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Can I apply for a DTV visa online from Thailand or should I wait until I'm back in the UK?

DTV visa visa application Thailand expats UK visa rules

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So I always play by the rules. Dream is a DTV as so much less hassle for my trips. From UK. 

Finally got all requirements to apply for DTV. Will do so in London for visit in late March. Ready to apply .

Problem? I’m in Thailand now until mid Jan. 

need I wait until I return or if I apply online now will that be dodgy? Noticed?

Only reason to hurry is I maybe changing uk address. 

Any thoughts?

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The user plans to apply for a DTV visa while currently in Thailand but is uncertain if they can begin the application process online. Community responses unanimously advise against applying for the visa from Thailand, emphasizing that applications must be made from outside the country, specifically in the UK. Delays in processing times are noted, with approvals potentially taking 1 to 4 weeks. The general consensus is for the user to wait until returning to the UK to apply, as applying from Thailand could lead to rejection.

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ArticulateS***********

ArticulateS***********

London are quick.

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Kurt *************

Kurt *************

Cannot do while in thailand.

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Wannikea *********

Wannikea *********

So you always play by the rules huh?

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Justin ********

Justin ********

Why are you anxious to blow your $400+ fee and get rejected lol. follow the rules ffs

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Paul *******

Paul *******

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@Justin *******

read the post. Nob.

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Justin ********

Justin ********

Well I did read it, so perhaps some part you think was clear was ambiguous sir. Yes my reading comprehension could be at fault. But I applied for mine whilst over seas, but specifically NOT in Thailand.

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Mike **********

Mike **********

Apply as soon as you can. Word is s they are slow in approving them. Seems like people keep applying and think they should be approved within a day or too. People keep saying 1-4 weeks.

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Pamela ********

Pamela ********

Definitely wait you will be rejected if you do it here

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

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

Do not apply inside Thailand

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Ryan ********

Ryan ********

You cannot apply inside Thailand. They already know you're there, as well.

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Robert *******

Robert *******

Which Thai Embassy are you going to use.

Current location is Thailand

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Sofia *********

Sofia *********

You must apply outside thailand

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Greg ********

Greg ********

Apply in UK. They can see on their system you are in Thailand now.

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