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Do I need to translate and certify my documents for a DTV visa application from Ho Chi Minh?

DTV Visa Document Translation Thai Visa Requirements Employment Contract Visa Application Process

Jul 27, 2025

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Isabelle ********

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If I apply for the DTV visa from Ho Chi Minh, 

do the documents, such as the employment contract, have to be translated and certified into English or Thai, or is just a translation sufficient? Or none of the above? 

The documents are all in German.

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When applying for the DTV visa from Ho Chi Minh with documents in German, it appears that translations are required, with English translations being acceptable. Some applicants have mentioned that self-translated copies have been accepted for approvals as well.

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Zou ********

I applied in HCM and I had my documents translated to English.

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Lee *****

how did you translate them?

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Isabelle ********

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thank you 🤗

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Self translated copies have been accepted for approvals..English/Thai.

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thank you!

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