Can I apply for a DTV visa in Kuala Lumpur while on an ED visa with a re-entry permit?

Jul 27, 2024
4 months ago
Vania *********
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Hello everyone I have a question regarding the DTV visa.

I'm currently on an ED Visa (last 3 months extension of the 12 months) but I would like to switch to DTV Visa.

I do meet all requirements asked for the DTV but I want to be sure that I can re-enter Thailand in case my DTV application get denied so my question is:

If I go to Kuala Lumpur and apply for the DTV there with the re-entry permit of the ED Visa with me (just as safety in case my DTV get denied), would this be ok?can I than enter Thailand with the new DTV Visa and just let the ED Visa and the re-entry permit expire?

Thank you in advance for your help 馃檹
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A user is seeking advice on whether they can apply for a DTV visa in Kuala Lumpur while currently holding an ED visa with a re-entry permit as a backup. Community members advise against applying for the DTV while still holding the ED visa, suggesting a cancellation of the current visa before proceeding with a new application. Various users discuss the implications and uncertainties surrounding the DTV visa and share insights about the application process and requirements at the Thai embassy in Kuala Lumpur.
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Pitch ******
Hi ! Are you sure we can apply to the DTV in KL. I'm also interested 馃檪
Vania *********
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Thank you 馃檹
Timothy *****
@Pitch *****
Yes, I have emailed them and they replied.
Pitch ******
@Timothy ****
I emailed them too ! With more or less the same questions 馃檭.

Thank you 馃榿
Timothy *****
@Pitch *****
It seems they've expanded/adjusted their list of requirements.
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42b

So it reads now like you need ALL of the following (not or):

A contract OR employment certification - both certified by the embassy?

A copy of the business registration - also certified by the embassy?

A portfolio

My contracts would be from US companies, and I don't think I can get anything certified at a US embassy as a non-US citizen easily or quickly. I've emailed them back for clarification, but this might mean KL is off the list of places I can apply from.
Pitch ******
@Timothy ****
same so I plan applying the soft power. If not KL, Lao or Cambodia seems to be good options.
Vania *********
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@Timothy ****
we can apply in KL even if we are not residents there correct?please keep us updated if you get your DTV through KL 馃檹
Timothy *****
That's one of my specific questions they didn't directly answer, but it seemed affirmative, I stated that I was not Malaysian and would only be visiting KL with the purpose of applying for the DTV. I probably won't be able to get there until September, so likewise, keep us posted!

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They responded to me here within 24 hours. These are the questions that were answered, in case that helps anyone:

5. Proof of prolonged residence in Thailand:

If you were sponsored an accommodation by Thai citizens, please attach the invitation letter along with a copy of the person's Thai ID card and house registration.

6. A copy of a recent savings or checking bank statement with an ending balance of no less than:

A foreign bank account is acceptable as long as the ending balance is at least 500,000 THB.

7. An employment contract or employment certificate in Malaysia or a professional portfolio showcasing digital nomad, remote worker, foreign talent or freelancer status:

You can provide the contract for remote working to apply for a DTV visa. Please attach it along with the monthly income for the last 6 months.
Vania *********
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This is the official website of the Thai Embassy in KL so it should be possible correct?
Vania *********
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@Graham *****
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Vania *********
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Henrik *****
Look at their website.
Pitch ******
@Henrik ****
already done, no info and they also don't reply... so I imagine nope
Vania *********
ORIGINAL POSTER
Pitch O没neI鈥檓 not sure that is possible yet but I found a flyer saying that from October 2024 it will be possible to apply in KL through E-Visa Service
Graham ******
@Vania ********
The DTV is not specified, no Visas are, just saying they are going to the eVisa system
Goel ********
hey i have question

If I travel for initial 3 months and exit Thailand and if I re enter after 1 month so I would can stay for next 3 months - or 6 months i.e my counter of stay will start from 0 or 3 months?
Henrik *****
Put you question in its own new thread, to get best and most replys.
Henrik *****
Those who have a current visa, should not apply for the DTV, until the end of the current visa, because in 2-3 months a lot more facts is known about the DTV, instread of all the guessing going on right now.
Myles *******
@Henrik ****
so maybe better to go onto it now and then already have the 5 years issued? Why wait 2-3 months for them to maybe make it harder?
Henrik *****
You know what you have, but you don鈥檛 know what or if you will get with the DTV yet.
John **********
You would need to cancel your extension of stay at thai immigration before travelling to apply for the DTV
Vania *********
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@John *********
thank you John
Myles *******
Dont think so as I have the same conundrum with Non B visa. Think need to cancel before applying for DTV
Vania *********
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@Myles ******
thank you so much 馃檹
Brandon ************
Officially, you cannot apply for a visa while you have a valid visa or extension, because you cannot have two at once. The most likely thing is that the embassy would deny your application when they looked in your passport and saw your extension with re-entry permit.
Vania *********
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@Brandon ***********
thank you so much for your help
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