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How can I apply for a long-term visa to study Thai language if the DTV doesn't list it as an option?
Thai Language EducationDTV VisaED VisaVisa Application ProcessThai Consulate Los AngelesLong-term Study VisaThai Language CourseSoft Power Visa
Apr 4, 2025
a year ago
Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTERAnother question about applying for a soft power DTV to study Thai language. In the Los Angeles consulate website, the only ED visa offered is for 90 days max. [members only]
But the DTV does not list Thai language-learning among the purposes.
So how are you supposed to apply for a 9- or 12-month language course?
Thanks for any ideas.
But the DTV does not list Thai language-learning among the purposes.
So how are you supposed to apply for a 9- or 12-month language course?
Thanks for any ideas.
TLDR : Answer Summary
The question discusses the challenges in applying for a long-term visa (DTV) for studying Thai language, as the Los Angeles consulate only lists a 90-day ED visa. Comments provide various perspectives, clarifying that Thai language courses traditionally fall under the ED visa category rather than DTV. Users suggest starting with a 3-month ED visa and then extending upon arrival in Thailand, while others share personal experiences and advice regarding the visa processes.
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Kylie *******
Hello everyone ,did u guys know if DTV visa no report for 90 days, when they leaving the country have penalty or something?
George *********
Got my DTV OK for Thai language...as explained many times on this site
David ********
Thai language is under ED visa not DTV. Check you facts again not sure where your finding your information.
Rob *******
@David *******
thats been disproven now, people HAVE got a dtv for Thai Language, as shown on this groupBrandon ************
@Rob ******
depends on the embassy. Some will do it and some will notRob *******
@Brandon ***********
of course, i never said every embassy accepted it did i ? i said it is possible.Brandon ************
@Rob ******
possible at some embassies. But just saying it's possible is not useful as the embassy the person is applying at might not accept it. So for them it is not possible.Reply to
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David ********
@Rob ******
Never seen that l only saw people not being approved suppose you know which embassy approved it rightDany ********
@David *******
london embassy recently approvedRob *******
@David *******
Because you haven’t seen it doesn’t mean it hasn’t happened. yes i do know what embassyDavid ********
@Rob ******
Never said it hasn't I asked what embassy. Just say which embassy then it can be searched in here Why ?? Is it a secret give accurate info not ambiguityReply to
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Amanda ************
Hi! From my understanding (I’m no expert) Thai language and massage courses are under education visa only. I don’t think that these institutions are yet switching to the DTvisa option. Probably it works better for them to stick with the ED visa. More money and more commitments from students. I did an ED visa for massage and it was no joke about the time commitment in order to keep the visa.
Muy Thai on the other hand never had a ED visa (to my knowledge).
I did soft power medical which was successful. I believe some other folks posted about soft power cooking course so maybe explore your options. Good luck!
Muy Thai on the other hand never had a ED visa (to my knowledge).
I did soft power medical which was successful. I believe some other folks posted about soft power cooking course so maybe explore your options. Good luck!
Dany ********
@Amanda ***********
muay thai had and still has ED option! certified gyms… and one guy recently got the DTV for language learning
Amanda ************
@Dany *******
maybe you could tag him (the one who applied for language and got it) or screenshot his post and add it here. Would be helpful.Reply to
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Phonemyat *******
Apply non-ed 3month first then when u arrive Thailand u can extend according to how long u study. Normally can extend 3,6, and 12 months.
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