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How long does it take to get DTV visa approval, and can I contact someone to expedite the process?
DTV VisaVisa Processing TimesThai EmbassiesImmigrationExpat AdviceVisa ApplicationTravel to Thailand
Feb 18, 2026
2 months ago
Charlotte ***********
ORIGINAL POSTERHow long does a DTV visa typically take to come through? I fly into Thailand 28th Feb and haven’t yet had an approval. And is there a number I can phone to speed up the process?
TLDR : Answer Summary
The processing time for a DTV visa varies significantly depending on the embassy and the applicant's nationality. Reports from various commenters suggest times range from as short as 1 day to as long as 3 months. It's recommended to check with the specific embassy where the application was submitted for accurate timelines. Direct contact via phone or email is suggested to inquire about the status of the application, but there is no universal number to call for expedited processing.
DTV VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
- Take the basic DTV Qualification Test to see if you're eligible for the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV).
- For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
- Explore recent discussions by using the DTV Visa tag in the search box at the top of the page.
- Join the Thai Visa Advice Facebook Group to ask your questions, and get advice from others.
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Anonymous ******************
Depends what country you apply. I applied in Vietnam and was approved in a couple of days
Wannikea *********
When did you apply?
Gorgeous********
Mine took 5 days via the London embassy.
Tom *******
Don’t forget .. your DTV might not even be approved at all. No one mentioned that possibility.
Josh *****
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Alan ******
How long is a piece of string 🤔
Don *******
You booked a trip before having your DTV approved? What if you get called in for an interview on the 28th? 😂
Ash***
Post, run.... probably never even know where.
Freddrena ********
I submitted mine on 28 Jan and received it 17 Feb. Go online to the embassy applied to and go to “contact “ and give them a call
Pulsw*****
Tourist police
Bobby *****************
To be honest I’m still stuck here in Cambodia 🇰🇭 and it’s been 42 days now… called them how many times . And gave all that’s been required from my end. It’s literally a joke at the end of the day it is what it is. 
Eileen *******
Yes email the embassy! I emailed them with my flight info and about my travel plans and they approved it shortly after and before my flight!
Urs ********
Call any call center in India.
Chris *********
Yes. We emailed them to speed it up. Got a response right away, and approved 2 days after emailing them.
Anonymous ******************
Between 48 hours and 3 months.
Search for your embassy in the group to see the latest reports from people who applied there.
Search for your embassy in the group to see the latest reports from people who applied there.
Anonymous ******************
this is why I used an agent :)
Don *******
Anonymous participant 731 hello agent
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous participant 731 congratulations on wasting your money!
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DTV_Be*******
Which embassy? What is your nationality?
Robert *******
63 Thai Embassies and 39 Thai Consulates spread all over the world.
And you ask us for 1 number.
Amazing.
And you ask us for 1 number.
Amazing.
Hans ***********
Switzerland: 1 day
Anonymous ******************
No Karen, you cannot call a number to jump the queue. Why did you book tickets to Thailand before you know if you have the visa?
Glenn *******
Uk - took about 2 weeks from submitting including then want further info
Jef ********
Call the police
R.M. ******
Depends on the embassy. Indonesia seems to take about a month
Andi ***********
Times vary among embassies. Where/when did you apply?
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