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Does a DTV activate automatically upon entry to Thailand or can I delay switching until my Non-O extension ends?

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Nov 21, 2025

5 months ago

Toby ******

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I have another 4.5 months on my existing Non O extension, however I will be applying for a DTV in the UK next month as it’s the only time I will be in the UK before my extension lapses. 

Does my DTV automatically activate upon my next entry into Thailand or could I just hold off switching to DTV until April 26 after successfully receiving approval for a DTV in Dec 25

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The user inquires about the activation of a DTV visa upon entering Thailand and whether it can be delayed until their current Non O extension expires. Comments clarify that the DTV visa activates upon issuance, and that the user could apply for it from a neighboring country instead of returning to the UK.

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Graham ******

You don't have to go "home" to apply for a DTV, it can be done in any neighbouring country.

5 months ago

Andi ***********

The DTV is active from date of issue. If issued in Dec and you travel April, you have lost 4 months of it. London approves DTVS fairly quickly often within 7 business days. You could wait until April to apply/after your current visa ends.

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