How long does it take to get the DTV visa approved, and can I travel while waiting for it?

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Hello everyone!

Today I have some great news to share: my DTV visa has been approved! / 02.06.2026

I applied from Ho Chi Minh City and waited exactly 37 days. Processing times have increased, but in the end everything worked out and I received my 5-year DTV visa.

Don't worry and try to be patient. From what I've been told, processing times will most likely exceed 30 days now, as applications have become very busy since the visa changes.

I hope everything goes well for all of you, and that you receive your visas soon too.

Good luck to everyone! 🙏😊

Ask Thailand · Answer

The user shared their experience of having their DTV visa approved after a 37-day wait from application submission in Ho Chi Minh City, highlighting that processing times may now exceed 30 days due to increased application volumes. They advised patience and mentioned that applicants should print proof of their visa for travel purposes. Commenters congratulated the user and asked about travel during the waiting period.

Waewsoon ********* · Answer

Hi. Do you have to wait in Vietnam for the whole 37days? Or u can come back to Thailand during waiting time then back to Vietnam again after Visa Approved? Thanks in advance.

ERIK***** · Answer

Did the approval come today? I thought the HCMC embassy was closed today

James ******** · Answer

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James ******** · Answer

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.

ThoughtfulK*********** · Answer

Hi congratulations was it workcation or soft power Muay Thai visa you lodged ?

Ko_Htyt******* · Answer

Have you received this good news today?

Andi *********** · Answer

Congrats! the 37 day wait well worth it for the DTV.

How long does it take to get the DTV visa approved, and can I travel while waiting for it?

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