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How early should I start my DTV visa application for moving to Thailand in July?
Jan 17, 2025
a year ago
Donetta ********
ORIGINAL POSTERHi everyone! I plan on moving in July and just wanted some feedback as to how early should I start my DTV? Is applying now too early or should I wait till like a month out?
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To apply for a DTV visa for Thailand, it's generally recommended not to submit your application more than three months before your intended entry. Many replies suggest applying around May if you plan to move in July, giving ample time to gather paperwork and account for varying processing times by different embassies. It's important to consider your nationality and the specific embassy's processing timelines as they can greatly influence when to apply.
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Henrik *****
When reading the websites of Thai Embassies, you will experience they generally recommend not to apply more than 3 month before entering Thailand, and doubg so can end in rejection.
Henrik *****
You will also learn how long the normal visa processing time is for the Embassy you want to apply at.
Donetta ********
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Cissi *********
Now is too early... When you should apply depends on your nationality (what passport you hold) AND where you plan to apply. Some nationalities have restrictions that add to the processing time and each embassy/consulate have their own estimated time to process visas.
Donetta ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Cissi ********
in apply in the USDonetta ********
ORIGINAL POSTERThank you šš¾ Yea, it would be LA for me.
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@Donetta *******
With a US passport I assume... If I were you I would apply about 2 month ahead. I've read various reports, for instance some people waiting over a month in LA, while others have gotten approved pretty quickly...You should read the information and check the processing time for the embassy/consulate that holds jurisdiction for your part of the country (Washington, New York, Chicago or Los Angeles).
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Andi ***********
I would say around May if July is your fixed date. Plenty of time to start getting paperwork in order. Where are you planning to apply? Some embassies can take a month to approve others within 5 business days.
Donetta ********
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Thank you Iām applying in the USDonetta ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Andi **********
ok sounds good! Iām excited and I just want my approval lol Just to confirm the $15,000 needs to be in you account for 3 consecutive months prior to applying, correct?Henrik *****
Depending on Embassy, so read thir website.
Bank the money gradually as soon as possibel, to avoid problems, and so it isn't obvious that the money are there for the sole purpose to apply for DTV, but follow a normal moneyflow.
And don't stop depositing excactly when reaching the 500.000 Baht target.
Bank the money gradually as soon as possibel, to avoid problems, and so it isn't obvious that the money are there for the sole purpose to apply for DTV, but follow a normal moneyflow.
And don't stop depositing excactly when reaching the 500.000 Baht target.
Donetta ********
ORIGINAL POSTERThank you this is super helpful
Andi ***********
@Donetta *******
Depends on the embassy for the 3 months of banked 500k. Laos requires that, majority of embassies do not. i do not think that is a requirement anywhere in the states. I applied in Taipei, it was not there. Final balance of 500k and 6 months of statements should be enough. Yes, i get the excitement and the wait for approval . You will be fine.Donetta ********
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OK let me check into the one in LA. Iām just nervous about having the $15,000 in there three months prior.Andi ***********
@Donetta *******
Yes, check but I think 3 months banked not needed. Someone recently approved in LA noted they had the 500k for a month or so.Reply to
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@Donetta *******
OK Depending on the location it can take 10-20 business days. You can apply earlier also if you wanted. I got my DTV last month but will move later this year. I applied before a visit in Dec.Reply to
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Richard ******
The DTV Visa is activated upon acceptance by the consulate you apply through. ļæ¼ Given the period of time for processing being on average 6 to 8 days I would be doing the application about 2-3 weeks prior to your requirement for it as to not waste a month or two of the Visa period.
Sean *******
Six weeks prior.
Will ************
About May
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