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How fast can I expect my DTV visa application to be approved at the LA Thai Consulate?
Sharing my experience. Applied for DTV soft power (Muay Thai) through LA. submitted everything all at once. It was APPROVED in less than 2 hours. After seeing all the stories about LA denials I was shocked.
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A user shared their experience of applying for a DTV visa through the Los Angeles Thai Consulate, reporting approval in under two hours after submitting all documents together. This contrasts with various reports of longer wait times and denials, highlighting that experiences can vary. The conversation includes questions about specific Muay Thai gyms, proof of address, criminal background checks, and requirements for proof of funds, with other users sharing their own experiences and seeking advice.
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Janet ********
if you don't mind, how much money was "seasoned" in your checking or savings account, and how many months of bank statements did you show? (I know the requirements. Just wondering what you did)
PositiveNe***********
Nice! What about the proof of funds or income ? Are you working remotely too ?
James ********
Thank You for your helpful report π
Congratulations πππ
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 βοΈ 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 πππ
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 βοΈ 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 ********
Quite the contrary. The Los Angeles Thai Consulate is known as very good in issuing the DTV visa IF you have submitted the requirements for it.
Heartfelt*********
Did you have to do the criminal background?
James ********
HeartfeltCherry896 you might want to ask them by using their Facebook page and CONTACT US Link π.
PolitePe*********
Wondering what you submitted for proof of location? I emailed them to ask ahead of time cause Iβll be staying at a friends house and they said my name needs to be on the utility bill. Iβm curious what they accepted from you!
JoJo **********
OPPolitePelican1420 I only uploaded my REAL ID with my address on it same address on my bank statements
PolitePe*********
@JoJo *********
thanks. Hopefully my situation wonβt be an issue i have a valid AZ drivers license but will be staying with a friend in WA. I emailed the LA consulate about it and they said they would need a utility bill with my name for proof of location π
my friend added me so hopefully that pleases themJames ********
PolitePelican1420 please let us know what response you get from the Thai Consulate. As the requirement for the DTV visa is to show PROOF OF YOUR PERMANENT RESIDENCE in your home country etc.
PolitePe*********
@James *******
oh i know i emailed οΏΌthe LA consulate directly about my situation and thatβs specifically what they told me they needed, my name on a utility bill. Twice they said it.James ********
PolitePelican1420 Thank You for your helpful reply. You are an American but don't have proof of your residence in the USA. They ONLY service those who LIVE IN THE STATES which they are responsible for. They serve residents in the Green π States.
PolitePe*********
also congrats on the win!
PolitePe*********
Definitely nice to see more posts like this! I just pulled the trigger on a 12 month dtv program last night and will be flying back to the US in about a month to apply through the LA consulate as well!
GracefulRa***********
PolitePelican1420 which gym/pckg did you go for?
Cody **********
What gym did you go with?
GracefulRa***********
did you go for the 12mo or the 100 privates option?
JoJo **********
OP@Cody *********
Krudam
Andi ***********
Some LA applicants have been approved in similar fast time. It is hit n miss with the approvals some wait several weeks
Miguel *******
i wait since 4 weeks my dtv . do you think its will be rejected? thanks for your response
Andi ***********
@Miguel ******
No it does not mean you will be rejected. Many approved after 4 weeks. Did they ask you to submit more documents?Miguel *******
@Andi **********
you think already good ?Miguel *******
@Andi **********
thx you broAndi ***********
@Miguel ******
so when they receive the requested docs the approval time is reset to zero. Many applicants take 4-6 weeks. A request for more docs is normal. Hopefully you get approved soon π€Miguel *******
@Andi **********
yes one time
Breathtaki***********
This just proves that not everyone's experience will be the same.
Anonymous ******************
Which Muay Thai Gym?
JoJo **********
OPAnonymous participant 347 Krudam
Joey ******
@JoJo *********
do you know if the gym needed to provide a letter from Thai SAT?Joey ******
@JoJo *********
happy for you πcongratsJoJo **********
OP@Joey *****
yes they did.Joey ******
@James *******
I'm aware. But doesn't answer my questionJames ********
@Joey *****
they will need to provide their documents to you to be submitted with your DTV visa application.Activity
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