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Can I sponsor my elderly mother as a dependent on my DTV Visa in Thailand?

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Sep 24, 2025

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Jac ************************

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Hi Members,

I have A DTV Visa. I intend to stay in Thailand approx 123 days.

I have an elderly mother who is 80 years old and relies on me as her carer. 

I understand the spouse Visa is for a wife and Children under 20.

1 - Will they make any exception to allow me to sponsor a Elderly dependant parent if paperwork (Medical - birth certificate etc) is provided to show the dependancy.

2 - If this is not possible, and we apply for her own Soft Power DTV Visa, can anyone recommend a Thai cooking class Close to Pattaya who we can book with,  Ideally a company that can provide the relevant paperwork for the Visa Application.

Any help would be appreciated, I just want to decide which is the best route to go down.

Many thanks 

Jac

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The user inquires about the possibility of sponsoring their elderly mother as a dependent under their DTV Visa, highlighting the mother's dependency on them due to her age. They seek advice on exceptions to the current visa rules which typically allow sponsorship only for spouses and children under 20. Additionally, they ask for recommendations for Thai cooking classes near Pattaya that would assist in obtaining a Soft Power DTV Visa for the mother, as they consider their options for her stay in Thailand.

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Jac ************************

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as mentioned in the post we are there for approx 123 days a year

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Graham ******

Why do you want a DTV for her which would require her to leave every 180 days to re-enter with a new stamp?

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David **********

I think your best option would be soft power under medical care.

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