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Do I need to cancel my current visa (visa O) before applying for a DTV?

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Does anyone know if you have to cancel your current visa (visa O) before applying for DTV ?
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When transitioning from a Non-Immigrant O visa to a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand, it is generally advisable to ensure that you do not hold two active visas simultaneously. It is possible that your current visa will be automatically deactivated upon entry into Thailand under the new visa, especially in the absence of a re-entry permit. However, to avoid complications, it is recommended to formally cancel your existing visa or confirm with Thai immigration regarding your visa status prior to applying for the DTV. In some cases, allowing the Non-O visa to expire may suffice, given its typically short duration.
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Steve ********
Steve ********
A non-O visa is only 90 days. Just let it expire. No need to cancel
Chris ******
Chris ******
When transitioning from a Non-Immigrant O visa to DTV, you effectively need to ensure that you're not holding two active visas simultaneously, which means you might need to cancel or let your current visa expire before applying for the DTV. Some experiences suggest that entering Thailand on the new visa could automatically cancel or deactivate the previous one, especially if no re-entry permit is attached to the old visa. However, for clarity and to avoid any administrative hiccups, it's recommended to either formally cancel your existing visa or confirm with Thai immigration or an embassy that your visa status is clear before proceeding with the DTV application. Remember, consulting with a legal expert is advisable for personalized advice. 🙏
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@Chris *****
sounds like an answer straight from ChatGPT, but also sounds good
James ********
James ********
@Bob ******
yep 👍 AI generated. Simply as others said... leave Thailand WITHOUT a re-entry permit CANCELS the Non O Thai Visa you hold.
Wannikea *********
Wannikea *********
If you don't have a reentry permit it will be cancelled the moment you stamp out of the country.

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