Has anybody successfully cancelled an ED Visa after getting approved for a DTV? Exited Thailand with a Re-entry permit on an ED visa as a fail safe in case the DTV doesn't get approved. Got approved for a DTV then entered Thailand today stamped with the DTV. In planning to cancel the ED Visa in Bangkok, I requested for certification to cancel from the language school and they asked for the departure date. Similarly, most posts here suggested to cancel the ED visa first, depart and get the DTV.

My question: Do I have to leave Thailand again when I get the ED visa cancelled and re-enter with the DTV, again? TIA.

***Update, already processed the cancellation. Wasn't told I had to leave but then again they didn't say anything except hand the passport back. Unfortunately everything is in Thai and there's no "Cancelled" stamp. Anybody else have been through this process yet and can share what a right cancelation stamp should look like?

Hi, I will not be able to cancel my extension before my flight, what will happend with me when I come back in Thailand with new visa? Can I cancel it after that?

Grateful for this group for all the information leading to approved DTVs in Vientiane for me and my partner, now giving back. Both are under Remote Work Category - we are both on consulting contracts for different charities in other countries. We both hold Philippine passports.

1st application, my application submitted on Sept 24 with the following documents:

- Cover letter detailing the list of documents, the nature of my remote work highlighting thr job can be done through my laptop, my intentions for staying in Thailand - to immerse myself in its people and culture, as well as scuba dive around.

- Certification of consulting services signed by employer mentioning: ability to work remote and remuneration information.

- Consulting contract

- Payslips / Proof of payment from employer in the last 6 months

- Bank statements for the last 6 months from 2 banks both with more than 500K THB

- Proof of current location: Laos entry stamp, Vientiane hotel booking

- Additional supporting documents: TM30, Flight to Bangkok

Immigration officer asked one question: What is your work? I explained it's training staff from other countries remotely.

Received the approved DTV on September 26.

2nd application by my partner, submitted the same exact documents on October 4. Note she had an ED Visa and a reentry permit when she applied. Was asked one question: Are these your payslips, the response was yes. Approved on October 8.

A huge relief after getting approval for us both. Thank you to this group and everyone for being generous of timely updates.

*Photo from a rooftop bar in Vientiane with the view of the Mekong river, on the other side, Thailand.

Hi everyone. I made a DTV application yesterday and made a mistake in the application.first name and middle name changed places. Now they are in a different order than in the passport. and I went to submit it before I realized I made a mistake and would like to edit the application. Can someone tell me where to contact? Thanks in advance.

I just tried to apply in Savannakhet, Laos, but ran into some issues. When I dropped off my documents, they informed me that they couldn’t review them immediately and asked me to return in two business days, with no guarantee that they would even process the application.

When I went back two days later, they returned my application because my business license wasn’t notarized. They also pointed out that the last three bank statements need to show a minimum balance of 500,000 THB, otherwise the application would be rejected.

DTV REJECTED in Tel Aviv

Reason: Thai culinary course is not enough for DTV. They suggested a 3 months ED visa instead

I told them this course is qualified and I have all the documents required. They told me I'm correct but they can still refuse the visa based on their discretion.

Where should I apply instead?

I'm so happy while I write this. My DTV has just been approved a couple of minutes ago. I applied in Seoul, Korea (I'm not Korean, but Korea is my "home" country as I've lived here for the past 15 years) on August 26th, was requested additional documents (a resume in English) on Sept 2nd, and the status changed to "Pending Approval" on Sept 5th. I'm thankful the Embassy took its time to approve it, so I wouldn't "lose" almost 2 months of the visa validity time.

Applied as a remote worker.

Hi All. Great group with useful info. I'd appreciate your advice. I am a DTV holder looking to get a driving license. Part of the doc requirements include Residence Certificate. Looking for the easiest and fastest way to get this done for a DTV holder. Please note I have not completed 90 day reporting. Open to paying for a fast-track service. Any thoughts/experiences?

Hi. A quick question guys. I'm going Thailand at Christmas for two months and want to spend a few days in Vietnam but not sure about visa. I know I can get a 60 day visa but that is only single entry, and multi entry is for a longer stay 🤔 thanks in advance.

Hello - I am in my 2nd month of a 90 day retirement non-O visa.

What is best practice with the Thai savings account I have the 800k balance in? If after I receive the one-year extension in December, I will still keep the balance for 3 months but would also begin transferring a min of 65000(?) Baht each month so that I can change to that proof of finances the following year?

Would it be of any benefit to start depositing to the same account now? I have been thinking to xfer monthly and use the thai bank debit card when needing cash instead of my US card which always has a fee or 220 baht +. Always being sure not to dip below the 800k of course. But it would also make the passbook a longer document with spending patterns when presenting for the extension...