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Can I apply for a DTV right after being denied entry under section 12(2) without a time limit?

Visa Application DTV Visa Entry Denial Thailand Immigration Section 12(2)Visa Requirements Expat Life in Thailand

Oct 31, 2025

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If denied entry under section 12(2) with no time limit recorded on the letter … would I be able to apply for DTV right away or wait how long ? 

Said on letter trying to visit with no appropriate means of living

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The user seeks guidance on the implications of being denied entry to Thailand under section 12(2) due to lack of appropriate means of living, specifically regarding the ability to apply for a DTV visa immediately after the denial. Community comments provide insights, clarifying that reapplication is possible, though it's important to ensure meeting the DTV requirements, such as having sufficient funds.

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

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Yes it was non DTV entry. Said I had “been trying to live there” , too many entry’s etc etc but did ask if I had money on me …. which I didn’t and no return ticket !

It was a horrible experience. !

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

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People like you are so unhelpful. I’m grateful to those who offered constructive help !

I have nothing to hide but don’t want to be trolled by imbeciles like yourself

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Mark ********

Anonymous participant So you broke nearly evry rule and your upset about the outcome😂😂

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No not at all. Reading some of the stuff on here I would say I thought I was sticking by the rules. If you’ve nothing constructive to say why don’t you just jog on … mr perfect !

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Mark ********

Anonymous participant People on here don't set the rules. if you thought you followed the rules you wouldn't be hiding behind anonymous😂😂

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No idea why you were denied entry, but remember that a visa doesn’t guarantee entry; it only justifies a longer stay, not a red-carpet welcome. You could face the exact same issue even with a visa.

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

u can apply again.. it doesn't mean u r blacklisted. but make sure u meet the requirements (500.000 thb)

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DTV_Be*******

If you had no appropriate means of living and denied, what means of living will you show for your DTV?

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DTV_BegPecker 12(2) is pretty frequently used if immigration decides you have spent too long in Thailand as a tourist as they’ll ask to see that you have

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baht (or equivalent foreign currency) physically on you in cash and if you don’t have that they’ll deny entry. No ATM, no bank statements, credit cards. Has to be cash (or travellers cheques if you happen to have one).

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Mika ********

Anonymous participant 882 thats a lot of cash to carry!! thats wild

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

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Anonymous participant 882 I think you’re spot on with that . I think that’s what happened to me .

I will make sure I meet all the requirements for DVT and hope that doesn’t effect it

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DTV_BegPecker I do have regular income and did have when denied entry but didn’t have the fee for DTV

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DTV_Be*******

Anonymous participant how long since denied entry? You have the fee now? Which route will you go? Soft power or digital nomad?

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DTV_BegPecker Thank you for your helpful replies

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DTV_BegPecker soft power and yes I have the fee.

I need to leave in my account for another 6 weeks and then should be able to apply Muay Thai which I have been doing for past 2years both in Phuket and at home . I have lots of evidence of this. I would not be just using it as a means to get in ( as I know some do) and hope to be able to teach it eventually back at home

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