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What are the fastest processing countries for DTV near Phuket, excluding Vietnam?

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Mar 20, 2026

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Bianca *********

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Does anyone have recommendations for countries close to Phuket with fast processing times for a DTV. Anywhere except Vietnam. Suggestions please 🙏🏻

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The conversation discusses recommendations for nearby countries that offer fast processing times for a DTV visa, excluding Vietnam. Participants mention experiences with Malaysia and Singapore, while highlighting Kuala Lumpur as a favorable option with a processing time of three days. However, there are concerns about Malaysia's reputation for DTV applications. Other suggestions include Singapore, though experiences there were not detailed.

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Bianca *********

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Has anyone done the DTV in singapore?..

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Christopher *********

I do in KL and also in HCM , HCM 6 days, KL 3 days but I do NON-B !

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RubyChe*******

Hanoi has been the fast one from my own experience and many friends'. Never heard of neighboring countries have faster processing times.

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Joe **********

KL ofcourse..

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Frank-Steven ***********

Only Malaysia is "close" to Phuket - and they don't exactly have the best reputation for easy DTV.

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