Answereda year ago
How quickly can one get approved for a DTV visa in Thailand?
Approved for DTV (workcation) in under 24 hours. Thanks to everyone here sharing 😃
Answer summary
A community member shared their experience of being approved for the DTV (workcation) visa in under 24 hours, expressing thanks to fellow expats for support. Others shared their own experiences, with some approval times taking longer, such as 48 days. Several commenters discussed the visa application process, including tips on documentation and discrepancies in experiences based on location, like Los Angeles and London. The conversation also touched upon whether one can apply for the visa while in Thailand and noted the need for careful preparation regarding airline and immigration requirements.
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Adnan ********
i got mine before i even applied :)
Isaac *********
No way! How and where??? 🚀
RadiantBu**********
Same in London, super quick no issues at all! Been here 7 months now, loving every minute of it!
Lee *****
RadiantButterfly205 did they care about bank account statements for the past 6 months?
RadiantBu**********
@Lee ****
no we had ours in for 4 weeks before application, no issues entering the country either and wasn’t asked for a return ticket either. (Some people of certain nationalities have been asked for return tickets and some have even had to purchase one on their phone before entry allowed).
Tommy ********
Another anonymous account 🤔 this goes to show exactly why the Thai government is cautious about who is applying for the DTV.
Have these people got something to hide? It’s astonishing how many new “expats” are coming to Thailand and yet they don’t dare reveal their name.
Have these people got something to hide? It’s astonishing how many new “expats” are coming to Thailand and yet they don’t dare reveal their name.
Anonymous ******************
@Tommy *******
well if they’re smart enough to figure out how to jump through all the hoops to get a DTV visa by the book or not… they are probably smart enough to pay rent and their bills while in Thailand and be reasonably well behaved
Upadhyay *********
Congratulations 🎉
James ********
Thank You for your helpful report 👍
Congratulations 👏👏👏 the Thai Consulate Staff in Los Angeles are wonderful 👍
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.
Congratulations 👏👏👏 the Thai Consulate Staff in Los Angeles are wonderful 👍
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.
Anonymous *************
OP@James *******
Thank you sirJames ********
Anonymous participant Enjoy your New DTV 5 year visa 🤗
Francesca ******
Can you apply when you are in the country ?
Dany ********
@Francesca *****
you need to apply from outside of thailand
Wannikea *********
@Francesca *****
what country? Completely ambiguous questionFrancesca ******
@Wannikea ********
europeJames ********
@Wannikea ********
it's Europe 😂😂😂. We see that reply and wonder why they don't 🆔 ID the country when posting. As we both know, it's an important question which needs to be answered in order for us to reply meaningfully.Francesca ******
@Wannikea ********
you are too suspicious, dont worry I will follow other people suggestion. Thank you for taking the time to answer to me.Wannikea *********
@Francesca *****
yes you must apply outside of Thailand and you can apply in any country that allows you to apply so check the website of the embassy you wish to use to make sure that you have eligible residency. Again an ambiguous answer, why dont you say exactly what country you want to apply in, and exactly what passport you hold?James ********
@Francesca *****
cannot apply when you are in Thailand.
Anonymous ******************
@Francesca *****
I believe so
Mando ********
I'm on day 16 (business days not including holidays). I applied June 24th
Quintin ****
@Mando *******
jah i waited 22 working daysRobi****
Oh cool! I’m applying in LA next month. Any tips?
Andi ***********
Congrats...maybe an American record
Alexander *********
Took me 48 days 😂 you are so lucky 🍀 how the heck did that happen?
Andi ***********
@Alexander ********
48 days ? where?
Shayan ********
@Andi **********
did you have to go to the embassy?Andi ***********
@Shayan *******
Yes, as I did an in person application in Taipei. Everywhere now is online, so you only visit the embassy if asked for an interview.Alexander *********
@Andi **********
California US embassy in Los AngelesAndi ***********
@Alexander ********
Sounds like you all set, having a plan is key to long term success in LOS.Alexander *********
@Andi **********
Totally worth it, I got $47,000 and a plan and endless spirit of adventure and motivation to start a new life in Thailand and I am pumped up. Last thing to do is sell my car and then Im immediately hopping on a plane and finding a home.Andi ***********
@Alexander ********
wow.. really long time but worth it to get the DTV...
MagicalDo*********
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Stephen *******
Wow, where?
Anonymous *************
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