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Is it better to apply for a DTV visa from the Philippines, and what are the experiences with the embassy there?

Dec 1, 2025
2 days ago
Sasha *********
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Im currently speaking to Arun Thai Cooking about using their course to apply for DTV soft power. It looks like a reputable school and I’ve found lots of posts in this group from people who have applied with them. In talking to their visa service, they recommend applying in the Philippines but I can’t find any posts from people who have applied from there, including people applying with Arun. Anyone have experience with the embassy there? Or any idea why they’re pushing Philippines?
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The user is considering applying for a DTV (Digital Nomad visa) through Arun Thai Cooking in Thailand but is unsure about applying from the Philippines. They mention that the visa service recommends this route, noting concerns over the lack of experiences shared by others applying from there. Comments indicate that the Manila embassy is friendly towards DTV applications, with previous successes primarily reported by DIY applicants. There is speculation about applicants facing issues at other embassies.
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Wannikea *********
Why not ask them?
Greg ********
Maybe applicants have has issues with other Embassies?
Andi ***********
Manilla is a very DTV friendly embassy. There are a considerable number of posts from MNL Inc recent approvals, mostly DIY rather than via an agency.