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Can I hold two Thai visas simultaneously while waiting for approval of a new one?
Visa Approval ProcessDTV VisaNon-O VisaVisa CancellationExpats in ThailandImmigration ProceduresMuay Thai VisaDual Visa Status
Sep 23, 2024
2 years ago
Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTERI have an interesting scenario going on
Applied today in HCM , all good paperwork based on Muay Thai for 6 months course no issue with bank etc
However I have a valid Non O based on marriage that’s still in play and I have multi entry re entry permit in play still
Therefore I would have 2 visas in play IF approved
They took my 340 usd and asked me come back Wednesday to pick up passport
I presume I can be rejected on Wednesday or the fact they have taken my passport and paperwork is an approval in itself as others seem to have suggested …..
I shall update this post after 2 pm Wednesday !!!
Applied today in HCM , all good paperwork based on Muay Thai for 6 months course no issue with bank etc
However I have a valid Non O based on marriage that’s still in play and I have multi entry re entry permit in play still
Therefore I would have 2 visas in play IF approved
They took my 340 usd and asked me come back Wednesday to pick up passport
I presume I can be rejected on Wednesday or the fact they have taken my passport and paperwork is an approval in itself as others seem to have suggested …..
I shall update this post after 2 pm Wednesday !!!
TLDR : Answer Summary
The user shared their experience of applying for a DTV visa while holding a valid Non-O visa. They were concerned about having two visas simultaneously, as some believe it's not allowed. After submitting their application and paying the required fees, they were informed to return for their passport, leading to speculation about the likelihood of approval. Community comments provided reassurance that having payment taken often indicates approval and discussed the process of canceling the Non-O visa upon return to Thailand. Ultimately, the user received confirmation of their DTV visa upon re-entering Thailand, clarifying that their Non-O visa was effectively canceled.
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Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTERUpdate on this
Nice lady IO stamped me back in on DTV for 6 months
I did ensure I stated Non O now ‘finished /not valid / not using anymore ‘ …. Is it effectively cancelled ? and she said yes
So there’s the process from start to finish, I had zero hassle at suvarnbhuni and she knew what she was doing with DTV
Cheers all 👍
Nice lady IO stamped me back in on DTV for 6 months
I did ensure I stated Non O now ‘finished /not valid / not using anymore ‘ …. Is it effectively cancelled ? and she said yes
So there’s the process from start to finish, I had zero hassle at suvarnbhuni and she knew what she was doing with DTV
Cheers all 👍
Mika ********
Anonymous participant so the IO at CNX (or BKK etc ) cancelled your Non O as you entered ?
Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTERMika Martin they didn’t actually do anything with it
They not cancelled it with pen or anything . I would bet that their system knows exactly that it’s been overwritten now
Without stopping for 10 minutes and asking why they didn’t actually have a stamp
Saying cancelled I don’t know the answer to all of this
I am back in Thailand and 100% on DTV now per stamp in passport tho
Edit >>> I made a point of flagging I had non o
She was cool
They not cancelled it with pen or anything . I would bet that their system knows exactly that it’s been overwritten now
Without stopping for 10 minutes and asking why they didn’t actually have a stamp
Saying cancelled I don’t know the answer to all of this
I am back in Thailand and 100% on DTV now per stamp in passport tho
Edit >>> I made a point of flagging I had non o
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times to the lady She was cool
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Ly ****
May I ask what is your muay thai center?
Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTERLy ****
Người tham gia ẩn danh thank you!
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Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTERFor all here I was approved lmk any questions guys 👍
Nong *****
Anonymous participant Any update on issue at the entry immigration with 2 active stay permits?
Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Nong ****
give me a few hours buddy on the way back nowNong *****
Anonymous participant good luck 🍀
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Nong ****
thanks am sure will be fine just to be told either they cancel or I cancel it … shall let everyone know laterReply to
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Sascha **********
Anonymous participant great! Give us an update when you enter Thailand please? I’m curious (and currently also on ED visa) ☺️
Thet ***********
Anonymous participant Did they say anything about your Non O visa, when you were picking up your passport?
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Thet **********
hi nothing at all Big smile on face and passed me the passport back , their face and mine actually
Said nothing about non o
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David ***********
Following. I will be in the same situation next week.
Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTER@David **********
on reflection I would have cancelled prior my Non O had I known additional info … may I suggest you cancel yours prior so not to face my issue 🙄and or just don’t have a re entry permit Just a thought ! I’ll let the group know tomorrow result
David ***********
Anonymous participant Thanks. Based on other posts I've read, you should be fine, but please do let us know.
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ORIGINAL POSTER@David **********
will do !Reply to
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Tim ***********
I just did it in HCMC and I think if they give you the slip and take your money there is a good chance you are fine. I cancelled my Ed visa before doing it but when I entered BKK the IO asked me do I want to come in under the Ed visa or the DTV. I thought this was odd because I was told you CANNOT have 2 active visas...when I told him the Ed visa was cancelled he looked again and saw the cancelled stamp on it. If I were you just cancel the other one when you get back.
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Tim **********
will do thanks for replying , first on my list if when I get back on the DTVReply to
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Biff *******
Although this DTV is new, if you have a current extension of stay (rather than an actual visa) it would make sense, if your DTV is approved, to go to immigration upon your return to Thailand and cancel it.
Although having said that, it would be interesting to see what they stamp you in on at the Thai border seeing as you have an active re-entry permit.
If you’re planning on being in Thailand on the DTV for the foreseeable future then best to cancel any extensions immigration have given you.
Although having said that, it would be interesting to see what they stamp you in on at the Thai border seeing as you have an active re-entry permit.
If you’re planning on being in Thailand on the DTV for the foreseeable future then best to cancel any extensions immigration have given you.
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@Biff ******
Yes unless the expiration date of the existing visa or extension is coming up shortly. Then you can ignore it, provided of course, you enter Thailand on the DTV and not the old visa or extension.Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Biff ******
thanks yep planned to cancel it upon return to ThailandReply to
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Paul *******
Your visa has been approved.
Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Paul ******
was correct I have the visa now based on Muay Thai in CMNow just to get entry into Thailand 😜
Nong *****
Anonymous participant did they cancelled your non-o at the embassy ?
Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Nong ****
nope they have left that for me to sort on arrival into Thailand again Either at suvarnabhumi or local office … not sure myself which yet
Nong *****
Anonymous participant thank you!
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Nong ****
most welcome 🙏Reply to
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Paul ******
will update either way on Wednesday thxReply to
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Ko *****************
You would be probably approved visa on mention date.
Werner ************
I don’t believe you can have multiple valid visas at the same time, if issued it will be likely caught by immigration on arrival etc with their system or passport stamp review - one of the visas needs to be cancelled prior to, you should also have disclosed having a active visa already
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@Werner ***********
I have to appear to immigration to cancel my 1yr expiring education visa so I can get another when I re enter Thai landAnonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Werner ***********
I did disclose it to the Thai consulate here in hcm , I have seen others have DTV approved and auto cancelled existing Non O …Werner ************
Anonymous participant you made it sound like you were trying to have two visas at the same time - just say you applied for a DTV and are going to cancel your Non - O at the embassy or immigration? I believe you needed to go to immigration and cancel first and they would have provided you 7 days to obtain a new visa status
Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Werner ***********
lady told me at hcm portacabin that they cannot cancel non o outside of Thailand I did say that exactly I have no desire for 2 visas at same time and the information provided to me was that I was ok to cancel upon return after electing entry on the new DTV
Whether this all pans out is another matter ! Thx for reply and comments
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