Can Americans Applying for a DTV Visa Face Issues Proving Their Location?

You would need to use a proxy server, and ensure you have all ID and bank requirements in order

I applied online via Danish Embassy while I was in US for work. Got approved within 24 hrs. I did make proof of address in Denmark though. No flight tickets needed

I went to Taipei. Same day service and got the visa

Try the "Sneaky Fraudsters Thai Visa Tips" page...

I had this same question about doing a Non O Visa from another country in SE Asia since I’m already over here instead of having to go back to the US. I thought using a VPN it wouldn’t be detected from the website, and wondered if they’d really go through all of my passport stamps to check on my travels. Even using an “onward ticket” from the US to Thailand for the inbound flight. I wouldn’t have actually done it, but I was at least curious to know if it would have been possible. I asked my agent, who if it was possible would be one who would know, and he emphatically shot the idea down from every angle and scenario I came up with. So I would say definitely not worth risking.

I also had the same question as you on the medical qualifications. It seems most answers you got concentrated on the first part of your question question only. I seem to remember Brandon reply to someone that each office has their own requirements and some want more information and details than others, while he said he knew 1 person that was approved for only a single dental visit. Hopefully someone knowledgeable will have the answer. I am interested in that visa also, since the Non O isn’t possible until I go back home. Hope it works out for you.

If you apply whilst in Thailand, it'll be picked up when leaving Thailand. You can apply from any country outside Thailand also.

A good chance your IP address just might give you away

One of the questions on the visa application is "proof of current location." Also they will want to see your plane ticket from the US to Thailand.

There have been multiple reports recently of embassies also asking for proof of location AGAIN a few days after the application was submitted to ensure that the person did not leave the country afterwards.

Although I haven't personally seen any reports of this type of activity from the US, it's almost not a common visa type to be applied for from the US, as most people applying for the DTV are applying for it from Southeast Asia as they are already in Thailand and looking for a way to stay longer.

Ultimately what you are asking about is visa fraud, and not a good way to get started with any government agency.