Do I need to cancel my guardian and education visas before applying for a DTV in Thailand?

DTV Visa Education Visa Guardian Visa Visa Cancellation Visa Application Process

Oct 1, 2024

3 months ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

My young children and I are currently on a guardian and education visa. Do we need to cancel them BEFORE applying for a dtv or can we do that after the dtv is approved. I really don't want to cancel and then apply for the ED again if my dtv gets rejected.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user inquires about the necessity of canceling their current guardian and education visas before applying for a DTV (Digital Nomad Visa) in Thailand. The comments suggest that it may vary by consulate and highlight differing experiences regarding the need to cancel visas prior to new applications. Concerns about potential reapplication if the DTV is rejected are also raised.

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Kevin ********

Might depend on the Consolate. If you call Vancouver, they will tell you that they will cancel your current (retirement) visa if/when they approve the DTV.

3 months ago

James *******

Yes cancel the Ed and apply outside Thailand.

3 months ago

Kristen **********

@James ******

where can i cancel ed visa please??

3 months ago

James *******

@Kristen *********

get a letter from school etc and go to immigration.

3 months ago

Kristen **********

@James ******

I am now in bangkok i need to go to immigration in bangkok or outside. i m going to hanoi next week

3 months ago

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Kristen **********

John **********

Theoretically you should cancel them all. I have seen posts from people on an ED visa who successfully obtained a DTV, but whether that will also apply to the guardian visa I've no idea. Out of interest, what is your plan for the kids education if they are getting the DTV?

3 months ago

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

ORIGINAL POSTER

My kids go to an international school and they've said the kids can still attend school on a dtv. We only plan to be in Thailand for another 3 to 4 years so the DTV seems to be the cheapest and most convenient visa over the next few years. The thought of renewing, re-entry permit etc seems exhausting.

3 months ago

마리오 ***

@John *********

visa status of the kids is functionally immaterial if they are going to an international school (or homeschooled) and their parent(s) have their own (non-guardian) visa.

3 months ago

John **********

@마리오 **

parents won't get a guardian visa if the kids are being home schooled as they won't have an ED visa. I don't know the situation with attending a school without an ED visa which is why I asked

3 months ago

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John **********

Can I switch my guardian visa to a DTV in Thailand?

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Do I need to cancel my work permit before applying for a DTV visa in Thailand?

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3 months ago

How can I transition from a non-ED visa to a DTV in Thailand after cancellation?

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