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How can I apply for a dependent visa for Thailand from a nearby country?

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Apr 9, 2026

22 days ago

MysticalCa**********

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Hi everyone! I’d like some advice about applying for a dependent visa from countries near Thailand.

My partner has a DTV visa, which he applied for from our home country and got approved. Now we would like to apply for me as a dependent. I’m currently in Thailand, and instead of going back to my home country, I’m considering applying from a nearby country like Vietnam, Indonesia, or Malaysia, as it would be more affordable.

Has anyone here applied as a dependent from a different country than the main applicant? Or do you know any similar cases? I’d really appreciate if you could share your experience, whether it went smoothly, and which documents were required for the dependent application.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

A user is seeking advice on applying for a dependent visa in Thailand from a nearby country, as their partner holds a DTV visa. They are currently in Thailand and are contemplating applying from Vietnam, Indonesia, or Malaysia instead of returning to their home country. Community members share tips, including required documents like a DTV copy, marriage certificate (if applicable), and bank account statement. Concerns about specific countries for applications are also raised.

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Michael ********

Avoid Malaysia too

21 days ago

Anonymous ******************

Avoid Hanoi at all costs!

22 days ago

Dca *****

22 days ago

John **********

You say partner, unless you are legally married you can't apply as a dependant as you have to show your marriage certificate as part of the application process

22 days ago

Robert *******

Your passport, a picture not older than 6 months and answer these questions.

Yep I took me lot of time and effort to open the website, so be patient and do not book a return flight for the next day.

22 days ago

DTV_Be*******

A copy of their DTV. Your marriage certificate, your bank account showing 500,000 baht and the application fee

22 days ago

Carrie ****

Are you guys married?

22 days ago

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Carrie ****

Can I and my husband apply for a DTV visa and a dependent visa at the same time for our stay in Thailand?

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