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Can I apply for a DTV (e-visa) while leaving the country?

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Mar 23, 2025

a month ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

Can I apply for a DTV (e-visa) and then leave the country (not to Thailand) while the application is pending/being reviewed? Want to get a DTV while it's still relatively lax, but I'm in a situation where I won't be spending more than 25-30 days in any country for the next few months and my embassy (Ankara) seems to be very slow judging by comments I've managed to find online

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TLDR : Answer Summary

Leaving the country while your DTV (e-visa) application is pending is not advisable. Many commenters suggest you should remain in the country where you applied, as immigration authorities may request an interview or proof of your location. Leaving could jeopardize your application, especially if you need to respond quickly to a request for information.

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Ömer ********

Reis ankaradan onay aldım ben ama 1 ay sürdü. Özelden yazarsan yardımcı olurum

a month ago

Tammi *****

Go to Hanoi, won't take more than a week!

a month ago

Dany ********

you can but be ready to come in for

an interview

a month ago

James ********

NO 👎

a month ago

Anna *********

Simple answer is NO If they ask for proof of location or want an interview you will be stuffed so bet to wait til approved. Most places seem to do it pretty quickly

a month ago

Christopher ********

Just wait for the visa. But applying from a country not your own may face scrutiny by immigration

a month ago

Andi ***********

You should stay in the country where you apply as you can be asked for an interview. Many countries approve within 5 -10 business days.

a month ago

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Andi ***********

Can I travel while waiting for my DTV approval if I applied from the UK?

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