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Can I use a PDF version of my DTV on my phone instead of printing it out?

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Jul 18, 2025

9 months ago

Joe ********

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I just had the DTV approved and I see lots of people here talking about printing it, can't I just use the pdf on my phone? Anyone has issues with this?

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The conversation revolves around whether it's acceptable to use a PDF of the DTV on a phone or if one should print it out. Participants share mixed experiences; some have successfully used their PDFs without issues, while others emphasize the importance of having a physical printout for safety and compliance with immigration officers. Recommendations include printing in A-6 size and possibly laminating the document for easy storage in a passport.

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Wannikea *********

What could possibly go wrong Murphy?

9 months ago

Jeremy *********

Print A-6 size laminate stick in passport and done. Then you always have it period.

All the oh I only use my.phone ones don't think to much of the fact if they lose their phone etc. Or a place like AIS wants a copy for you to open a phone a count etc.

Better to be prepared and CYOA than be a chump and stuck.

9 months ago

Siggi *******

@Jeremy ********

ais never ask for visa, what nonsense you are posting

9 months ago

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Siggi *******

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

I use phone PDF. Three times now. No problem. I hate carrying bits of paper everywhere.

9 months ago

Toni *******

Anonymous participant 943 someone here said he had a passport size printout inside the passport, very clever

9 months ago

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Toni *******

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

Yes, I have seen posts here from people who were asked to show a printout. Please take five minutes of your time to do this, and if necessary, laminate it as many others have done.

9 months ago

Jef ********

I use a PDF on my phone now , first run I used a print out

9 months ago

John **********

What are you going to do if you can't access it on your phone, or the immigration officer asks to see the print out? Just print it out like it tells you to do and put it inside your passport

9 months ago

Siggi *******

@John *********

you don't need a print out, just picture of the qr code as they can scan it.

9 months ago

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Siggi *******

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