What are the current approval times for DTV visa applications from Vietnam?

The conversation discusses the experiences of several individuals applying for the DTV visa from Hanoi, Vietnam. Many applicants who submitted their applications around mid-March 2025 are reporting a status of 'Pending Approval' after submitting additional documents. Although early applicants received approval within about 5 working days, newer applicants are experiencing delays beyond that timeframe. Some users recommend contacting the embassy for updates, while others express concerns and frustrations about the waiting period. Recent updates indicate that processing may be slower than usual, potentially influenced by external factors such as a recent earthquake in Bangkok.