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What are the long-term visa options in Thailand similar to those in Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, and Vietnam?

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Sep 16, 2025

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Hello, anyone here explored long term visa options similar to DTV in Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines or Vietnam ? Thanks !

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The conversation discusses long-term visa options in Southeast Asia, comparing them to Thailand's offerings. It specifically mentions Vietnam's 3-month visa or 180-day exemption for Viet Kieu and Indonesia's Bali business visa options that provide a D12 visa for 2 years with 180-day stays.

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Vietnam only has 3-month visa or visa exemption for Viet Kieu (stay up to 180 days at a time)

Bali has options for business visas

D12 - 2 years (180 days at a time)

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