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Is it necessary to book 2 weeks of accommodation in Hanoi for the DTV application?
Nov 30, 2025
5 months ago
Shannon ******
ORIGINAL POSTERis it necessary to book 2 weeks in Hanoi applying for the DTV or can I just book 10 days accommodation?
(Does it matter for the application?)
(Does it matter for the application?)
TLDR : Answer Summary
The question is whether one must book two weeks of accommodation in Hanoi when applying for a DTV visa or if a shorter period of ten days suffices. Responses suggest that while booking duration does not drastically affect the application, having a booking can be helpful for location proof. It is advisable to stay until the visa processing is complete, which typically takes 1-3 working days in Hanoi.
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Kurt *************
I booked 7 days. They dont ask about it
RubyCel*******
I'd suggest 12 days and a breakfast.
To appease everyone
To appease everyone
Raymond *********
I would have posted anonimously
Martin ********
What are you talking about ?
Jan ******************
The Thai embassy and consulate in Vietnam process visas quite fast. The announced general processing time in Ho Chi Minh City is five working days and in Hanoi, it's only 1-3 working days.
Tom *****
@Jan *****************
it took me 10 days for a TR Visa in HanoïJan ******************
@Tom ****
Ok thanks, I’m only referring to announced processing time at the embassy’s website.Reply to
Jan ******************
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John **********
For the application it doesn't matter but you do need to remain in the area until visa processing completes
Wannikea *********
No it doesn't matter for the application, other than the fact that you may use the booking to prove your location.
Nicolas *********
Surely a question like this should have been posted Anominously
Tom ********
You can book as many days/weeks as you like but you do know Hanoi is in Vietnam not Thailand right and this is a group for Thailand.
Jack ********
@Tom *******
not the sharpest tool in the shedHans *********
@Tom *******
took me 10 days there, but started Friday night got approval following sundayTae'lur ********
I wonder if they’re talking about applying for the DTV from the Hanoi embassy lol idk🫠
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Tae'lur ********
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Phil ******
@Shannon *****
book as long as it takesReply to
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