Can I apply for the DTV Soft Power Cooking Classes in Vietnam for entry into Thailand in April 2025?

DTV Visa Thai Consulate Cooking Classes Visa Application Process Thailand Visa Requirements

Oct 28, 2024

2 months ago

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DTV Soft Power : Cooking Classes (2-4 weeks)

I will be in Ho Chi Minh (Vietnam) in 2 weeks and want to apply for DTV Soft Power Cooking Class from the Thai consulate in HCMC. The courses are scheduled for April 2025 and I have the option to choose between 2 or 4 weeks classes. 

My question: 

1. Is it OK to apply for DTV and enter Thai territory in April 2025 only? 

2. Do I have to take cooking classes every 180 days or every time I re-enter Thailand within the 5 years of my Visa? 

3. Beside the school deposit with receipt  + 500K baht bank statement + stamp on my passport from Vietnam + Hotel proof that I'm applying from outside of Thailand. What else do I need? 

If some of you got admitted DTV Soft Power Cooking Classes can please share their experience, specially from HCMC Thai consulate if any. 

Thanks for your help.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user inquires about applying for the DTV Soft Power Cooking Class visa while in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, for classes scheduled in April 2025. They ask about the possibility of applying now and specific requirements for the visa, as well as the frequency of class attendance related to visa regulations.

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Katy *******

If you search name, I received the soft power DTV from Vientiane. Each embassy is different but it's possible to get the DTV. No one really knows yet if classes need to continue or if things will change. It's still new.

2 months ago

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@Katy ******

When are your classes scheduled to start? Will you enter Thailand before debute? In my case, its scheduled for April 2025, I don't intent to enter before end March or early April, is that OK you think? as some people stated that DTV need to be used within 3 months from date of issue....not sure if that's true.

2 months ago

Katy *******

Anonymous participant I received my DTV in September. Entered, and Exited. Will re enter in December, and start class in January.

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@Katy ******

Thanks for your help 🙂

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