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Can I enter Thailand on a DTV issued more than 3 months ago without problems?

DTV Visa Visa Expiration Entering Thailand Thailand Immigration Visa Rules

Aug 1, 2025

24 days ago

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

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Has anyone experienced any problems entering Thailand on a DTV that was issued more than 3 months prior to arrival?

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TLDR : Answer Summary

Community members confirmed that entering Thailand on a DTV visa issued over 3 months prior does not pose any issues. One user reported successfully entering after 4.5 months without problems. It is mentioned that there is typically a 5-year validity for these visas.

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Dom ********

I entered after 4.5 months and no issues 👍

24 days ago

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

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@Dom *******

Oh, that's good to know. Thanks.

23 days ago

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

Andi ***********

No record of that, you have 5 years to enter with it

24 days ago

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

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@Andi **********

I know you’ve written that elsewhere, and thanks for your response. It’s just that things can go awry in Thailand. It would be strange if immigration had nothing to say about a person arriving a year after applying, especially given the dates of the course need to be submitted..

24 days ago

Luit *****************

Anonieme deelnemer So just be prepared to answer questions why you postponed your softpower activity.

But in most cases they would not even ask.

21 days ago

Andi ***********

Anonymous participant If you entered a year after applying with no current enrollment that is something else. Enter within your visa term but comply with terms of entry.

24 days ago

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Andi ***********

Is there a time limit for activating a DTV visa once issued before entering Thailand?

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a month ago

Do DTV holders need a re-entry visa when returning to Thailand?

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3 months ago

Is there a time frame to enter Thailand after my DTV is approved?

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3 months ago