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Can I transition from a Thai language education visa to a DTV visa without leaving Thailand?
Can I get a DTV visa after being on Thai language education visa for 2 years? If so, would I have to leave the country etc to apply?
Answer summary
The discussion centers around the possibility of switching from a Thai language education visa to a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV). It is widely suggested that applicants must leave Thailand to apply for a DTV, as applications cannot be processed while in the country. Those looking to apply should cancel their existing visa, leave Thailand (typically to a neighboring country like Laos), and then apply for the DTV from there. Additionally, there are concerns regarding the complexity of the application and potential issues related to an applicant's past visa history.
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Nattha *****
yes...you have to leave the country
Cui ******
I went through the same thing as you, but got rejected. I'll try applying for an ED visa again later.I personally suggest you get an agent to help you apply
James ********
Cui ******
@James *******
Chinese people are the main target of Thai customs, especially since I have an ED visa on my passport. Even if I'm not a criminal, I still have to pay the "pass-through fee" just like criminals do every time.This is a matter for the national government and the people - individuals can't change itCui ******
James ********
@Cui *****
Ask themCui ******
@James *******
😆😆I don't know, but I saw some recommendations in the groupJames ********
@Cui *****
has that gym had any others obtain the DTV visa for training in their gym ?Cui ******
@James *******
12-month training program, 2 times a week.The boxing gym is located in Pattaya 360evoJames ********
@Cui *****
what pass thru fee are you talking about? Safe Entry fee?How many months of Muay Thai training did you submit to the Hanoi Thai Embassy?
Where was the Muay Thai training gym located?
Where are you living in Thailand? Pattaya
Efficien*********
OP@Cui *****
you wouldn’t apply for the Dtv again?Cui ******
EfficientSeal5007 Yes, I'm planning to go through an agency to get a language visa 😅😅😅That's too much trouble.I'd recommend you apply in Laos, anywhere that has interviews.
James ********
@Cui *****
there is no Thai language DTV visa...
Elías ********
Nobody can apply for a DTV from without Thailand, so yes, you must leave.
James ********
@Elías *******
correct ✅
Irfy****
You have to cancel your ED visa. Even if it has expired.
Then leave the country ie go to Laos. And you can apply for DTV from there.
Then leave the country ie go to Laos. And you can apply for DTV from there.
Robert *******
Depends on the purpose of dtv
Efficien*********
OP@Robert ******
to have 5 year visaRobert *******
EfficientSeal5007 WOW. and did you do some research or only the 5 year visa.
James ********
EfficientSeal5007 prior Thai Immigration history is not held against you.
Robert *******
EfficientSeal5007 Your choice, but it is again 5 years of not working.
Some people might think how is he supporting all that, where is the money coming from.
Some people might think how is he supporting all that, where is the money coming from.
Efficien*********
OP@Robert ******
I would be choosing soft power, does that make a difference to likelihood of receiving Dtv with my visa history ? ThankyouEfficien*********
OP@Robert ******
sorry I don’t understand. I’m aware the Dtv is for digital nomads and there are ‘soft options’ that take the route of Muay Thai or cooking classes. You leave the country every 6 months and re enter. You have to give proof of 500k in bank statements stable usually for 3 months. Is there anything I’m missing? Please share
Anonymous ******************
You can not physically be in Thailand at the time of DTV application
Paul *******
Definitely can’t apply in Thailand
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