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Oct 14, 2025
22 days ago
Mike ********
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Hello , can I apply for one year visa once I’m in Thailand or do I need to apply home country,,

My self 60 my wife 58 , passive income from my company in USA

Any help would be appreciated
Oct 14, 2025
22 days ago
Hello , just got my visa approved,

I applied for the visa on October 8 in Hanoi and just received the approval by email.

I own a business and submitted bank statements (balance over 500,000 THB) plus company documents proving I’m the owner and director, along with links to my hotel on Instagram and Booking.com.

No extra documents were requested. Good luck to everyone!
Oct 14, 2025
22 days ago
Bell ******
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Does any one have any experience with applying from Manila Philippines? If I transfer money from a Time Deposit to my savings will that be acceptable?
Oct 14, 2025
22 days ago
I am a US citizen looking to apply for soft power Muay Thai. I have no Muay Thai experience but have already decided on a gym. I had my Visa rejected for workation in HCMC last month. I am planning on applying at the same embassy in November. I currently live in between countries in Asia so if anyone has a suggestion on a better embassy than HCMC it would be much appreciated.
Oct 14, 2025
23 days ago
Hello everyone,

I currently hold a DTV visa as a dependent of my wife. I’m considering renting a small stall at a night market to sell food and drinks.

I’ve received mixed information: some people say that to rent a market stall I don’t need any special visa or permit, since someone else would actually be operating the stall; while others say I’d need a business visa and a work permit.

Could anyone who has gone through a similar process, or is currently in the same situation, please share their experience or clarify what’s really required?

Also, if a business visa is indeed necessary, how long does it usually take to obtain it?

Thank you very much in advance for your time and help!
Oct 14, 2025
23 days ago
Hello,

I am about to apply for the DTV ( softpower ) in Hanoi. I often read that people have to send them ALL passport pages. Should i send them everything already or just when they ask about it? Because in the application form they just ask for the first page with all your data.

Thank you 🙏
Oct 14, 2025
23 days ago
Daniel **********
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Hello

Does anyone know if a standard bank statement (in German) from Revolut is sufficient for the soft action dtv, or do I need a letter from the bank confirming my account balance?

If so does someone know how to get this from revolut?

*I will apply for the dtv from Vietnam.

Thank you 🙏🏼
Oct 14, 2025
23 days ago
Adil *******
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Hi all currently in HCMC and applied for my DTV on the 6th of October. Still not heard anything back yet and I am using an agent (ISSA Compass) so unable to chase direct. Anyone applied at the same time been approved?

Thanks
Oct 14, 2025
23 days ago
Dennis *********
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I went to Kasokornthai bank branch in Central Island Mall today to get information on opening an account and they are starting they need a lease for one year and currently I am in a Airbnb for 5 1/2 months.

Does anyone have a branch they used more flexible and or other bank recommendations?

Last option would be a recommendation for an agent to assist in opening an account.
Oct 14, 2025
23 days ago
MrTesla *******
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I’m Currently a WP holder for 1 year now and my Bangkok Bank account got frozen. They are requiring a Certified copy of your U.S. passport endorsed by the embassy. My suggestion don’t use Bangkok Bank. No other bank has that requirement.
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