Can I apply for a DTV visa at an embassy other than where my passport was issued?

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I was told by a visa agent that I can apply for the DTV visa at any embassy online. It doesn't have to be the embassy in the country where my passport is issued or the country where I am currently working. I've been told that some of the embassies in Asia (Cambodia, Vietnam and Indonesia) have quicker turn around times. As I plan to travel soon this would be advantageous to me. Does anyone know if this is true or has anyone done this yet?

Ask Thailand · Answer

Yes, it is possible to apply for a DTV visa at an embassy outside of the country where your passport was issued or where you currently work. Many expatriates frequently apply for the DTV visa at various embassies, particularly in Asia, like Cambodia, Vietnam, and Indonesia, which may have quicker processing times. It is crucial to be in the country of the embassy when submitting the application, and you may need to provide proof of your presence there, such as an entry stamp or hotel booking. While you can engage a visa agent, many users found that the application process is straightforward enough to handle independently.

Will ************ · Answer

Yes it can be done. You will be required to upload the entry stamp or a hotel booking in the country you are applying from. You may also be asked to upload ALL your passport pages to prove you actually are not in Thailand at the time of application

John ********** · Answer

You just need to be in the country you want to apply in.

Greg ******** · Answer

Yes, you can travel to one of those countries and apply. The rules say you must be in the country you you are applying to at the time of application. You can apply in the countries mentioned but you "Should" be in the country when you apply. PS: you do not need to pay an agent - the application is not that complex

Jared ********* · Answer

Extremely common to apply for the DTV in other countries than your home or residency.  Many people do this daily at various locations.

Each embassy has slightly different requirements, process, processing times and cost.  Search this group for more info on the many posts about this.

Commonly used locations are Jakarta, Taipei, Vietnam. I got mine in Taipei.  Flew there, applied in person the next morning, had it completed the following day and returned to Thailand.

Can I apply for a DTV visa at an embassy other than where my passport was issued?

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