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Should I apply for the DTV visa before coming to Thailand or while I am there?

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Jan 5, 2026

4 months ago

Samsat *********

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Would it be best to get the DTV visa when in Thailand or do it before

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The consensus among commenters is that the DTV visa must be applied for from outside Thailand, and it cannot be obtained while in the country. It is advisable to complete the visa application process before arriving in Thailand.

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Cesar *******

New profile, most likely a fake one .... Just garbage.

4 months ago

Robin *******

Probably be a good idea to get it before you come

4 months ago

Anna *********

You can’t get it IN Thailand

4 months ago

Rob **********

Outside of Thailand, as you cannot apply for it inside of Thailand.

4 months ago

Thai *******

Unbelievable what goes through some people's head's lol

4 months ago

Ayoub *********

Lol come on man , no you have to do it before coming o Thailand

4 months ago

Kurt *************

Cant get in thailand

4 months ago

John *********

Seriously do people actually bother to read these days before asking stupid questions 🙄

4 months ago

Chris *******

@John ********

I keep hearing people say there is no such thing as an FSQ on here, it’s a great group don’t get me wrong but the amount of FSQ’s is becoming ridiculous. Got to agree with you

4 months ago

Anna *********

@John ********

obviously not What did people do before FB and google

4 months ago

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Anna *********

Lucas **********

Maybe read up about it first...

4 months ago

G ***************

@Lucas *********

, type something worth reading. everyone can benefit from your experience dot dot dot

4 months ago

Lucas **********

@G **************

copy and paste you maggot mort ...

4 months ago

G ***************

@Lucas *********

, aww, you have feelings.

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G ***************

Patrycja ********

Before

4 months ago

Nev *******

That's for sure.

4 months ago

Stuart *********

You can’t get a DTV in Thailand. You have to apply from abroad somewhere.

Even though it’s a evisa application you need to be in the country you are applying from. They will probably ask for proof that you are and could call you in for a personal interview.

4 months ago

Thaimer ******

You can only get it out of Thailand

4 months ago

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Thaimer ******

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