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Can I apply for a DTV after exiting Thailand while holding a Thailand Elite visa?

Thailand Elite Visa DTV Visa Visa Application Process Visa Regulations Exiting Thailand Multiple Visas

Dec 17, 2024

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Hello.

I currently have a Thailand Elite membership and a 5 year PE visa sticker in my passport valid until 2026.

Can I exit Thailand apply for a DTV in another country, then enter Thailand on a DTV?

Will I be refused a DTV due to having another visa in my passport?

Or is it OK to have two different types of visa and enter Thailand on which one is best suited to my purpose of visit?

Thankyou for any advice.

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The user is inquiring whether they can exit Thailand while holding a Thailand Elite membership and a PE visa, and subsequently apply for a DTV in another country. The discussion reveals that it is not permissible to hold two valid visas simultaneously, and it is advisable to cancel the Elite visa before applying for a DTV. Comments suggest that exiting Thailand does not automatically render the Elite visa inactive, and there are warnings from other users about the potential denial of the DTV application if the previous visa is not canceled.

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Bob **********

There was a post that said got denied DTV due to visa not being cancelled,so do that if you can before you go apply

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Anonymous *************

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Yes I will seek advice on how to cancel.

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Andrew *******

But in 2026 you can enter on your last day your visa is Valid and the extend what a year with elite?

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Nick ******

It doesn't work anymore.

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Marcus ********

Wait until 2026 then apply for DTV !

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Anonymous *************

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Yes that would be ideal. However my concern is the DTV will no longer be available for new applicants.

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Marcus ********

Anonymous participant it will be available see the news from Thai embassy it's not going anywhere soon especially for the next 5 years

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Anonymous *************

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That's good news. Can you send a link 🙏 please?

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Werner ************

No you can’t have two valid visas at same time - why would this even be a thought process? Cancel your elite visa prior to

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Anonymous *************

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The thought process is to obtain a 5 year DTV for THB

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while available

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David ********

Anonymous participant you don't need a second visa if the elite is not suitable let it go and apply for DTV outside of Thailand. It is up to you which suits your circumstance. But only one visa allowed. You can try and post here your findings 🤣🤣

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Anonymous *************

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Yes. I understand I can only enter Thailand on 1 visa at a time. I am asking for advice on the best way to secure a 5 year DTV with my specific situation.

Thankyou

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Werner ************

Anonymous participant will they give you a refund? Maybe let the elite lapse?

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Anonymous *************

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No refund as I can keep all member priveleges even without using the visa. I would like to know if I can get a DTV secured while they are relatively easy to get.

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Ok. If I exit Thailand while on Elite visa I will be stamped out. Does this make my Elite visa inactive?

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Chris *******

Anonymous participant elite visa is multientry it does not cancel it.

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Can a multi entry visa be cancelled before expiration?

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Paul ********

You can not have two active visa’s

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