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Can I stay in Thailand for 5 years with a DTV visa by only taking a 6-month Muay Thai class?
Is it possible to stay 5 years using only 6 months muay thai class? dtv visa expires 5 years. I have to go immigration to extend staying every 180 days. but, If I go other country every 180days, I think I don't need to take more class and to go to immigration. Is it possible?
Answer summary
Yes, it is possible to stay in Thailand for 5 years using only 6 months of Muay Thai classes with a DTV visa. The current process allows you to leave Thailand every 180 days and return for another 180-day stay without needing to go through immigration for an extension, as long as you avoid seeking an extension through immigration authorities.
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Anonymous ******************
Thats what im doing currently, seemed pointless jumping through all the hoops for the work dtv when its the same stamp
A. ************
If you decide to do an extension rather than a border run, that's when you might run into an issue with needing more classes. As I understand it, immigration basically makes you reapply.
Benjamin *********
Yes
Sean *******
Working for me so far.
Anonymous ******************
Yes
John **********
As things stand that's exactly correct, just avoid going to immigration for an extension
Pete *******
Of course it’s possible. That is how it currently works. Exit and return for another 180 day stay. Repeat Ad Nauseam.
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