Hello, I am currently in Phuket with visa exemption and I want to China to assist a wedding from 25 to 31 January. I want to apply for DTV at madrid embassy on day 25 currently I’ll be in China but day 31 I fly to Madrid. Will my DTV be affected even if I have the rest of documents ok?

Thanks in advance

Hello everyone,

I would like to ask for some advice regarding the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV), based on my personal situation.

My main source of income comes from property rental. I manage a rental property that provides regular income, and this has been my main source of earnings for several years. I don’t have a classic online or remote job, but I can clearly demonstrate sufficient funds and financial stability if required.

I’ve spoken with an agency that claims many “traditional” DTV applications are being rejected or delayed for weeks, while they offer a fast-track option (1–3 days) at a high cost.

Before considering that route, I’d like to understand whether my profile (rental income / asset-based income rather than online employment) is generally acceptable for a standard DTV application.

Has anyone here with a similar background (property rental, passive or asset-based income) successfully applied for the DTV through the regular embassy process? If so, where did you apply and what kind of documentation was most important?

Any real experiences or insights would be very helpful.

Thank you in advance.

Any Aussies in this group that work FIFO and spend their breaks in Thailand, are we eligible for the DTV?

Cheers

Anyone here recently did a DTV interview in Jakarta, Indonesia?

How’s the situation these days?

Have you received any emails or updates yet?

If we obtain a DTV visa and leave the country after six months and then re-enter, do they ask for proof of remote work/work documentation?

And do they check whether you have 500,000 baht in your bank account?

2 visas approved in Hanoi one hour ago. Shocked! 6 days total.

Hi all

I would like to work remote in Thailand next year for my swiss employer.

I read, that the employer must write an "employer confirmation letter", where they write I work there etc.

Anyone had this case before and maybe have some examples of such "emoloyer confiramtion letters" ?

Thank you all

Best regards

Sandro

Same day border bounce trip report: Chiang Mai to Chiang Khong (Laos)

I’ve been on a DTV for almost 6 months so it was time to extend or leave Thailand.

In the past on other visa types, I have gone to the Chiang Khong border and did a same day border bounce with relative ease. Because of the recent scrutiny at the borders/airports, I had an agent escort me. I was paying for the drive anyway so it was only a little bit more money for the agent/driver to escort me.

I probably would have been fine by myself but I didn’t want to take any chances. I don’t have time to leave Thailand for more than a day, so a same day border bounce is my main option.

No issues leaving Thailand. The immigration officer asked if I planned to return to Thailand right away and I said yes. No problem there.

No issues entering Laos. 2,000 baht for the visa and they will do the entry and exit stamps for you at the same time.

No issues re-entering Thailand. I presented my passport and said I have a DTV. The officer asked if I did the TDAC and I said yes. After a quick check in the computer, he said I’m good for 6 months and he stamped me in. I’m able to speak basic Thai so maybe he appreciated that. My agent was right behind me but I didn’t need her.

I have been to that border crossing 4 times and this is the first time it was almost empty. I don’t know if that was a coincidence or what.

If you’re in Chiang Mai or northern Thailand, the Chiang Khong border is a good option.

I am planning to apply for a DTV dependent visa and would prefer a process without an interview.

May I kindly ask which country is currently more convenient and has a shorter waiting time?

Between Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi), Indonesia, and Laos, which option would you recommend based on recent experience?

How long does it usually take for the Thai consulate in Hong Kong to approve DTVs? Is it a relatively easy or difficult process compared with other Thai consulates in Asia?