Hello!

What is the usual ("normal") processing time for DTV? I have been waiting for almost 1 month now. First (almost) 2 weeks the system showed "Pending document check". And now I have seen "Pending approval" for 2 weeks. Is this usual or would it make sense to inquire the consulate about the status?

Has anyone applied for a DTV in Kota Bharu, Malaysia lately? How long did it take for you? I have been here waiting for 3.5 weeks. For the past 1.5 weeks the application has been in "Pending approval" status. Just wondering if that is the usual experience with visa applications in Kota Bharu or is it taking too long?

I just received the disappointing news that my DTV application was rejected, and I’m honestly shocked and confused. I applied at Hanoi, Vietnam. I applied under the remote worker (DTV) category, provided every single required document, and even went the extra mile to ensure everything was legalized and authenticated—yet still got a rejection with no clear reason** given.

Here’s what I submitted:

✅ Employment Contracts (clearly stating remote work)

✅ Offer Letter from my employer

✅ Employment Certificate (legalized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in my home country)

✅ Passport Copy of Employer (as proof of legitimacy)

✅ Bank Statements showing 500,000 THB equivalent (well above the requirement)

I triple-checked everything before submitting, yet the rejection email was a generic "your application is rejected." No further explanation.

### My Questions:

1. What exactly went wrong? If I missed something, I’d like to know so I can correct it.

2. Is the DTV process this strict for everyone? Or is there inconsistency in approvals?

3. Has anyone else faced this? Did you appeal/reapply successfully?

I’ve heard of other digital nomads/ remote workers getting approved with similar (or even fewer) documents, so this rejection feels unfair and arbitrary. If Thai immigration wants to attract remote workers, why make the process so opaque and frustrating?

### Next Steps?

- Should I reapply with the same documents?

- Is there a way to appeal or request a detailed rejection reason?

- Would using an agent/lawyer help, even though I did everything correctly?

Has anyone else been through this? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. At this point, I’m considering just sticking to visa exemptions/tourist visas, which is a shame because I was ready to commit long-term to Thailand under the DTV.

Rant over. But seriously, Thai immigration—if you reject someone who followed all the rules, at least tell us *why*.

#ThailandVisa #DigitalNomad #DTV #RemoteWork #ThaiImmigration #VisaRejection

Do I need to cancel a three month education visa (first one - no extensions) before I leave the country? Or does it naturally expire. I plan on having another ED visa in the future so don’t want any issues

I keep finding conflicting information online

Thanks for any help ☺️

Hi everyone! I just recently moved to Bangkok under the DTV visa (Muay Thai) and starting the, what sounds like, the complicated process of opening a bank account. I know my gym will help with that (as long as you purchase a couple insurance plans and pay a processing fee), but I'm looking for other options for comparison. I've heard about going to Pattaya to open an account with an agent. Has anyone used this company to help? [members only]

Any advice would be greatly appreciated! Thank you.

Been hearing mixed reviews on submitting a brokerage vs a bank statement depending on consulate. I have 150k or so sitting in a Scheab brokerage and I decided to try it rather than sell and move it.

I’ll keep this group updated on how it goes. I submitted through the DC consulate.

Just got my visa approved email via London embassy, 9 months with Muay Thai at Fitfac Ekkamai

Submitted 3 months of bank statements with over 11k GBP, & driving license for proof of current address

- Applied - 28th March morning

- Asked for a cropped version of my photo & flight ticket from airline directly to Thailand - 28th March 4pm

- Asked for boarding pass and exit stamp of last leaving Thailand - 31st March 4.45pm (went through E-gates so didn't have exit stamp and explained this on the pdf I submitted with boarding pass)

- Updated to "Pending Approval" - 2nd April

- Approved - 8th April 7.30pm

For British passport holders who applied for and were granted a DTV visa through the online application, what did you enter in the ‘Place of Issue’ field?

Hello everyone, I’m making my DTV and would like to have your feedback, does anyone had to call ambassy to make the process faster ? I’m talking about a gentle call not get them mad 😄

Thank you all!

In mid-march I left Thailand for the first time on DTV after staying for 3 months. Immigration officer asked me if I was leaving for "a short time or long time." Seems like a pretty harmless question, but kinda odd, so as I over analyze it, anybody have any thought on the purpose of the question? I told them I was leaving for a couple months. I received a regular exit stamp.