Bangkok, 7 March 2025 – UOB Thailand is pleased to further elevate its travel privileges for premium cardholders by offering an exclusive suite of benefits tailoured to meet the needs of its UOB Reserve, Infinite and UOB Zenith cardholders. These cardholders can enjoy an expedited and seamless visa application process for travel to Italy, designed to enhance their overall travel experience.
Mrs Vira-Anong Chiranakhorn Phutrakul, Deputy CEO and Head of Wholesale Banking, UOB Thailand, said, “We recognize that UOB Reserve, UOB Infinite and UOB Zenith cardholders are frequent travelers with packed schedules, seeking exceptional experiences in dining, travel, and shopping. As such, we are committed to simplifying and enhancing their journeys, making it easier for them to indulge in the experiences they cherish. This year, in particular, marks the Jubilee Year, or Holy Year, in Rome and Vatican City, an important event that occurs once every 25 years. It presents a unique opportunity for Thai tourists to experience Italy through a deeply spiritual and cultural perspective.”
UOB Reserve, UOB Infinite and UOB Zenith cardholders can now apply for an Italy visa at the exclusive Premium Lounge within the VFS Visa Application Centre, without the requirement for a prior appointment. By simply presenting their UOB Reserve, UOB Infinite or UOB Zenith card, cardholders will be exempt from providing additional proof of financial or employment documentation, ensuring a swift and hassle-free process.
In addition to the Italy visa privilege, UOB Reserve, UOB Infinite and UOB Zenith cardholders can take advantage of other exclusive travel benefits, including a 20 per cent discount (up to THB1,000) or 12 per cent discount (up to THB 800) when booking participating hotels worldwide via Agoda on specified period, and up to 10 per cent discount on participating flights booked through Qatar Airways.
Picture shown (From left to right): Ms Suporntip Pongsachamnankit, Head of Card Business, UOB Thailand, Mrs Vira-anong Chiranakhorn Phutrakul, Deputy CEO and Head of Wholesale Banking, UOB Thailand, Mr Paolo Dionisi, Ambassador of Italy to the Kingdom of Thailand, Mr Daniele Mammoliti, Manager Operations of VFS and Mr Andrea Conti, Consul of Embassy of Italy in Bangkok
Mrs Vira-Anong Chiranakhorn Phutrakul, Deputy CEO and Head of Wholesale Banking, UOB Thailand, said, “We recognize that UOB Reserve, UOB Infinite and UOB Zenith cardholders are frequent travelers with packed schedules, seeking exceptional experiences in dining, travel, and shopping. As such, we are committed to simplifying and enhancing their journeys, making it easier for them to indulge in the experiences they cherish. This year, in particular, marks the Jubilee Year, or Holy Year, in Rome and Vatican City, an important event that occurs once every 25 years. It presents a unique opportunity for Thai tourists to experience Italy through a deeply spiritual and cultural perspective.”
UOB Reserve, UOB Infinite and UOB Zenith cardholders can now apply for an Italy visa at the exclusive Premium Lounge within the VFS Visa Application Centre, without the requirement for a prior appointment. By simply presenting their UOB Reserve, UOB Infinite or UOB Zenith card, cardholders will be exempt from providing additional proof of financial or employment documentation, ensuring a swift and hassle-free process.
In addition to the Italy visa privilege, UOB Reserve, UOB Infinite and UOB Zenith cardholders can take advantage of other exclusive travel benefits, including a 20 per cent discount (up to THB1,000) or 12 per cent discount (up to THB 800) when booking participating hotels worldwide via Agoda on specified period, and up to 10 per cent discount on participating flights booked through Qatar Airways.
Picture shown (From left to right): Ms Suporntip Pongsachamnankit, Head of Card Business, UOB Thailand, Mrs Vira-anong Chiranakhorn Phutrakul, Deputy CEO and Head of Wholesale Banking, UOB Thailand, Mr Paolo Dionisi, Ambassador of Italy to the Kingdom of Thailand, Mr Daniele Mammoliti, Manager Operations of VFS and Mr Andrea Conti, Consul of Embassy of Italy in Bangkok
