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What are the immigration requirements when entering Thailand on a DTV visa?
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ok, so landed this week from being back in the UK for 8 days. I have a DTV via the workation access type.
I have a folder with all my paperwork, inc a bank statement taken when I applied showing the funds in my business account needed at the time of my application, copy of my DTV Visa, both old and new passports (one expired so it's tied to the old one).. Also, when I do the THIM, I put purpose of travel: Business... I also have DTV VISA labels on the front of both passports.
The Egates were closed that day, so everyone came through the usual manual process, so big old queue.
I gave the immigration representative my passports. They then asked me for a copy of my DTV Visa and any other paperwork that I had.
She proceeded to review all my flights, bank statements (old ones) the DTV and copy of lease paperwork for the condo, and flipped through my flights...I had £450 in fifties in my wallet just in case.
At that point she closed the folder, stamped my visa and said thank you.
No check on current bank account balance or asking me to prove I had cash in my pocket.
I have a folder with all my paperwork, inc a bank statement taken when I applied showing the funds in my business account needed at the time of my application, copy of my DTV Visa, both old and new passports (one expired so it's tied to the old one).. Also, when I do the THIM, I put purpose of travel: Business... I also have DTV VISA labels on the front of both passports.
The Egates were closed that day, so everyone came through the usual manual process, so big old queue.
I gave the immigration representative my passports. They then asked me for a copy of my DTV Visa and any other paperwork that I had.
She proceeded to review all my flights, bank statements (old ones) the DTV and copy of lease paperwork for the condo, and flipped through my flights...I had £450 in fifties in my wallet just in case.
At that point she closed the folder, stamped my visa and said thank you.
No check on current bank account balance or asking me to prove I had cash in my pocket.
Answer summary
The user recounted their experience entering Thailand on a DTV (Digital Nomad Tourist Visa) after returning from the UK. They provided detailed documentation, including a bank statement, copies of their DTV visa, and lease agreements, but were mainly asked for their passports and DTV documentation. The immigration officer did not ask for other details, highlighting that simplification might be beneficial. Comments suggest many expats believe that only a passport and DTV printout are necessary at immigration, and overloading officials with documents could raise unnecessary scrutiny.
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Ryan ***********
😂😂😂😂
Brittle********
What airport? Guessing Phuket
NiftyTu********
I've never had to show anything other than my passport and DTV printout.
Also, it probably doesn't matter in most cases, however a mismatch could be noticed... the reason for visit would be better stated as 'holiday' I believe. Obviously doing business in Thailand is not allowed on a DTV so if they see your reason for visit is business and your visa type is prohibited from doing business in Thailand, it may spark confusion/suspicion. I appreciate many of us do conduct business on a DTV, but strictly business from outside of Thailand. We are still classed as tourists 🙏🏻
Also, it probably doesn't matter in most cases, however a mismatch could be noticed... the reason for visit would be better stated as 'holiday' I believe. Obviously doing business in Thailand is not allowed on a DTV so if they see your reason for visit is business and your visa type is prohibited from doing business in Thailand, it may spark confusion/suspicion. I appreciate many of us do conduct business on a DTV, but strictly business from outside of Thailand. We are still classed as tourists 🙏🏻
Brian ****
Never give government workers extra information. 🧠 That's good to be prepared incase they ask, but I'd only give them passport and DTV.
Pineappl********
Every time you guys roll up with a folder full of documents you don't need, you're just giving the IO the idea to ask for all of that stuff in future.
Michael ********
Was your paperwork Laminated???
Twa-ts*******
When you arrive at immigration you need 4 things and 4 things only, there are huge signs above every IO booth that tell you to have these 4 things ready, yet not surprisingly some still do not. Passport, boarding pass from your flight, e-visa if you have one and TDAC. The TDAC can be on your phone and if you have done it right they won't even look at it. It's fine to carry all that other stuff, lease, bank statements, cash on hand. You may need it if they suspect something is up and they drag you off for an interview but otherwise completely unnecessary.
BravePers*********
Tony
I think next time you should only have the DTV and passports, I think if you initially give them a ton they will look through it. Just minimum then if asked provide more.
I think next time you should only have the DTV and passports, I think if you initially give them a ton they will look through it. Just minimum then if asked provide more.
Ian **********
Passport and DTV are all you need to hand in, Carry the other docs by all means but no need to hand them in. Visa holders cannot use e-gates when arriving only when leaving
Barry ******
Dude thats OTT, all you have to show is your Visa, any other docs should be only shown upon request. I've been traveling in out of Thailand 2 years on DTV (workcation) and have only been asked for visa, which is how it should be.
Anonymous ******************
Do you need the 500k baht in your savings account on entry Thailand or the time when when you applied for the visa?
Tony **********
OPAnonymous participant 312 nope
Henrik *****
Careful about savings accounts, some are not accepted, since the money is not immediately accessible as they are supposed to be.
Andi ***********
Anonymous participant 312 You need it for the application. There is no written requirement to show it upon arrival. IO can ask questions about it, if they want.
Anonymous ******************
@Andi **********
so if they ask questions do I have to show them bank statement showing 500k baht when I applied for the visa.Andi ***********
Anonymous participant 312 They more likely want to see your current balance not the one at application. It is rare to be asked about your 500k, though as this forum shows. More important to have the 20K THB/equivalent currency in cash.
TaupeSqu*********
can’t use egates on way in, also workation from London embassy is pretty solid. Same as guy above just hand over passport and DTV sheet no dramas
Elías ********
Visa holders can't use the auto gates for entry. Business account isn't acceptable for an application in most embassies.
Tony **********
OP@Elías *******
I didn't say I was going to *use* the Egates - I was saying that they were closed (observation) and hence the usual immigration route was packed. I just have one cheap thin plastic folder with everything printed out, ready, if they need it. Having been in and out possibly 20 times since having the DTV - other than handing them both passports, this was the first time they asked for more.. It's kind of difficult not to have a folder of evidence and then crouch down to look for the exact papers they asked for.
Dave ***********
I just put holiday on arrival card and only carry a print out off my E-visa , thats all they need to know at the immigration counter
Over complicate things and they will think your up to know good
Over complicate things and they will think your up to know good
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