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Has anyone heard of DTV visa application failures?
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Aug 4, 2024
2 years ago
Han *****
ORIGINAL POSTERWe hear many success stories about DTV applications being accepted within a few days. But what about failure stories? Has anyone been denied yet? 😄
TLDR : Answer Summary
The discussion focuses on the experiences of individuals applying for the DTV (Digital Nomad Visa) in Thailand, highlighting the contrast between success and potential failure stories. While many report quick approvals, there are concerns about the need for thorough documentation and eligibility. Some users mention the rarity of outright denials, often suggesting that applicants are usually requested to provide additional documents before any rejection occurs. Additionally, the conversation touches on translation requirements for documents, the need for 90-day check-ins for DTV holders, and queries regarding transitioning from retirement visas to the DTV. Overall, the sentiment leans towards a generally positive outlook on the application process, with an emphasis on preparedness.
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David ********
What happens if you have had a retirement visa for 12 years and want to get a DTV? You have been retired long time
Alexander ****
Back to work. Lol. and dont worry. anyone can be a freelance photographer or crypto trader.
Andy *******
@David *******
the DTV requires you to have a remote job or be part of a course in Thailand. Is the DTV better than a retirement visa?David ********
@Andy ******
Well you get to spend the money Bt 500,000 if you like when you arrive in Thailand after you pay Bt10,000 to get the visa, you can renew your visa in Thailand after 6 months of that first year and the other 4 years is the same. As far as I can see you really have to be able to prove you're going to Thailand for a reason. Being a self-employed digital nomad seems to be already a popular reason, many posts on this site and other seems to be acceptable. but This is Thailand TIT.Audrey *******
@Andy ******
or freelancer is ok too and thé Dtv is longer with multiple entryReply to
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Han *****
ORIGINAL POSTEROfcourse its super easy to get DTV for big countries. My intention was hearing from the people applied from shitty countries as mine.
Andi ***********
@Batuh ***
which country are you from?Reply to
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Pitch ******
Has anyone successfully applied for the soft power with sports training, other than Muay Thai ? Thank you 🙂 and all the best to everyone!
Pitch ******
Update :soft power doesn't work in KL. They actually seem to have no clue about the DTV... and also ask for a local bank account for proof of 💰. Also, they give you an appointment 1 week later for additional documents... so the processing time can be very long... better trying somewhere else 🙂
Good luck everybody 💪
Good luck everybody 💪
Shaughn ***********
@Pitch *****
I would like to know the answer to this one too. When ever I come over I always sign up for 6 month membership at Fitness First and spend a lot of my time therePitch ******
@Shaughn **********
still waiting for the embassy reply... if they reply 🙃Vania *********
@Pitch *****
keep us updated 🙏Reply to
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Matthew ********
Has anyone had success with the soft power category for a course? And how long was the course please?
Andi ***********
@Matthew *******
Someone was approved via the London Embassy with a month Muay Thai course.Reply to
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Jo **********
out here in the perimeter there are no failures we is stoned immaculate
Oliver **********
@Jo *********
come on baby stamp my passportReply to
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Graham *******
The DTV appears very laks, I think they will tighten the requirements when DTV holders start disappearing, same with the 30 day on arrival from certain countries. Question, do DTV holder need to do 90 day reports?
Radost **************************
@Graham ******
of courseReply to
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Audrey *******
I was wondering if we must translate thé documents provided. If in French for instance but i have Heard that even if applying on evisa site for thé Dtv it goes automatically to your ambassy so no need to translate officially. Can someone confirm ?
Jo **********
@Audrey ******
needs to be translatedAudrey *******
@Jo *********
you are sure if that ?Reply to
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Uchiha ***********
@Audrey ******
i think if you're applying from ur country its ok, i also have a french bank statement ill see what they would say about itAudrey *******
@Uchiha **********
yes i intended to try from here with French docs....Andi ***********
@Audrey ******
it needs to be in officially translated into English.Reply to
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Andy *******
Got it in 4 days from London embassy, very happy with it
Farzad *******
in person?
Stefan **********
@Andy ******
Andy can you give me more info about what you uploaded please mate, I’m gonna be returning home to the uk soon to see family and to apply for the DTV visaAndi ***********
@Andy ******
did you apply for the remote work option?Reply to
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Frank-Steven ***********
It is really not often they reject a visa. In most cases, when in doubt, they just request additional / different documents and don’t just reject an application.
Michael *******
@Frank-Steven **********
.. thank you for a straight forward answer to a straight forward questionReply to
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Alexander ****
If they need more docs and you can’t provide it can you just cancel it rather than them rejecting it?
Frank-Steven ***********
@Alexander ***
No. There is no canceling / refunds.Alexander ****
Are tou sure it’s a rejection if docs are incomplete ?
Thaimer ******
@Alexander ***
they take your money non refundable. If you have or don’t have documents they don’t give a F. Once you pay there’s no money backReply to
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Saraetta **************
Applied from LA and it's taken two weeks for an update. They needed one document verified, now we'll wait to see how long it takes from here. From what I hear they are helpful and want to help people get the visa, as long as they're eligible.
Todd ************
@Saraetta *************
Same for me, 2 weeks and they wanted a business portfolio even though I sent my tax return, Im a business owner. Got approved 24 hours laterYoni ****
@Saraetta *************
which document?Saraetta **************
@Yoni ***
A bank statement wasn't enough, they wanted a tax return as well.Chris *****
@Saraetta *************
Hey! I just got asked for a tax return, company registration and US visa after 18 days of processing. I search the group and found your comment :) Can you please let me know how long it took for approval after sending the additional docs?
Saraetta **************
@Chris ****
It took one week for my husband's visa and two more weeks for the kids'.Reply to
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John ********
@Saraetta *************
what do you mean by ‘verified’? What document if you don’t mind sharingReply to
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Jim ********
I mean if you aren’t eligible then you shouldn’t be applying I guess. There’s probably people that have chanced applying with half when they probably don’t have the correct evidence or something but if you have everything in order then I don’t see a reason to be denied the visa 🤷♂️
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