Do DTV visa holders need an ETA to enter Thailand?

@Stephan **********

yes, correct. Except for those who hold a valid visa. Many countries have similar rules.

@Stephan **********

It was meant to pilot in December for Aussies I think them fully implemented next year. It has been delayed due to IT issues. I was in IT for 23 years in corporate and a Project Manager for longer. This all sounds very familiar lol

@Greg *******

One report stated there was a problem with bringing the banks into it as the idea is to coincide the ETA with the 300 baht tourism tax. So yes I think it's an IT issue which will be resolved next year

@Andy ***********

If it was linking with other IT systems and a change of scope it really does increase the complexity of the project manifold. Stakeholders think they are adding in simple change requests and if the HIPPO wants it the HIPPO gets it

@Greg *******

Yes. I don't know if it's only one bank involved in the 300 baht levy and whether they tender for this, but no doubt the bank will want a cut of the 300, so this will have to be built into the system. The UK also has a similar set up now

@Stephan **********

Visa-exempt here means people entering as tourists, only with the passport (the people who can enter and stay days without any visa). If you've got a student visa, or a marriage one, or even the DTV, you won't need the ETA. Also, unlike the other countries already using it, Thailand is planning, reportedly, to require one ETA for each entry, instead of an approval valid for 1-3 years at once.

@Elías *******

Um... what did I say that makes you feel you need to explain something to me that I am well aware of...?

@Stephan **********

sorry, FB automatically tagged the writer (you). My explanation was intended to the anonymous, the person who asked the first question.