Answered2 years ago
What are the key steps and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa for activities related to Thai culture?
Greetings all! I am super excited to let you all know that my DTV was approved!
I received lots of helpful information by searching within the group so thank you!
UPDATE:
Date of Application: 12 Dec 24
Date of Approval: 16 Dec 24
Embassy: Washington, D.C.
DTV purpose/category: Thai soft power related activity
Company: Bangkok Thai Cooking Academy (highly recommend)
*For my Veterans*
I’m not sure if it helped any, IF at all, but when I submitted my bank statement, I also submitted my VA benefit letter with it. (I combined the two documents into one via Adobe)
I’m not saying you NEED to do that, as it’s not a required document to submit, but since there was no opportunity to submit additional documents, MY logic for doing that was to show them that in addition to the money in my account, I also have monthly income coming in. That way they can see I can absolutely support myself financially while in the country.
I received lots of helpful information by searching within the group so thank you!
UPDATE:
Date of Application: 12 Dec 24
Date of Approval: 16 Dec 24
Embassy: Washington, D.C.
DTV purpose/category: Thai soft power related activity
Company: Bangkok Thai Cooking Academy (highly recommend)
*For my Veterans*
I’m not sure if it helped any, IF at all, but when I submitted my bank statement, I also submitted my VA benefit letter with it. (I combined the two documents into one via Adobe)
I’m not saying you NEED to do that, as it’s not a required document to submit, but since there was no opportunity to submit additional documents, MY logic for doing that was to show them that in addition to the money in my account, I also have monthly income coming in. That way they can see I can absolutely support myself financially while in the country.
Answer summary
A member shared their successful approval for a DTV visa for a Thai soft power-related activity, providing timelines and helpful tips for fellow veterans. They mentioned submitting a bank statement along with a VA benefits letter to demonstrate financial stability. The community engaged with questions about attending language school, obtaining certificates from cooking classes, and costs associated with the course.
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Paw *******
Hi! I have a few questions from you. How did you get a certificate from bangkok cooking class? Did they email it to you? Please share
. Thank you..
. Thank you..
Jai **********
OP@Paw ******
hi! Of course.So after I paid the deposit and sent them proof via WA, it took about 2 days for them to email me documents I needed to submit to apply. The documents they sent were the receipt of my deposit, my acceptance letter, a four-page document in Thai, a copy of the administrator’s ID and the menu itinerary. I personally didn’t submit the menu itinerary document because it was 22 pages so I just combined the other four documents into one PDF and uploaded that as proof.
Rob *******
How much was your thai cooking course ?
Jai **********
OP@Rob ******
40,000 THB total. I paid the deposit and will pay the remaining balance the first day of class.
Anonymous ******************
@Jai *********
how long is the course?Jai **********
OP@Dennis ********
ahhh, I didn’t factor in the $400 visa app fee so I get what you’re saying. Just make sure you inquire with the dental office to ensure the treatment you need will justify the DTV so you don’t have any issues. Great luck to you my friend!Dennis *********
@Jai *********
but the 1200 + 300 for DTV = 1500. But money doesn’t matter if your happy Good job
I’ll try dental because I need to spend the money anyway
Jai **********
OP@Dennis ********
I’d round up to about $1,200 USD, not $1,500 but I see your point. I couldn’t think of a medical treatment that would require me to get a visa, and there was a Muay Thai option I could have chosen that’s 30,000 THB but based on my age, I felt the cooking course was the safest option for me.Dennis *********
@Jai *********
the schools making good money. So basically $1500 with the visa for 5 years but have to leave every 6 months. So, $300 per years plus travel. I like cooking but think I might do medical on something I need.Jai **********
OP@Dennis ********
correct.Dennis *********
@Jai *********
so 2 weeks is *****
.Jai **********
OPAnonymous participant 117 DTV eligible courses are 2 weeks and longer.
Jai **********
OP@James *******
thank you!! And my purpose was the Thai soft power related activity. I’ll be taking a cooking class, which I’m very excited about, with the Bangkok Thai Cooking Academy.James ********
@Jai *********
Congratulations 👏👏👏 you were wise to select a Cooking school course in Bangkok with DTV Visa approval from the Thai Embassy in Washington DC.Jai **********
OP@James *******
thank you kind sir! I’m super excited about it!Activity
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