How was the DTV visa approval process in Ho Chi Minh for Muay Thai training?

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Oct 24, 2024

2 months ago

Anthony *****

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DTV approved in Ho Chi Minh in 4 business days through Muay thai

Thanks for the great info from this group. Here's me giving back with my experience.

Thursday - Applied online with the following:

- Wise bank statement of USD account. 3 months but had over 500k THB worth 1 week out 

- Letter from Muay Thai Gym showing 3 month paid membership

- Agoda booking screenshot of my stay in Vietnam 

Friday - I got the following email asking for additional docs

1 - Document indicating current location: To certify your current location, please submit the arrival stamp to Vietnam and hotel booking/fight ticket round trip to Vietnam, please ensure that the period of stay is longer than 5 days for visa processing. All documents must be in English/Thai.  

2 - Other request documents: Please provide the training course, company registration/DBD. All documents must be in English/Thai. If not, they must be translated, please ensure the document is clear and readable."

Saturday - I submitted the following 

- Vietnam entry stamp

- Muay Thai gym company registration and DBD

- I also provided that bank receipt of my paid 3 month membership which I didn't include last time 

Tuesday - 2:30pm - DTV approved

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TLDR : Answer Summary

A recent expat shared their successful experience applying for a DTV visa in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam, specifically for Muay Thai training. The applicant illustrated a step-by-step process over several days, mentioning required documents like a bank statement, gym membership, and hotel booking. Following a request for additional documentation regarding their current location and gym registration information, they submitted the necessary paperwork and received visa approval in just four business days.

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Fathe *******

Which Muay Thai Gym agent have you used if you can recommend?

2 months ago

Luit *****************

For all the people who think you can go back to Thailand and not have to wait for the visa approved, see the remark the embassy made about a period of stay longer than 5 days for visa processing.

2 months ago

Peter ************

What if your next entry to Thailand (180 days)? Do you have to buy another 3 month of course?

2 months ago

Andi ***********

@Peter ***********

No details given yet, should be known very soon though.

2 months ago

Anthony *****

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@Peter ***********

don’t think so