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Can I obtain a 5-year DTV visa by completing a 2-week Thai cooking course?
DTV VisaThai Cooking CourseVisa RequirementsVisa ExtensionsLong-Stay VisaThai ImmigrationExpat Life in Thailand
Nov 26, 2024
a year ago
Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTERHey Guys,
I am looking into doing a 2 week to 6 week Thai Cooking course to attain a DTV visa. I emailed the school and they said their students who have already taken the course have been given a 5 year visa (must leave every 180 days).
I can't help but think and feel it can't be true, doing a 2 week up to 6 week course and getting a 5 year visa is ringing some alarm bells in me.
Has anyone here done this and been successful?
I would really appreciate some insights and proof if it has worked for you.
Thank you very much
I am looking into doing a 2 week to 6 week Thai Cooking course to attain a DTV visa. I emailed the school and they said their students who have already taken the course have been given a 5 year visa (must leave every 180 days).
I can't help but think and feel it can't be true, doing a 2 week up to 6 week course and getting a 5 year visa is ringing some alarm bells in me.
Has anyone here done this and been successful?
I would really appreciate some insights and proof if it has worked for you.
Thank you very much
TLDR : Answer Summary
The discussion revolves around the possibility of securing a 5-year DTV visa by taking a short Thai cooking course (2 to 6 weeks). Some users express skepticism about this claim, noting that while some individuals have successfully acquired the visa through cooking courses, various consulates, including NYC's, impose different requirements, such as a minimum 6-month course duration. Others suggest that a longer course may increase the chances of acceptance. There are also practical insights about extending the visa upon entry and important considerations to weigh regarding embassy policies.
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Katy *******
I paid for a four week cooking course and received a DTV in Vientiane back in September. Received it, entered Thailand, exited, and will re-enter after the holidays.
Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Katy ******
did you get approved for a 5 year visa (must leave every 180 days)?Reply to
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Wannikea *********
Do not apply with a 2 week course, 3 months minimum.
Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Wannikea ********
really? The school I’m talking with said I can do a 2 week, 4 week, or 6 week course
Wannikea *********
Anonymous participant then take the 6 week course
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Jay *****
@Wannikea ********
wrong. Approved with 1 month.Wannikea *********
@Jay ****
it was a suggestion, not a factJay *****
@Wannikea ********
why suggest more than necessary?Jay *****
@Wannikea ********
well you didn't say thatReply to
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James ********
Sooooo...you are wanting to get a 5 year multiple entry DTV Visa by going to a cooking school for 2 weeks ???
This is the beginning of the end of the DTV Visa IMHO.
This is the beginning of the end of the DTV Visa IMHO.
Andi ***********
@James *******
It won't end but there will likely be a greater increase in approving applications e.g. 6mths bank statements with salary deposits, 6months course bookings, 6-month accommodation booked etc. more in line with KL./TaipeiAnonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Andi **********
do you think if these rules changed it would apply to people who already got approved ?Andi ***********
for those extending via immigration, very likely. Border bouncers, no
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Anonymous ******************
NYC consulate does not accept this course. They now require 6 months if you are going thru them.
Pete *******
That is true for the current requirements, grab it quick before they make any changes.
Wesley ********
It’s true, but some embassies may push back and say that a 6month tourist visa is sufficient.
If in doubt take a longer course.
If in doubt take a longer course.
Will ************
You can extend once on each entry for a second 180 days then you MUST leave and re enter
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