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Do I need to specify a date of first entry for my DTV visa, and can I leave Thailand for six months after a short stay?
Oct 18, 2025
2 months ago
Hydra *******
ORIGINAL POSTERTLDR : Answer Summary
Once you obtain your DTV (Digital Tourist Visa), you will need to specify a date of first entry on the application. However, this date is not strictly binding; you can enter Thailand at any time within the five-year validity of the visa, even years later. Additionally, after entering Thailand, you can stay for a maximum of 180 days before leaving, and there's no restriction on returning after a period of absence, such as six months.
DTV VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
- Take the basic DTV Qualification Test to see if you're eligible for the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV).
- For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
- Explore recent discussions by using the DTV Visa tag in the search box at the top of the page.
- Join the Thai Visa Advice Facebook Group to ask your questions, and get advice from others.
