Hi everyone, I got my DTV approved via Madrid.

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Good morning, I have two trips scheduled to Thailand. The first was for one month and the second just under three months (with a month in between in the states). Thinking ahead I was able to do the paperwork and get a non O approved for the second trip shortly before I left for the first trip. When I entered for my first trip immigration informed me that I must use the non O to enter and I could get an extension and re entry permit while here to cover the second trip. I have since been told I cannot get the extension and re entry permit until 45 days before it expires and at that time I will be in the US. I was thinking I might be able to do the re entry permit before I left and the extension when I return (there will be a few weeks left on the visa when I return). My last consideration is to just get a new non O when I am back in the states. I am curious of people's thoughts on this.

Thank you for any advice and thoughts you have.

If you choose to hire an agent to help with an extension of stay, is it to be expected that you would hand over your passport, entrusting the agent to return it after the process? For example, a visa runner to bangkok immigration to get it stamped, bringing along all your legit documents that fulfill the requirements.

I will likely do the application myself, so don't need advice at that. I am just curious about the handling of passports if using an agent

I'd like to apply for a DTV visa for Muay Thai in Bangkok. I'm planning to apply in Korea. Is there a cheaper place to apply? Agency

Heading to Thailand next week, what do I need to bring with me as first time entering with DTV?

Is it just TDAC?

Approved in Manila.

US passport

-Applied via agent using Muay Thai soft power.

-Asked for additional documents the very next business day:

1. Proof of ongoing income. I have read other reports of Manila asking for proof of income from other applicants in this group. Note that this is in addition to the 3 months of statements showing 500k baht and that this is for a soft power Muay Thai app, not workcation. The embassy did not specify how much income they were looking for but apparently I met that threshold.

2. Proof of Muay Thai payment beyond the receipt (I provided a credit card statement showing the payment).

3. Thai translation of business registration for Muay Thai school.

-All documents submitted the same day they were requested. My visa agent also prepared a cover letter explaining my source of income.

-Approved after a total of 4 business days. No interview or further questions.

Overall a smooth process. My agent and Muay Thai provider were very helpful and responded quickly to questions and requests for additional documents. I used Siam Legal as the agent and FitFac as the Muay Thai provider for a 9 month course.

Approved in Manila

US passport

-Applied via agent using Muay Thai soft power.

-Asked for additional documents the very next business day:

1. Proof of ongoing income. I have read other reports of Manila asking for proof of income from other applicants in this group. Note that this is in addition to the 3 months of statements showing 500k baht and that this is for a soft power Muay Thai app, not workcation. The embassy did not specify how much income they were looking for but apparently I met that threshold.

2. Proof of Muay Thai payment beyond the receipt (I provided a credit card statement showing the payment).

3. Thai translation of business registration for Muay Thai school.

-All documents submitted the same day they were requested. My visa agent also prepared a cover letter explaining my source of income.

-Approved after a total of 4 business days. No interview or further questions.

Overall a smooth process. My agent and Muay Thai provider were very helpful and responded quickly to questions and requests for additional documents. I used Siam Legal as the agent and FitFac as the Muay Thai provider for a 9 month course.

I have a Thai bank account only because I have a Non-O marriage visa. It’s got the B400k but it is only for demonstrating proof of funds. I gave my Thai wife the remainder of our cash and assets so I don’t need money.

Hello all!

Anyone recently apply through the CHICAGO consulate for a DTV visa with a bank statement of less than 3 full months of $16,000 in your account?

The requirements listed on the Chicago Consulate website for the DTV aren't clear if it's necessary to have 3 full months, or if a shorter time is fine as long as you meet that $16k minimum.

All it says is *"a copy of a recent saving or checking bank statement with an ending balance of no less than 500,000 THB or ($16,000)".*

I'm hoping I can apply with 2 months and not have any issues but would love any input or data points from other's recent experience with the CHICAGO consulate.

Thank you!

Can anyone recommend a visa service that keeps up to date on Non O visa requirements. The current service I hired has completely screwed my application for the Non O immigrant visa with incorrect financial and banking information provided to me.