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How long does it usually take to get approval for the DTV (Destination Thailand Visa) application?

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asked Jun 9, 2026
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I've applied last Monday for DTV (Soft Power) at Vientiane, Laos.

Paid the fee on Tuesday. On the same day the asked me to send screenshots of my online banking confirming the amount.

Thursday the application went to "Pending Approval" and today I got the approval email.

Overall 5 working days (since there was a public holiday last week).
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The user shared their experience applying for the DTV (Destination Thailand Visa) from Vientiane, Laos, and reported an overall approval time of 5 working days, despite a public holiday. The discussion in the comments touches on various opinions regarding what qualifies as remote work for the DTV application, including managing rental properties and online stock investments, with some affirming that such activities can be classified under workation.
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YrMomsF*******
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How many properties do you have?
Thai *****************
Thai *****************
If you’re interested in applying for a DTV (Destination Thailand Visa), I’d be happy to help. 😊

I can assist with document preparation, application guidance, and answer any questions about the DTV process. Feel free to send me a message anytime.
Hanaco **********
Hanaco **********
Thank you all for your comments and advice🙏🩵

I understand the concern about losing access to a Thai bank account. That would certainly be inconvenient, although I have heard that Wise may support PromptPay in the future, so that could be a backup option if needed.

I also understand that opinions differ on whether real estate leasing qualifies as remote work. In my case, however, I actively manage the business online, including reviewing reports from the property management company, approving maintenance and repair expenses, and making decisions regarding lease renewals.

For that reason, I felt it might be worth applying. That said, if the Soft Power route is generally simpler and more reliable, I am open to considering that option as well.

Thank you again for sharing your experiences and insights 😊
Andi ***********
Andi ***********
@Hanaco *********
look thru the posts for similar applicant posts to help you apply. Where are you applying? .
Hanaco **********
Hanaco **********
@Andi **********
Thank you☺️

I’m considering applying from one of Thailand’s neighboring countries rather than from Japan, but I haven’t decided which country yet.
Konstantin ***********
Konstantin ***********
Aren't you afraid that one day your local bank will close your account?
Nongnuch ********
Nongnuch ********
rental income and the managing of your real estate, or the managing of stock investment, is not "workation". It is not the same as working remotely in a "home office" for a fóreign company or working self-employed in the IT business. You are free to find out. Just try to apply and be willing to write off the application fee
James ********
James ********
@Nongnuch *******
you need to read the posts of those who have obtained the DTV visa for Workcation as my managing their properties on-line.
Andi ***********
Andi ***********
@James *******
Exactly..
Nongnuch ********
Nongnuch ********
@Andi **********
can be so and can be not so. It depends on the Thai embassy and how they see it. Wish the OP Good Luck
Andi ***********
Andi ***********
@Nongnuch *******
Online Stock investors are approved for the DTV. A lot of posts confirm this.
Andi ***********
Andi ***********
You can find posts of approval via rental income in the threads. They applied without an agent.
Nongnuch ********
Nongnuch ********
@Andi **********
I cal that BS. Rental income is not workation
Andi ***********
Andi ***********
@Nongnuch *******
It is not BS. Online property management is part of Workcation. You can find multiple posts of such approvals.
James ********
James ********
@Andi **********
correct ✅
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