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What are the experiences of others who received a TR visa instead of a DTV in Thailand?

Alex ****
asked Jan 2, 2026
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Who ever got a TR visa instead of DTV?

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Users shared their experiences about receiving a Tourist (TR) visa instead of a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV). One commenter noted they initially applied for a multiple-entry tourist visa but ended up with a DTV after the embassy scrutinized their work details. Others mentioned that sometimes the embassy perceives a tourist visa as more appropriate for certain applicants, suggesting the decision can hinge on individual circumstances.
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Opposite in my case: I got DTV while I applied for multiple entry tourist visa. They checked my work details (freelancing with $40K+ in a year) and mailed me to pay the difference in fee. In two days, I got DTV.
Alex ****
Alex ****
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Samsung S24 sounds unbelievable

How is it possible to pay difference?

If so they must refund difference to who they gave multiple TR ?

How did you pay the difference? And what is the location for the Thai Embassy? Thank you
Kurt *************
Kurt *************
it has happened when the embassy thinks a tourist visa is more fit for your softpower and that you dont need a 5 year.
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous ******************
@Kurt ************
You are from Norway why you dont buy Thai Elite Visa instead. Bronze cost about 650 000 baht and it nothing for someone from Norway.
Kurt *************
Kurt *************
I have a dtv. Dont need a elite. And not everyone in norway is rich. Actually the average norwegian pay 75% of their earnings in some way of tax...
Kurt *************
Kurt *************
@Steve *********
sometimes anon id okay but if its just negative or fearmongering its annoying. I think admin should do more about anon posts, but require alot of work
Steve **********
Steve **********
@Kurt ************
agreed. I can't stand anonymous posts. Spineless.
Alex ****
Alex ****
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@Kurt ************
what is the explanation for Workcation?
Kurt *************
Kurt *************
Alex Ni never seen that happen before. What embassy?
Kurt *************
Kurt *************
Alex Ni must be something in the paperwork then
Alex ****
Alex ****
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@Kurt ************
Jakarta

Yes ussuly jest rejection, but maybe it's new year gift instead of rejection.

Many cases but connecting for now all them only some kinds of nationalities
Andi ***********
Andi ***********
There are several shared in the threads

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