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What are the experiences and costs related to applying for a DVT visa without an agency?

Anonymous *************
asked Mar 25, 2026
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Hello every one

How many of you have applied for dvt visa

Your self and not via a agency?

Did you get accepted

How much did it cost ?

If you was to get denied would it worth then getting agency to do it ?
Answer summary
Many users shared their experiences with applying for a DVT visa without using an agency. While some succeeded in their applications, others faced rejections and incurred costs related to their efforts. The conversation highlighted the varying costs of application (e.g., $340 in Hanoi and 11,000 TWD in Taipei) and discussed the potential necessity of hiring an agency, especially if applicants are unsure of the requirements. There were suggestions to leverage community support and personal research for successful applications.
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Ryan ********
Ryan ********
Did for myself and my wife in Jakarta and Hanoi respectively. Both approved. The fee for Hanoi was $340 at the time, don't remember Jakarta. You must be diligent with the required paperwork, if you can't be, an agent will force you for a fee.
Matt *******
Matt *******
A fair few people getting rejected in recent times from doing it yourself. Happy to put you in touch with a very reputable Samui agent if you need help
Anonymous *************
Anonymous *************
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@Matt ******
Yes can do I’m based in Pattaya tho :(
Matt *******
Matt *******
Anonymous participant send me a pm and I can connect you up
Andi ***********
Andi ***********
Cost 11,000 TWD and 3 days In Taipei.Did it myself with the help of posts from this group. This group has everything you need to successfully apply yourself.
Steve *******
Steve *******
Stop overthinking. If you fulfill the requirements, you'll get the visa.

Just apply and see what happens.
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous ******************
No need agent. Agent do not have authority to approve your visa and none of them can garantee visa approval. No need to waste money hiring them
GrayPa*******
GrayPa*******
I did it for myself husband and kids. All good
Anonymous *************
Anonymous *************
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GrayPanda6549

Is there any thing I should make sure to cover if so it my self
GrayPa*******
GrayPa*******
Anonymous participant I did a lot of research to ensure I did everything right. There is a lot of good advice in this group, also YouTube videos and of course AI. If you’re really unsure of something you can also call you embassy directly
Kevinko *******
Kevinko *******
I did by myself and got rejected. Paid the dtv visa fee + costs to stay for 3 weeks in Ho Chi Minh.
Anonymous *************
Anonymous *************
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@Kevinko ******
So your saying better of getting a agent to do
Kevinko *******
Kevinko *******
Anonymous participant Oh. It s so hard to say.
Kevinko *******
Kevinko *******
Anonymous participant as i wrote: i did it by myself.
Anonymous *************
Anonymous *************
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@Kevinko ******
ok thank for you comment :)

What was the cost for your agent to do the visa

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