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Can you travel to Thailand while waiting for DTV approval from the UK?

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Aug 25, 2025

20 hours ago

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

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Can you go to Thailand while waiting for DTV approval?

I will apply in the UK before hand. 

Thank you.

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Traveling to Thailand while waiting for DTV approval from the UK is not allowed. Multiple community members confirmed that attempting to enter Thailand during this waiting period can lead to visa application cancellations and potential loss of fees.

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

Nope and someone from the UK was just called out for doing this

20 hours ago

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

Someone very recently tried to go to Thailand while waiting for approval, and had also applied from the UK. He was caught and told that he had to return to the UK or risk losing his visa application. You shouldn't try it either.

20 hours ago

Phirom *******

No. Your visa application will be cancelled.

20 hours ago

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

No. And if caught, your application will be denied and fees lost.

20 hours ago

Peter ********

No, try the search function in the group.

20 hours ago

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

No. You need to stay in the country of application until approved

20 hours ago

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