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Can I apply for a long-term DT visa for my wife while in Thailand?
I’m currently in Thailand on a DT visa, and my wife is here on a tourist visa. Can I apply for her DT visa on my behalf, or is there another way for her to get a long-term visa? Any suggestions or advice would be appreciated.
Answer summary
The user wants to know if they can apply for their wife's DT visa while she is currently in Thailand on a tourist visa. According to comments, the wife cannot apply for the DT visa directly while in Thailand; she needs to apply from outside the country, preferably at a Thai consulate or embassy. Additionally, if the couple has a marriage certificate, the wife can be considered as a dependent for the DT visa application. However, it is important to note that she cannot switch her tourist visa to a DT visa while remaining in Thailand.
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Anonymous ******************
You can’t apply for her DT visa on your behalf directly. She’ll usually need to apply at a Thai consulate or embassy outside Thailand. Another option is for her to do a visa run and apply for a DT visa from a consulate abroad. Some people use agents to help with the process, but she generally can’t switch from tourist to DT visa inside Thailand.
Thai ************
You can apply her as dependent, if you have marriage documents. Vietnam is easy choice to apply from.
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@Thai ***********
what document need for apply with marriage certificate please?Anonymous ******************
No you can’t
Anonymous ******************
They wanted official marriage certificate.
Anonymous ******************
Yes, you can but your wife needs to stay in country of application during the process.
Robert *******
yes, there is, but all depending on country of origin.
Lee-Ann *******
The spouse DTV Visa attached to yours, but you can't be in Thailand to apply for it
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@Lee-Ann ******
what documents need to apply please?Anonymous *************
OP@Lee-Ann ******
Which country nearby best and process fast for DTV Please Recommend.Nattha *****
you can apply in LAOS...the best nearest country so far with good success rate.
Nattha *****
Anonymous participant 15 -20 days max....if all documents are perfect then not more than 10 days.
Anonymous *************
OP@Nattha ****
how Long it can took any general idea so i keep in mindAnonymous *************
OP@Nattha ****
Thanks for the recommendation.
Stacey *********
Anonymous participant Vietnam is quick. Got mine in 4 days
Lee-Ann *******
Anonymous participant I don't know really, I'm Australian and I got mine and my husband's whilst we were still in Australia through Canberra
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