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Can you travel to Thailand while waiting for DTV approval from the UK?
Can you go to Thailand while waiting for DTV approval?
I will apply in the UK before hand.
Thank you.
I will apply in the UK before hand.
Thank you.
Answer summary
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
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.
Phirom *******
No. Your visa application will be cancelled.
Anonymous ******************
No. And if caught, your application will be denied and fees lost.
Peter ********
No, try the search function in the group.
Anonymous ******************
No. You need to stay in the country of application until approved
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