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Can I travel around Thailand while enrolled in a 6-month boxing class in Chiang Mai for a DTV visa?

Chiang Mai Boxing DTV 6 Months Lessons Visa Rules Immigration Regulations Language Contract Visa Renewal

Oct 13, 2025

7 months ago

TheAmerican ***********

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1. If I sign up for boxing in Chiang Mai for DTV 6 months lessons, do I have to stay in Chiang Mai or can I move around Thailand a bit for exploring? Also do I need to have a new contract for language or boxing every 6 months to renew at 180 days?

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You can freely explore Thailand while enrolled in DTV boxing lessons in Chiang Mai. However, to renew your stay every 180 days, you must present a new contract, although it's not required to show this contract upon re-entry after a border visit. The immigration officer may request proof of activity.

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Wisam **********

May i ask where did you get the dtv 6 months and how much did it cost you

7 months ago

Andi ***********

You are free to explore Thailand as you wish. To renew your stay at immigration you need to present a new contract. There is no requirement to voluntarily show a contract upon arrival from a border hop. The airport IO can ask to see evidence of activity though

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