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Can I specify a future start date when applying for a DTV visa for Thailand?
Mar 24, 2026
a month ago
Simon *********
ORIGINAL POSTERExcuse me if this has been asked before, I'm unable to find anything. When applying for a DTV can you specify a date in the future you wish it to start or is it activated when you arrive in Thailand.
Can I apply now, Feb to arrive in Thailand in October?
TIA
Can I apply now, Feb to arrive in Thailand in October?
TIA
TLDR : Answer Summary
When applying for a DTV visa for Thailand, it is generally valid from the date of issuance, and applications may not be processed if your intended arrival is over three months in the future. It is advisable to consult a travel agent for more specific guidance.
DTV VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
- Take the basic DTV Qualification Test to see if you're eligible for the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV).
- For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
- Explore recent discussions by using the DTV Visa tag in the search box at the top of the page.
- Join the Thai Visa Advice Facebook Group to ask your questions, and get advice from others.
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Go to z travel agent and ask them
John **********
The DTV is valid from the day it is issued, but they are unlikely to process it if your arrival is 3 months or more in the future
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