What are the common reasons for DTV visa refusals and the success rate of reapplications in Thailand?

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Have many people been refused a DTV and lost their application fee and if so for what reasons? Curious to know the success rate is..

For those that have been refused have you applied again and had success or have you went for a different visa..

I do some remote work but would intend on staying for martial arts, is it easier to go down the soft power route rather than have to make sure my remote work reports are squeaky clean?

If the success rate isnt so great I may be inclined to go for the education visa and study alongside training..

Thanks in advance, any advice is appreciated.

Ask Thailand · Answer

Many individuals have reported being denied a Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) due to various reasons, such as incorrect passport information, lack of appropriate forms or documentation for activities like Muay Thai, and insufficient proof of medical appointments. Those who faced refusals often lost their application fees, especially if mistakes were made during the e-visa process. The trend shows embassies tightening their requirements, leading to a higher chance of denial. However, some applicants have successfully reapplied or switched categories without additional fees when addressing issues directly with embassies. For those concerned about application success rates, pursuing an education visa while training in martial arts may provide a more straightforward path.

Helen ******** · Answer

Numerous people have reported being denied in Destination Thailand Visa (DTV). Some it was because they couldn't provide proof they were in the country they applied to, others didn't have the correct forms for Muay Thai, medical information wasn't accepted, names or passport numbers incorrect, etc. Some were issued medical visas instead of DTV when they only showed one appointment. People have been denied on e-visa but went to one of the few in person embassies and applied again. One person even had the original e-visa application denied, but called and the embassy let them change category for no additional fee. Embassies are tightening up on the requirements and are asking for more information.

Brandon ************ · Answer

The only person I've seen specifically say they lost their application fee was someone who applied through the e-visa system and the system read their passport and put the incorrect passport number and the person didn't catch it. A mistake on passport number is an immediate rejection and their application was cancelled.

If you are worried about the fee then go somewhere that still accepts in-person applications like Laos, Taipei or Yangon.  They will just reject your application before you pay.

And yes, soft power is generally easier than workcation.

What are the common reasons for DTV visa refusals and the success rate of reapplications in Thailand?

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