Answereda year ago

How long before entering Thailand can you apply for the DTV visa in the UK?

DTV Visa Visa Application Process Thailand Visa Regulations UK to Thailand Immigration Visa Validity Period Bank Account Issues for DTV Holders

Kevin ******

asked Jul 22, 2025

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How long before entering Thailand can you apply for DTV in the UK , thanks.

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You can apply for the DTV visa up to 5 years before your intended travel to Thailand, according to general guidelines. However, many embassies will not accept applications if the travel date is more than 90 days away. The Thai embassy in the UK states that applicants can submit their applications 3 months prior to travel, even though the visa is valid for 5 years. It is also noted that the DTV visa may present difficulties in obtaining a bank account in Thailand.

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Jeff *************

Stupid question but how much is the DTV for US people

a year ago

Stephanie *********

@Jeff ************

it's like $268 ish but you do need $15,500 in an american bank account for 6 months or be making a certain income.

a year ago

Stephanie ********

@Stephanie ********

what is the income you have to make?

a year ago

Stephanie *********

@Stephanie *******

honestly It's not specified you just need proof of incoming consistent income or get a letter from your remote employer stating so.

a year ago

Jeff *************

@Stephanie ********

Thanks

a year ago

Chris ******

On the Thai embassy site in the Uk it states 3 months prior but I would say anytime as it’s valid for 5 years

a year ago

Paul *******

Generally 3 months on other tourist visas but some start from request date others from issue date. DTV suspect from issue date.

a year ago

Nigel ********

THe problem with the DTV is you can't get a bank account

a year ago

Bob **********

4 years and 364 days

a year ago

Michael ********

@Bob *********

beat me to that comment 55

a year ago

Andrew ********

You have to apply for it out of country and you can apply for it have never been to thailand before

a year ago

Stuart *********

@Andrew *******

You are not limited to applying for if you’ve never been to Thailand before. Many people have successfully applied with previous entry history to Thailand.

a year ago

Steve *******

@Andrew *******

before. Before entering Thailand.

a year ago

Brandon ************

The visa is valid for 5 years, so you can apply for it up to 5 years before you will travel. Though that would waste most of the validity.

Many embassies will not process an application if you put your travel date greater than 90 days away though.

a year ago