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How long can DTV visa holders stay outside Thailand without issues?

DTV visa Thailand immigration visa rules expat advice staying outside Thailand

Nov 8, 2025

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Hi everyone, 

I know that with the DTV visa we’re required to leave Thailand at least twice a year, before every 180 days. I just want to ask if anyone knows how long we can stay outside the country each time. I might need to return to my home country for 3–4 months to settle some business matters. Would it cause any issues with immigration when I re-enter Thailand after being away that long? Is there any specific rule about this situation for DTV visa holders?

Thanks in advance for your help and time!

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DTV visa holders are generally allowed to stay outside of Thailand for an extended period without facing immigration issues. Several contributors have confirmed that there are no strict limitations on the duration of stay outside, as long as the visa remains valid. However, it is advisable to consider any requirements related to attendance for certain visa types, such as education visas, where missing classes could lead to complications.

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Waqar ********

It's not Canadian PR or US green card with time limits.. chill and relax. This is your visa, your choice.

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Anonymous *************

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Thank you all for sharing the info, I’m really appreciate it🙏

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Andrew *********

Stay out as long as you want but if you are on soft power with classes and missing them then you might run into trouble as people on education visas did.

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@Andrew ********

oh yeah, I am on Soft-power with Thai Cooking class , so that could be a case , thanks for reminding it 🙏

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Anonymous ******************

Come and go as you please

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Alessandro ***********

No problem.

5 year visa is a 5 year visa.

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Anonymous ******************

You can leave for 4 years 364 days and come back for one day...

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Wrath **************

You can leave for as little as 24hours.

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Alex *********

If nothing changes, you can stay out whatever you want within the 5 yrs of validity of your Visa

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Paula ********

Its fine. You can come and go as you please

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