How can I successfully apply for a Thailand DTV visa through the London Embassy?

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London Embassy: Soft Power - Muay Thai
Approved! Thanks to Tiger Eye (Tiger Eye Martial Arts)

Timeline:
* 10 July: Application submitted
* 13 July: Additional documents requested
* 14 July: Documents uploaded
* 15 July: This is where things got interesting. The embassy advised that my “activity” did not meet the Soft Power requirements.

The gym I originally applied through had helped many previous applicants obtain the DTV. It turned out they no longer held a valid Muay Thai licence, and were not registered with the relevant boxing authority.
   Over the next few days, the embassy requested further documents. It became clear that the gym could not provide to me what was required, so I realised I needed to change providers.

The important point is that my application was never cancelled. I was able to change gyms part-way through the application process, without having to submit a whole new application, or pay another embassy fee.

Tiger Eye Bangkok
* 23 July: Contacted them and paid - They were incredible and had all of my documents ready that evening.
* 24 July: Uploaded the new documents to the Thai Visa portal. 
* My application changed to "Pending Approval" later that day.
* 26 July: Approved!

I honestly can't thank the team at Tiger Eye enough. Bashir (Bashir Ahmad) was incredibly responsive on WhatsApp, answered every question I had, and made sure I had everything the embassy required.

My advice is to do your research before choosing a gym. In my case, the embassy had already accepted my flight itinerary and bank statements, so it was clear the only issue was with my Soft Power provider, and not my finances.
   Hopefully this helps anyone who finds themselves in the same situation.

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The post details the author's experience applying for a DTV visa through the London Embassy, highlighting a change in gym providers during the application process due to issues with the initial gym's license. The author successfully transitioned to a new gym (Tiger Eye) and had their application approved without needing to submit a new application or pay extra fees. The post emphasizes the importance of selecting the right gym and provides insights into the timeline and documentation involved in the visa application process.

James ******** · Answer

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James ******** · Answer

Thank You for your helpful report 👍

Congratulations 👏👏👏

PRINT OUT THE EMAIL THAT HAS YOUR DTV VISA.

That's what you should do... print it out.

You may have to show PROOF of your DTV Visa to airline staff on check-in for your flight ✈️ to Thailand...even to the connecting airline staff. Or to the land border crossing entry Thai Immigration Officer.

Upon arrival into Thailand, show the DTV visa to the Thai Immigration Officer and look at the STAMP placed in your passport to be sure you are STAMPED in for 180 days.

James ******** · Answer

How MANY MONTHS of the Muay Thai training did you sign up for?

Tafai ************* · Answer

[mention redacted] some light reading for you that may assist in case you encounter something similar during your DTV application process

Dave ******** · Answer

That's amazing, I've never heard of being able to change gyms halfway through your application. London embassy people must be really nice. Congrats!

Poppy ******* · Answer

Did they ask to see how you would fund yourself? I just had my softpower approved through London. Had to provide details about my on going salary.

Now just waiting on 3 dependent DTV applications 😬😬😬

Kerry ******* · Answer

Thanks. I'm also applying through London in the next few weeks.

Resa **** · Answer

Hi! Congrats on your visa. Would like to ask what specific docs did they ask you for from your muaythai gym?

How can I successfully apply for a Thailand DTV visa through the London Embassy?

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