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What are the implications of working illegally on a DTV visa in Thailand following the recent arrest in Chiang Mai?
An arrest of a DTV holder in Chiang Mai for working illegally:
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The recent arrest of a DTV visa holder in Chiang Mai for illegal work has raised concerns among expats about the implications of working without authorization. Users have discussed their experiences with visa applications, the need for additional proof of work, and the potential risks of returning to Thailand while waiting for visa approval. Questions about visa validity and timelines for processing have also been posed, indicating a shared anxiety about maintaining legal status in Thailand.
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GrayWal********
Aren’t the Visas for Vietnam valid for at least 30 days?
Anonymous ******************
Hi, I was on pending approval for i think 2-3 weeks in the end. My Vietnam visa expired so I flew to thailand, and then my dtv was approved about a week later. Leaving next month and will come back in on the dtv.
GrayWal********
Anonymous participant 489 that’s great, when you enter again you might get your visa cancelled for that
Marotta *********
GrayWallaby8130 So you recommend not returning to Thailand until the visa is approved, right?
Sergio ******
What additional documents did they ask?
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@Sergio *****
they asked for more proof of my work and that I receive income from it.GiftedPe*********
I sent a very polite email querying my application as I had a flight booked (I did state that I would change it if the visa was not ready).
Anonymous *************
GiftedPelican5845 did you get a reply? I sent them an email asking what I should do.
GiftedPe*********
Anonymous participant sorry, I should have said - I did not but I got approval less than an hour later
Anonymous ******************
Why did you apply late into your Vietnam stay instead of at the beginning?
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