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Does enrolling in a short cooking course in Australia qualify for a 5-year DTV visa?

Roger *******
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Hi. I'm looking at getting my DTV in Australia. if I just do a short cooking course does that grant the full 5 years? the other thing I was looking at was the 5 year Thai fruits and herbs lectures. any suggestions?
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The inquiry discusses the possibility of obtaining a 5-year DTV (Education Visa) in Australia through a short cooking course. Responses clarify that a short course does not meet the requirements for a DTV, which generally necessitates enrollment in a program lasting at least 6 months. Suggestions include exploring longer cooking courses, specifically recommending Arun Thai Cooking, and potential courses related to Thai herbs and fruits. Some commenters mention recent successes with other programs while noting the importance of directly contacting relevant schools for the latest information.
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Panphailin *********
Panphailin *********
Incase you are interesting to learn Lanna Northern Thai dishes and having plan to stay in Chiang Mai.

Our cooking school offer the cooking course (DTV eligible) for 1 year course and 2 years course.

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Victoria **************
Victoria **************
3 month Mai Karon Muay Thai course 🙏
Flying*******
Flying*******
I got the visa through the Sydney consulate, with discover Thai Nature seminars in January. So far they’ve enrolled over 100 people, who applied through various embassies.
Henrik *****
Henrik *****
Use the search, and get the detailed answers, that has been written numerous times.
Greg ********
Greg ********
Talk to the Plants and Herbs people on Whats-App. They are very responsive and will tell you where recent applicants have been successful. As for shorter courses there are currently no issues doing those and re-entering without further booked courses.
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous ******************
Highly recommend
@Arun **************
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Lorraine ********
Lorraine ********
I will be going for the same in a year if it’s still about and have seen those same courses and people being granted the visa.
John **********
John **********
A short cooking course won't get you a DTV, you need to sign up for at least 6 months, preferably a bit longer. The other option you mention seems a bit hit or miss

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