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How soon after obtaining the DTV do I have to use it? Is it within 3 months or longer?

DTV Thai Visa Visa Validity Immigration Rules Expat Guidance

Sep 2, 2024

2 years ago

Cheryl **********

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Does anyone know how soon after obtaining the DTV that you have to use it? Is it within 3 months of initial valid from date or longer?

Thanks in advance

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The DTV (Digital Tourist Visa) is valid for 5 years, and you can use it anytime within that validity period. There is no requirement to use it within 3 months of the initial valid from date.

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Stuart *********

It’s valid for 5 years. You need to use it within that time.

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Seb ********

Doesn’t matter. Anytime within the validity.

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Cheryl **********

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really? That’s good to know as my plans have had to change slightly since getting it and was worried I needed to go straight away!

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