what I didn't understand, do I have to pay additional fee for the return envelope besides I paid 130? If I do what is website? Cuz there wasn't any option to pay for return envelope. Thanks
Don’t forget you can also pay the fee online for the US passport. You must send them the receipt that is provided from the government website. You still need a bank draft for the return.
This is true, thanks for chiming in :)
What happens if you put a 100 baht bank note with your application?
Will the Embassy call you or just process your application and send you a new passport?
@@marvinfalikovic4177 not gonna work.
Hi. I live in Turkey, and I need to ask you something. My question is that I just paid 130 for passport processing using my debit card, but where do I pay them for the return envelope? Or does 130 cover the return envelope? If I do have to pay, what kind of check does it have to be and can I just bring it to my embassy appointment? Please explain what is bank draft. Anything helps. Thanks
I find the process confusing even after you explained it! 😂 so many steps. Sometimes I think would be easier just to meet in person.
Yes, it is a bit confusing, but you can do it :)
@@KenshoQuest Thank you. For the good energy! 💪
I agree. The paying process is a bit of a worry. The 100 baht return envelope through the post office GR code is confusing for me .
@@williamhartz8707 wouldn’t it just be easier to hand someone at the embassy cash? 😂 instead of running around town wasting my time to get cheques and then going to the post. I don’t understand how this could possibly save me time, I think the US Embassy is gaslighting me.
This was super helpful for me. Thanks for uploading.
Glad it was helpful!
you help a lots and a lots . the website is really confusing for the payment part lol , thanks so so much
I see this video was made a year ago. Was the online payment an option then as it is now? I ask because you paid $130 via bank draft. The checklist you include in your video is slightly different now. It says that you must pay online then send proof of payment. This seems straightforward except, the site states that you must not reside outside of Thailand to use this method. While I am living in Thailand and do not have a home elsewhere, I am on a tourist visa. So not sure if that bars me from using the online payment portal.
Also, I am having the passport sent to my gym. The second page of the form asks for an address if the mailing address differs from where you live. But the fields provided only allow for a U.S. address. Not sure what to put.
Hi, you can absolutely do this even on a tourist visa. We almost did it for our kids last month except they told us it would take 45 days! Sorry, I am not sure about your address issue and don't want to give you any bad advice. Please do let us know how it goes so we can continue to help others out. Good luck!
Wow, 23 days is great turnaround time!
The payment parts are confusing. It doesn't have the online payment option, but bank draft only.
Do you need to submit 1 or 2 photos with your application?
The checklist says 2 photos instructions says 1 photo.
Do i staple the photo onto the application or does the embassy do it? Does it matter?
It is confusing. I submitted 2 just in case. I did not staple, just sent in with the application. I hope this helps!
@@KenshoQuest submit 1 photo. Embassy returned new passport along with 2nd photo. I just got it.
Any suggestions on the payment update?
Live in Pattaya, we cannot find any bank that sell the bank draft in USD.
Do we buy in Thai baht, at real time exchange at the bank?
We miss understand something??
Thanks so much🙏
Hi, if you are applying by mail then you can just get a bank draft and from say Kasikorn bank. It will be in Thai Baht, no need to pay in USD. Just make sure you check the US Embassy website before you do this as the exchange rate does change. When you go into Kasikorn in Pattaya please bring your passport. Does this help?
Hi 👋 my visa expires in a week and I need a new passport due to not having space . I can’t wait 3 weeks . What can I do to expedite ? Thank you !
Hi, I wish I could help you but US Embassy in BKK will not expedite. You might be able to get an emergency temp passport. Please contact them asap.
Hello. I paid $130 for the process and it is regular shipping. Should I pay additional fee for the return envelope? What is a bank draft? Should I take that to my embassy during my appointment or what? Is there another method of paying the return? Please help me as I'm doing this for the first time. Thanks
Hi, if you are going directly to the Embassy then you might be able to pay in Baht or USD at the embassy. You do need to pay for everything upfront. I suggest emailing them ahead of time with your questions. They do respond though it may take a few days.
Hello, Thank you so much for this video. I don't have a limited validity or incorrect information. Can I still apply this way? Thanks again. Also, the passport checklist link doesn't seem to work. Thanks again!
Hi, yes, you can still apply. here is the updated link: th.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/passports/renewing-your-u-s-passport-by-mail/
Can I save the form as a pdf after filling it online because I don't have a printer at home and I wanna print it at a xerox?
do I sign the ONLINE form and date it after printing it with black ink pen?
yes, printing shouldn't be a problem. And yes, you do need to sign and black is always a safe bet.
Hello, sir!
I've a question so I mailed all the documents to the embassy like 5 days ago and on the mail tracking number it shows me that it's been delivered, but I didn't receive any email from the embassy to tell me that they received it, is this ok? How do I know if they received it?
Thanks in advance!@@KenshoQuest
@@anna26970 HI, you're just going to have to trust the system. You can try emailing them. They do respond but take their time. I recommend waiting a few more days and hopefully you hear something from them soon. Then if not, perhaps contact them.
Thank you for the great video I am ready to renew my US passport in Thailand soon
Just wanted to who should I make the draft for $130.00 American embassy Bang Kok or US State department, thanks
US Embassy Bangkok
What do you do without a passport while your old one is in transit?
I thought foreigners had to have it with them at all times.
Or if you have to get money exchanged, traffic stop by police, etc?
Hi, yes, it is a little strange but you will have to mail it and hope you won't need it during that time. I recommend making multiple copies of your passport so you can present that if necessary.
What tracking code do you get from the US Embassy when they say they mailed back to you the new passport and the old passport?
They say they send it back via registered mail. Already 10 days since they said they mailed it.
Is it the application locator number when you log into the online application status?
How were you able to track the US Embassy mailing of your new passport?
HI, How did you mail? It depends on how you set your return envelope. If you used Thai post registered mail or DHL, you should have a tracking number for that. I used Thai post and entered my tracking number for the return envelope once I received the email from the US Embassy. But in your case it might be lost. Have you checked your post office or juristic office if you have one? Sorry to hear about your troubles. I hope you get it sorted.
@@KenshoQuest i did not know that they send you an email that indicates that the US Embassy will send you the new and old passport in the next couple of days. They provide you with a tracking number.
I just checked the application status link which said "The US Department of State has mailed your passport book."
I didn't get the email yet from the embassy. My friend just did and he renewed his passport five days before me.
PS: your video was excellent and thank you very much for doing it.
Hi sir know I stay in Cambodia can I renew us passport in Thailand thank u somuch
Hi, I don't think it is possible since you require an address and they will want an address in Thailand. However, if it is an option for you, you can visit Thailand for a while and renew while you are there...
Great video ! I will be going to Pattaya for 90 days ..I will need a renewal soon.. can you lease recommend a agency that can do it for me .. i need it done correctly .. I’m to far gone and “ lost in the 50’s “ . Mahalo
Aloha and Mahalo! Since this is something that should be done by an agency that focuses on US passports we do not have a good suggestion for you. But we think you can do it ;) We will let you know if we come across one that we can recommend
Will visas in the old passport not be accepted unless they are transferred to the new passport?…
I received a letter from the embassy asking the Thai immigration to accept my visa. They complied without an issue. I do believe having both your old as well as your new will make it easier
@@KenshoQuest thank you for your reply. Your videos are great! … But what I guess what I meant is, you implied that you had to pay for a “visa transfer” to the new passport. But if I don’t do this, will I be rejected from leaving or entering the country (or any other countries for that matter.. I have several valid visas for other countries as well. Would I need to just show the old passport with those valid visas inside, or do I officially have to have the visas “transferred” to the new passport?)…thanks for your time - awesome channel!
@C S, thank you for the kinds words :)
Great question, and sorry I misunderstood. I do believe this will be a country by country decision. I recommend that you contact the immigration department of each country that you have a visa but having along your old passport will always help. And if you get a letter from the US Embassy, that will help too. I realize that this could be a monumental task so you might want to consider hiring an immigration service to assist you. As for the fee I paid for my transfer, let's just say that when I got my receipt of payment, that portion paid was left off.
I realize I'm not fully answering your questions but I hope this helps!
draft for $130.00 American Embassy BangKok or US State department, or U.S. Embassy Bangkok or U.S. Consulate General ???
I believe American Embassy Bangkok but please check the website, they have examples.
I just this all this work and paid 130 for my processing fee. I paid it through the ds 82 form I think. I live in Turkey. Here is what I didn't understand, do I have to pay additional fee for the return envelope besides I paid 130? If I do what is website? Cuz there wasn't any option to pay for return envelope. Thanks