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Can I use a 5-day hotel booking for my visa application and is a selfie acceptable for the photo requirement?
Jan 18, 2026
3 months ago
Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTERhello in the application for the dtv is it ok to put 5 days hotel as an accomodation as i only want to book longterm appartmemt when i see it and am actually in the country? (soft power cooking)
second questions is selfie ok or does it need to be biometric passpprt picture as a scan?
thank you
second questions is selfie ok or does it need to be biometric passpprt picture as a scan?
thank you
TLDR : Answer Summary
The applicant inquired about the acceptability of using a 5-day hotel booking for their DTV visa application, expressing intention to secure long-term accommodation upon arrival. Responses clarified that a short hotel booking is permissible and suggested considering a refundable option for more flexibility. Additionally, there was a question regarding whether a selfie could suffice as an application photo; it was advised that a standard passport photo format is recommended.
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Anonymous ******************
Yes 5 days is completely fine
Wannikea *********
A booking for 5 days or a week should be fine.
You will upload the biodata passport page plus another photo for the actual visa which should kind of conform to the specifications of a standard passport photo
You will upload the biodata passport page plus another photo for the actual visa which should kind of conform to the specifications of a standard passport photo
Tapan ********
Why not just book a refundable accomodation for 2-4 weeks and avoid raising doubts.
And I'm sorry, I didn't understand the context of the second part of your question.
And I'm sorry, I didn't understand the context of the second part of your question.
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