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Is it okay to use multiple exemption visas before applying for a DTV in Thailand?

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Hi people , is there a problem if i use the 2 times exemption visa before i apply for a DTV , so 60 days exemption visa and 30 days extension + visa run and another 60 days before applying for DTV. 

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The consensus among community members is that using multiple visa exemptions (60-day exemption plus extensions and a visa run) before applying for a DTV generally does not pose a problem, provided there is no extensive visa history in Thailand. Individual experiences suggest that while past visa usage is considered, it is unlikely to adversely affect a DTV application.

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I think your age is a factor because if your like me under 50 your visa choices are limited and very strict. I did the Master Chef diploma in Thai culinary arts and the process for applying for the DTV is simple. There is a check list on the embassy website. Mines was granted within 24 hours from London.

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Generally speaking, no problem at all as long as you don’t have long history in Thailand.

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Michael ********

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I had one

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tourist in 2024 and one

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tourist in 2025. Only 2 in my life and was told to get a non o visa next time

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John **********

Visa exempt entries will depend on your history in Thailand, but they won't affect a DTV application

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