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Should my wife and I apply separately for the DTV visa or can one apply as a dependent?

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Apr 28, 2026

3 days ago

Michael ********

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If my wife and I are both going to take Thai cooking classes should we both apply individually for DTV, or one apply for DTV under soft power, and other apply as spouse of DTV member? Is there a pro/con to either route?

If my wife and I are both going to take Thai cooking classes should we both apply individually for DTV, or one apply for DTV under soft power, and other apply as spouse of DTV member? Is there a pro/con to either route?

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TLDR : Answer Summary

When considering Thai DTV visa applications for both partners attending cooking classes, it is advisable to assess whether to apply individually or as a dependent. Applying individually is faster and more flexible if both are qualified, but requires each to have a bank balance of at least 500,000 THB. If one partner has financial constraints, applying as a dependent may be wiser, but they must wait for the primary application to be approved first. It's also important to maintain sufficient funds for at least six months and prepare relevant financial documentation.

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John **********

As long as neither of you is planning to work remotely from Thailand it doesn't really matter

2 days ago

Sky ***************

If you are both qualified, it is best to apply separately, as the process will be faster and more flexible.

However, if one person is not fully qualified in terms of proof of funds or income, it may be better to apply together. Keep in mind that most Thai embassies nowadays require at least 500,000 THB remaining in a bank account per visa application.

So, whether applying as spouses or separately for a DTV visa, it is best to have up to 1,000,000 THB in the bank. Maintaining this balance for 6 months is preferable to just 3 months, and you should provide a clear explanation with supporting documents regarding your income or source of funds.

3 days ago

Andrea *************

The downside of applying as a dependent is that you have to wait until the first visa is granted to apply.

3 days ago

Greg ********

The only "con" is applying individually, you will 100% have to have the 500k each. at some embassies, the "Dependent" can be sponsored by the main applicant for the funds (or could?).

3 days ago

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Greg ********

Do we apply separately for the DTV visa as a married couple or is there a joint application process?

4 comments

a month ago

Do both partners need separate bank statements or can one partner's statement suffice for DTV visa?

2 comments

2 months ago

Can I apply for a DTV for my wife as a dependent at the same time I apply for mine?

3 comments

3 months ago