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Is there a time limit for activating a DTV visa once issued before entering Thailand?

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Got my DTV in mid-june but will be able to go to Thailand only at the beginning of October.

Do you think it will be a problem?

Some visas should be activated no later than three months after they are given. Is it also the case for the DTV?

Does anyone has experienced going to Thailand with a DTV delivered more than three months before his arrival date?
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The DTV visa (Digital Nomad Visa) is valid for five years from the date of issue, meaning there is no strict requirement to activate it within three months. Users shared that you can enter Thailand anytime before the five-year expiry date, so there should not be a problem with your planned entry in October.
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John *********
John *********
Nope, enter when you want🤷🏾‍♀️
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Anonymous *************
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Wannikea *********
Wannikea *********
5 years validity
Anonymous *************
Anonymous *************
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Anna *********
Anna *********
Anytime before the 5 year expiry date is fine . You will be fine
Anonymous *************
Anonymous *************
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@Anna ********
Thank you!
A. ************
A. ************
You might want to reach out to the embassy where you got the visa and ask this question. It would be a sad state of affairs for you to show up with the expectation of being able to stay for 6 months and wind up with a 60 day visa exemption stamp.
Ray *****
Ray *****
A. Nony Mous that wouldn't happen the visa is live
Pete *******
Pete *******
You have 5 years from issue to enter Thailand.
Anonymous *************
Anonymous *************
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@Pete ******
Thank you!

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