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What are the experiences of DTV visa holders doing border bounces for visa extension in Thailand?

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Are there any DTV holders who are just doing border bounce for the visa extension?

If yes, may I know the experiences or the services you have had?

Welcome to all the sharing and advice. 

I have been extended twice just by traveling outside the country.

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The discussion revolves around DTV (Digital Nomad Visa) holders who utilize border bouncing to refresh their stay in Thailand, effectively extending their presence by leaving and re-entering the country. Contributors share experiences, emphasizing that while it's not technically a visa extension (the visa is valid for 5 years), it allows for compliance with the 180-day stay limit. Users noted that the process at border checkpoints can vary, often depending on the mode of travel, with many affirming that border bouncing is a common practice among DTV holders.

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With a genuine passport, a TDAC and the correct usage of the DTV, which is a multiple entry visa, it should be no problem.

You made the choice, so why worry?

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William ********

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Basically everyone does that. And it’s not a visa extension. Your visa is for 5 years. You’re not extending it. You’re abiding by the 180 day stay limit.

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Kryptonite ****

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@William *******

yes, let's call this as refreshing another 180 days.

Have you tried leaving Thailand from the border and came back from the border? (Border Bouncing)

I want to know the immigration situation for the DTV holders passing from the border.

By flight, no problems at all. They just ask some questions.

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