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Do DTV visa holders face challenges at Suvarnabhumi airport immigration?
Jul 16, 2025
9 months ago
David *******
ORIGINAL POSTERDo holders of DTV sail through Suvarnabhumi airport immigration? Or are they challenged on Thai language or their classes in cookery (for example )?
TLDR : Answer Summary
Holders of the DTV visa generally do not face major issues at immigration in Suvarnabhumi airport. Most posts indicate that entry is smooth, with basic questions like duration of stay or accommodation being the norm. However, experiences can vary depending on the immigration officer's mood or approach, with some humorous anecdotes suggesting challenges related to cooking skills or Thai language. While many have reported quick passage, there is a consensus that scrutiny may increase over time, especially regarding financial proofs for remote work.
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Martyn *******
Good fun
Frank *********
I had to prepare some authentic tom yum ghoong for the IO before he would stamp me through…
And recite the Sanskrit alphabet
So good luck my man… 🙏
And recite the Sanskrit alphabet
So good luck my man… 🙏
Bent *************
Depends totally on the officer in immigration
Mike ******
It usually takes me 2 minutes; I say the 2 magic words 'guerre Lao (it rhymes with where now and I am shown to the front of the shortest queue. It means 'old already.'
Radek *******
I've had immigration officer spoke to me in Thai, asking where I'm heading, after she saw my DTV visa. I was able to answer in Thai and she was happy. But it's a digital nomad visa with at least half a million baht on account, not cooking or education, so there is no reason I should speak Thai.
Robert *******
Have been on a DTV visa for about 10 months, US passport. Entered about 12 times at BKK. Most I've ever gotten is "how long are you staying" or "where are you staying." Maybe 30 second delay.
Walt ********
@Robert ******
I just got my DTV this morning so when I go throught immigration will my Visa pop up when they scan my Passport or do I present my physical DTV to them?David *******
@Walt *******
RTFI - read the instructions that tell you TO PRINT IT OUT 🫤🤨Walt ********
@David ******
I did but passing through immigration I have only been asked if I have a Visa 1 time out of 12+ time.Reply to
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Andi ***********
@Walt *******
You should present your STV so they know to give you the correct stamp of entry/departureReply to
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Ken ********
How have you got by in life
Bob **********
It should be fine but may ask for a new soft power option
Andi ***********
I sail thru all the time as i prep before landing for the usual quiz on Man Utd, Liverpool and occasionally Arsenal.
Rok ********
I was watching the person in front of me sailing through in seconds, no questions asked - on DTV visa. It took me much longer especially to check in with the airline and go through immigration at Suvarnabhumi airport on a “proper” Non-O visa: still valid and a re-entry permit. But i do believe the scrutiny will increase as we progress through the years of the new DTV visa especially the financials and proof of payments for ongoing work if remote work DTV.
Jo **********
cooking at immigration you need to get mental help?
Vince **********
Quick cooking test and you’ll be on your way
Andrew ********
Need to show confirmed One Championship booking with ringside seats
John *******
Yes, you need to cook immigration a meal
Max *************
A DTV isn't exactly an Elite visa. You won't be able to sail trough anything at the airport.
Glenn *****
@Max ************
unless you qualify for fast trackAndy ************
@Glenn ****
That applies to ANY visaReply to
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Dennis ******
I was challenged to fight a short Muay Thai match with the IO. Took an additional 20 mins and 2 days rest after they let me in.
John **********
@Dennis *****
did you deliberately throw the match 555Reply to
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Stuart *********
Most posts seem to indicate that there generally isn’t any issues entering. There have been a couple of posts where people have been questioned but eventually let through.
I guess it’s like many entry issues. If the IO is having a bad hair day you may have issues.
Look for an IO that isn’t and you should be fine.
I guess it’s like many entry issues. If the IO is having a bad hair day you may have issues.
Look for an IO that isn’t and you should be fine.
Jeremy ********
They want you to demonstrate your cooking skills of making Moo Ka Prow
😀😀😀😀🤣🤣🥲
😀😀😀😀🤣🤣🥲
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