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How can I use medical options to apply for the DTV visa in Thailand?
Anyone have used the medical option for the dtv??
Answer summary
The Dreaming Tourist Visa (DTV) can be obtained for medical reasons, but it has become more challenging in recent months. Applicants are now required to provide comprehensive medical documentation, including a long-term treatment plan from a recognized hospital. Experiences shared in the community indicate that having a treatment plan of at least 6 months or more significantly increases the chance of approval. Treatments can vary from chronic conditions to hormone therapies, and there are instances of individuals successfully applying with wellness treatment plans. Users advise utilizing the search tool on forums to find shared experiences and insights on required documentation and the application process.
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ExcitingO*********
Not hard at all. You need a longterm condition and a treatment plan. There are also some wellness facilities that will set up longterm DTV approved treatment plans using accupuncture and other types of traditional healing. You may need to do your first visit in country and then leave to complete the DTV paperwork
Ryan ********
Anyone use the VA FMP at the wounded warriors clinic in Pattaya for DTV visa?
William *******
Yes , immediately approved.
Lee-Ann *******
Yes, for menopause treatment
Syed *****************
I applied interview on 5th.
A patient of Bangkok Hospital. Cancer operated 2023
A patient of Bangkok Hospital. Cancer operated 2023
David ********
Yes I have a bad back and get treatment here
Justin ********
Yes a checkup dental + checkup medical that's it. But this was the first month dtv was available, probably not relevant now
James ********
@Justin *******
correct... not possible now.MemorablePom************
Yes I did. Was in my opinion very easy and straightforward. Just make sure you have a treatment plan that is long enough. Mine was 2 years.
IndigoG********
Yes. No problem and got it using brokerage accounts.
James ********
IndigoGrape5836 VERY FEW Thai Embassy's and Consulates will as accept brokerage account statements as PROOF of your having 500,000 Thai baht or more in a bank account in your name only.
IndigoG********
@James *******
True. But i sent a pile of medical reciepts and a letter from Bangkok Hospital and my 1 million CIGNA policy and told them if it was not approved I would have to take my medical care to Phillipines. Approved in 24 hours.
GiftedPa********
Is orthodontic dental treatment also considered medical treatment for visa purposes?
ExcitingO*********
GiftedPapaya7858 yes
MemorablePom************
GiftedPapaya7858 Yes it can be any medical treatment, even cosmetic, but you need a long enough treatment plan supplied by your clinic.
GiftedPa********
MemorablePomegranate4083 long enough, like 6 months minimum?
Anonymous ******************
I did , with hormonal replacement therapy , testosterone injections. Had very low levels measured and provided 4x required financial amount and got a medical procedure plan for a year signed and stamped by hospital
Anonymous ******************
I did it.
Alex *********
Анонимный участник 229
James ********
Anonymous participant 229 when did you get it? For what medical reasons? With a doctor and hospital plan for your care ?
Anonymous ******************
@James *******
I did it at the end of August 2024 by walk in. My medical ground is chronic diabetes. Bangkok Hospital gave me appointment and visa request letter. My wife (as dependent) and I applied at consulate Penang.MemorablePom************
@James *******
I got mine in August last year. Was very easy and straightforward. I think most people that try just don’t have a long enough treatment plan. Mine was 2 years.James ********
Anonymous participant 229 and in 2024 that was right after the DTV visa was approved and available.
Nowadays it's more difficult to obtain the DTV visa for medical reasons.
Nowadays it's more difficult to obtain the DTV visa for medical reasons.
Robert *******
Yes, my friend has regular headaches.
She showed a prescription of paracetamol and can now stay, life and work 6 years in Thailand.
She showed a prescription of paracetamol and can now stay, life and work 6 years in Thailand.
Hǝınz ***********
@Robert ******
You sound overworked more and more often …
Urs ********
@Robert ******
and after 6 years she can extend the visa for another 6 years.Robert *******
@Urs *******
NO. Then apply for a new visa based on an ingrown toenail.Urs ********
@Robert ******
oh right, then you can apply for the DTV for medical purposes. I got it.
Andrew ********
@Robert ******
work? On a DTV ? Remote ?Robert *******
@Andrew *******
Yep, the Dreaming Tourist Visa allows all.Andrew ********
@Robert ******
yes I was asking if they were remote working DTVJames ********
@Robert ******
wishing your friend less pain and suffering with the 5 year DTV visa in Thailand and doctor paracetamol prescribed. 👌James ********
Difficult to get but suggest you use the search 🔎 tool top of the forum page
ENTER... Medical
CLICK on it and all posts about getting the DTV visa using medical reasons will Pop Up to read.
Note that in recent months it's More difficult to get the DTV visa for medical reasons as Thai Embassy or Consulate are wanting to see documents supporting the medical DTV from the doctor and hospital outlining the treatment plan for you. Covering diagnosis and plan for your care over time periods of 6 months or MORE.
ENTER... Medical
CLICK on it and all posts about getting the DTV visa using medical reasons will Pop Up to read.
Note that in recent months it's More difficult to get the DTV visa for medical reasons as Thai Embassy or Consulate are wanting to see documents supporting the medical DTV from the doctor and hospital outlining the treatment plan for you. Covering diagnosis and plan for your care over time periods of 6 months or MORE.
Andi ***********
Many such applicants have posted their experience in the threads.
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