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Can I travel to another country after obtaining a DTV visa without canceling it?

DTV Visa Thai Visa Rules Visa Validity Multi-Entry Visa Thailand Immigration

Feb 21, 2026

2 months ago

Anonymous *************

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If I obtain a DTV visa while in the US and then go to another country for one month, will my visa be cancelled? 

do I need to go directly to Thailand after obtaining the DTV visa?

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TLDR : Answer Summary

Once you obtain a DTV visa, you are not required to go directly to Thailand and can travel to another country without canceling your visa. The DTV visa is valid for 5 years with multiple entries, so you have a considerable period to enter Thailand.

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2 months ago

Anonymous *************

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ThaiBot what’s up?

2 months ago

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Justin ********

The dtv is a 5year visa. any more questions?

2 months ago

Luit *****************

If you mean you are approved for the visa, then the answer is you can go anywhere before going to Thailand.

During the processing of the request you should stay in the country where you apply until they decide about your request.

2 months ago

Anonymous *************

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@Luit ****************

thank you

2 months ago

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Andrew *********

If you mean after you have obtained it, no it doesnt matter.

You only need to turn up sometime in the 5 year validity period.

2 months ago

Anonymous ******************

@Andrew ********

I read that you have to go within 90 days of the issuance of the DTV?

2 months ago

Brandon ************

Anonymous participant 965 you read wrong. The visa is valid until the date on the visa

2 months ago

Anonymous ******************

Anonymous participant 965 that's incorrect. You have 5 years to enter Thailand.

2 months ago

Andrew *********

Anonymous participant 965 Ok. I maybe wrong.

2 months ago

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Elías ********

2 months ago

DTV_Be*******

Have you ever been outside your county before????

It’s a 5 year multi entry visa broken into 6 month segments

So no it won’t be cancelled since it’s MULTI ENTRY

2 months ago

Fluff *************

No.

2 months ago

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Fluff *************

What is the time limit for entering Thailand after obtaining a DTV visa?

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2 months ago

Can I enter Thailand on a DTV visa 4–5 months after it has been issued?

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