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How can I expedite my family's DTV visa application at the Thai Consulate in Ho Chi Minh City?

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May 23, 2025

22 days ago

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Hi everyone, I’d truly appreciate the group’s help.

I submitted DTV applications for my wife and kids (as dependents) at the Thai Consulate in Ho Chi Minh City 21 days ago (I already hold a DTV visa as a remote worker).

After 5 days, their applications changed to “Pending Approval”, and they’ve been stuck there for more than 2 weeks.

I’ve tried calling the consulate (no answer) and sent emails (no reply).

Does anyone know how to expedite this process? Or can anyone recommend an agent who has a direct line to the consulate?

Thanks so much in advance!

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TLDR : Answer Summary

A user is seeking assistance after their family's DTV visa applications, submitted 21 days ago at the Thai Consulate in Ho Chi Minh City, have been stuck in 'Pending Approval' status for over 2 weeks. Attempts to contact the consulate by phone and email have been unsuccessful, leading them to ask the community for advice on expediting the process or finding an agent with connections to the consulate.

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

I am in a similar situation. I’ve extended our stay in Vietnam 3 times now.

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

You are not alone, hcmc had probably become slowest place to get dtv in SEA in last month

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John *******

How much time does your wife and kids have left on their Vietnam visas?

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they have time. 2 more months

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

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Anonymous participant we have the 3 months visa, but we planned to be here for only 5-7 working days 😉

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James ********

Anonymous participant be patient and stay in Vietnam until the decision is known.

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John *******

Anonymous participant wow, that is a long Vietnam visa. That is good then. Most only have 30 days

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