3. Can I collect my
passport from the Australia Embassy?
No, you will need to contact
the Australian Visa Application Centre to
collect the passport between 1500 – 1630 hours.
4. My application
and passport have been submitted and it has been a while, how can I enquire
about the status of my application?
Call on the Australian Visa
Application Centre Helpdesk – 02 6723476 – 79
Send email to info.diacth@vfshelpline.com
5. Can I send
someone else to collect my passport from the Australian Visa Application
Centre?
Yes, you may send your
authorised representative to have your passport
collected. The person should carry the following documents;
Original receipt issued at the time of lodging application
Letter of authority signed by you
Photo copy of your passport data page which was handed over at the time of
lodgement by the Australian Visa Application Centre.
Copy of ID card of the authorised person collecting the passport
6. Can I have my
passport sent to my home or work address?
Yes, you may choose to have the
passport couriered to your location by
paying an additional logistics charge at the time of lodgement
7. Do I have to
submit my passport and visa application with the Australian Visa Application
Centre only?
It is preferable to submit the
application and passport at the Australian Visa
Application Centre. You may choose to lodge your application at the
embassy only with prior appointment.
8 . Can I mail my
visa application and passport to the Australian Embassy?
You may send your application
by mail or courier to the Visa and Immigration Office to :
Australian Embassy
Bangkok 37
South Sathorn Road
Bangkok 10120
Your applications should include a Cashier’s Cheque or Bank Draft made payable
to “The Australian Embassy Bangkok” in Thai Baht. Personal cheques and credit
cards will not be accepted. You should ensure to send a complete application
which includes the correct application forms, visa charge and relevant
documents. See Visa Information.(linked to Visa Information)
9. Can I change my
mind and ask for my passport to be returned by courier after I have lodged the
application with the Australian Visa Application Centre?
Yes, you may contact the
Australian Visa Application Centre and make the request. You will require to
pay the courier charges as applicable
10. Can Thai
Passport holder apply online visa?
No, you will need to apply at
Australian Visa Application Centre.
11. Can I submit
application through courier service in Bangkok?
Yes, you may contact the
Australian Visa Application Center to make the request.
12. How do I make
payment for visa charge?
All payments for visa fees
have to be made through Demand Draft/Bank Draft .You may choose to purchase
Demand Draft at Australian Visa Application Centre at nominal charges. Charges
are applicable per cheque purchased. Or you can buy Demand Draft from any Thai
Bank drawn in the name of “Australian Embassy Bangkok”
13. Can I apply for
working and Holiday visa at Australian Visa Application Centre?
No, you have to send your
application directly to Australia. After receiving the letter, you can submit
the same at the Australian Visa Application Centre for evidencing on passport.
