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How easy is it to get a DTV visa from Vientiane, Laos?
DTV Approved in Vientiane, Laos - so easy
Just got my DTV in 4 days from Laos. So easy. Any questions let me know.
Just got my DTV in 4 days from Laos. So easy. Any questions let me know.
Answer summary
This discussion provides insights into the application process for a DTV visa in Vientiane, Laos, describing an applicant's experience of securing approval within four days. Key advice includes ensuring proper documentation like bank statements, business licenses, and a printed approval email. It's important to be prepared for possible requirements at the embassy, such as proof of funds. The conversation highlights practical tips for expats, including the necessity of cash payment for the visa fee at the embassy and potential checks for fund verification.
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John *********
Don't forget to laminate your approval size A1 😉
Positive*********
OP@John ********
done already broPositive*********
OPWork is much easier than soft power if you have a legit business. Like all documents, licenses, tax returns, etc.
James ********
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.
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.
Positive*********
OP@James *******
thanks James. Much appreciated!
GM *********
what did you apply for/as?
Positive*********
OP@James *******
@GM ********
1. Applied on 18 Jan (Sunday)2. Went on 19 Jan (Monday) and got my proof of payment paper printed from the men accords the embassy
3. 20 Jan (Tuesday - my stays changed from document check to pending approval)
4. 23 Jan (Friday) got an email saying approved.
I do have to say I had everything lined up perfectly on my application. My business license from IRS showing EIN, State registration of my LLC, recent client payments via stripe, tax return, college diploma, resume, train ticket for leaving Thailand.
You may get your visa faster if you make your entry to Thailand date 7 days out from application. BUT this is only if you have everything lined up like I did.
Any other questions?
Ian ********************
Train ticket for leaving Thailand? Why'd you need that if you can renew in Thailand before 180 days are up?
James ********
PositiveTiger1070 thanks for your helpful reply. It will assist others who are going to Vientiane Laos.
Wesam ********
Did you go for an interview at the embassy?
Wesam ********
Can you not pay the fee online?
Positive*********
OPWesam Shelbi cannot pay online. Being 10,000 baht cash. Apply then you get QR CODE and go to embassy between 9 and 12 on business day to pay.
Positive*********
OPWesam Shelbi no
James ********
Most people are ASKED to show PROOF of their personal bank account balance using their cellphone when they go to the Thai Embassy to pay the DTV visa fee.
Positive*********
OP@James *******
proof of funds were submitted in application. 3 months bank statements. Was not asked for anything at the embassy. I did go to pay the 10,000 baht in person but they don’t do anything at that step besides take the money. It’s just a woman collecting money.
James ********
Good question...That's why I ALSO the interview question to the OP... Because you must go to the Thai Embassy in Vientiane Laos to pay for the DTV visa fee and when there asked to show PROOF of your current bank account balance on your cellphone.
James ********
Hmmmmm...
...did you have to go to the Thai Embassy to make payment for the DTV visa fee of 10,000 Thai baht? ...
...AND while there did they ask you to show PROOF of your current bank account balance on your cellphone ?
...did you have to go to the Thai Embassy to make payment for the DTV visa fee of 10,000 Thai baht? ...
...AND while there did they ask you to show PROOF of your current bank account balance on your cellphone ?
Positive*********
OPCopperPeacock489 as long as your paperwork is setup right (which I know how to do)
Positive*********
OPCopperPeacock489 yes
CopperPe********
PositiveTiger1070 😳
They stopped doing interviews?
They stopped doing interviews?
Positive*********
OP@GM ********
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