I departed from Thailand yesterday.

They used the electronic scan in Bangkok airport. I noticed that no departure stamp on passport. Is this the new way. All electronic no physical stamp in passport.

Hi Guys !!! Did anyone apply for the “Muay Thai Soft Power" recently in Cambodia? I heard that many people that tried got their DTV cancelled due of a missing document "Of The Ministry Of Sports” which is impossible to get‼️

I’m currently in Cambodia! If anyone has some news and could share I would be really happy!

Just got my DTV visa approved! Thank you to everyone who posted in this group. It’s been immensely helpful reading through everyone’s experiences so I’d also like to share mine.

I am a USA citizen. I applied in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam for the freelancer DTV option. Here’s the timeline:

- I filled out all the paperwork prior to arriving to Ho Chi Minh except the proof of location (just as preparation — didn’t submit)

- I arrived on Sun Feb 23 and submitted it in the application in the evening with the proof of location

- They asked for additional information on Wed Feb 26 at 10am. I submitted the additional information in the evening

- I got approved on Mon Mar 3 at noon :))

Below are specifics. [Added] means I added it when they asked for additional information.

Portfolio:

- [Added] I wrote an intro letter that explains my background and what each page in the portfolio contains

- [Added] Resume

- [Added] University Degree Certificate

- Business Info Sheet

- [Added] Reviews screenshot and link to profile (I had text message screenshots before but replaced that with website reviews)

- Example work screenshots

- Signed agreements (2 examples) [Added 1 more]

- Bank statements & venmo transactions to prove income from business

Proof of Location:

- Flight to Vietnam

- Vietnam Visa

- Airbnb receipt with prices and dates

- Passport stamp of entry

Financial Proof:

- [Added] I wrote a letter explaining the situation. I put most of my money in a CD savings account. The CD ended on January 11. They wanted 6 months proof of 500,000 baht, but I could only show that through the CD. I was worried they wouldn’t approve me because CD can be considered investment account, and they only want checkings or savings.

- 6 months of CD statements

- [Added 5 months] 6 months of Savings account statements (where the CD money is now)

- [Added] 6 months of credit card statements — they did not ask for this, but I heard they want to see that you spend money so I included this in case it helps

I’m glad I wrote a letter to explain both the portfolio (because I do not have a registered company) and the financial proof (because of the complications). I think adding a human voice to the application helps the reader understand what everything is so they can assess appropriately. Not necessary, but I’m glad I did it anyways!

Thank you for everyone who participated in this group. I wish you all the best of luck!

Hi there! I am currently in my DTV application process and might have some questions over the next few days ☺️ I am currently in Vietnam, applying from here.

Here are the first questions:

1. What Adress Information should I put in? I haven’t lived in my home country in a while so I don’t have an Adress there. There is a possibility to enter a „permanent“ Adress and a „current“ Adress. But I don’t have a permanent Adress… so do I just put the apartment that I am staying in here in Vietnam or a postal Adress back in my home country? 😳

2. travel information: I don’t have a flight booked yet as I don’t know when the visa will be ready, so should I look up a flight that I think I might be able to take?

3. accommodation info: I’m staying with my friend in his condo - would I put the condo Adress and his contact number?

Thanks for your help 🙏🏼

Looking for recommendations for reputable border run companies based in Bangkok. I see many people suggesting these services over doing a border run via air, but I don’t see anyone suggesting specific companies.

Looking to move to Hua Hin ASAP. Interested in a DTV opportunity in the area, but need some help. 37 year old mom who just had twin babies 8 months ago. Also, have 6 & 8 year old sons. Interested in Muay Thai for strength, health, and discipline. BUT, not looking to fight. Any recommendations? I also cannot cook to save my life, so open to the idea of a cooking school. Hoping to get approved for my visa fast, so I can load my kids on a plane before I chicken out and fall back into my mouse trap... 😬

Is it common for different embassies to request interviews or is I random and totally left up to their discretion.

Hi everyone! I am in Malaysia, and I am applying for my DTV at the consulate in Penang. My 500,000 have been deposited for more than 3 months but divided into 3 different bank accounts, they asked me for a financial statement of the 3 months plus the bank balance of the 500,000, but I have already loaded it 3 times and they continue to ask me for it. Is it possible that I have to put all the money in a single account or the process will not proceed? Thanks to those who can answer me.

This might be helpful information to someone.

Just left Immigration office in Bangkok.

We attempted to extend my wife’s DTV visa however it was denied.

Was told that since my wife was a dependent DTV visa and I was the main holder that she is unable to file extension unless I the main holder extend as well.

Since I’ve flown in and out recently I am unable to extend since it’s only been about 40 days in Thailand.

So we are required to leave the country and enter again.

Hope this information is helpful to someone.

We haven’t done any visa runs because of her pregnancy and she just gave birth in Thailand.

hello 😄

I've had my DTV approved. 🥳🎉

Is TM30 reporting within 24 hours still a necessary requirement every time you re-enter Thailand with your DTV?

Do you also need to bring the TM 30 to your 90 day reports like you have to to do an extending your tourist visa?

Any insight would be appreciated 😃