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Do I need to stay in Vietnam while applying for a DTV visa, or can I return to Thailand?
Jul 9, 2025
10 months ago
Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTERHey everyone, I'm South African currently living in thailand and my Ed visa is coming to an end.
I wanted to know if I go to Vietnam to do my DTV visa do I need to stay there until I get it back or do I need to go back to Thailand and wait until its been approved?
Also, what is the best country to go and do my DTV visa?
Thank you so much for the help!!
I wanted to know if I go to Vietnam to do my DTV visa do I need to stay there until I get it back or do I need to go back to Thailand and wait until its been approved?
Also, what is the best country to go and do my DTV visa?
Thank you so much for the help!!
TLDR : Answer Summary
The user is seeking clarification on whether they need to remain in Vietnam after applying for a DTV visa or if they can return to Thailand while waiting for approval. Community members suggest staying in Vietnam during the application process and recommend looking into experiences from others who have applied from different countries, particularly noting that some countries, like Italy, have favorable embassy practices.
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.
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Yes stay where you apply. Feel free to use the search option for country you want to apply from for latest success stories
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