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Should I mention my previous DTV visa application in my cover letter for reapplication?

DTV Visa Visa Application Thai Visa Rules Visa Rejection Soft Power Visa Workcation Visa Cover Letter Writing

Jun 21, 2025

10 months ago

Anonymous *************

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Hi everyone,

I'll be reapplying for a DTV visa in the coming days.  I had a previous application through the workcation route rejected.  I'm going to apply again using soft power.  

Should I mention the previous application within a cover letter for the new application?  If so, any ideas on how to structure this letter?

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The conversation revolves around an individual reapplying for a DTV visa after a previous application, through the workcation route, was rejected. They inquire whether it's necessary to mention the previous rejection in a cover letter for their new application focusing on the soft power route. Responses suggest varying opinions: some advise mentioning the rejection and explaining it, while others recommend not mentioning it since the authorities will see the rejection in their system regardless. Additionally, the importance of ensuring that the new educational program meets visa requirements is highlighted.

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Marcus ***************

Any idea why your original application was rejected?

10 months ago

Anonymous ******************

@Marcus **************

Wasn’t able to show 3 months of payslips - company was new and pre-revenue. This was for workcation.

10 months ago

Anonymous ******************

Anonymous participant 271 Singapore

10 months ago

Marcus ***************

Anonymous participant 271 what office were you applying through?

10 months ago

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Marcus ***************

Christopher ********

😂 no

10 months ago

Fitfac *****************

some embassy doesnt allow you to switch category after the visa is rejected

make sure that your softpower muaythai or cooking school offer full refund in case the visa get rejected

10 months ago

Anonymous ******************

@Fitfac ****************

which schools offer a full refund?

10 months ago

Anonymous ******************

@Fitfac ****************

Do you know which embassy? I’ll be applying in Hanoi. First visa application was in a different country all together.

10 months ago

James ********

@Fitfac ****************

helpful advice ✅

10 months ago

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James ********

Tom ***********

While they may not have told you what it was that had you rejected you definitely need to identify whether it will be corrected by changing how you apply.

You are asked in the beginning to say whether you have ever applied for a Thai Visa in the past and your answer would be yes. You can explain in a cover letter if you choose, though it's not going to matter if the reason for previous rejection remains unresolved.

10 months ago

Tod *********

don't even bother mentioning it

seeing as all visa applications for thailand go thru the eVisa online web-portal I would say that the consulate reviewing your application will see the previous one which was rejected on their side of the system 🙂

Just apply thru the soft power category using what ever you're enrolling in to meet the requirements

10 months ago

Anonymous ******************

@Tod ********

Ah, I see. As a dual passport holder, is it best to apply under a different passport? Would that make a difference?

10 months ago

Tod *********

won't make any difference, many people have DTV or visa applications rejected and apply again immediately without any issue

10 months ago

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Tod *********

What are the chances of getting a DTV visa with a history of ED visas in Thailand?

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