Answered14 days ago
What are the ongoing requirements for the Muay Thai DTV visa in Thailand over its five-year duration?
If you get the DTV for Muay Thai, are you expected to keep doing it for the entire 5 years? Or is first 6 months enough?
Answer summary
The DTV (Digital Thailand Visa) for Muay Thai may require ongoing commitment to training throughout its five-year duration. While some suggest that completing a six-month course initially might suffice, others caution that immigration may inquire about continued involvement in training. Reports indicate that individuals can be asked for proof of ongoing classes, particularly in regions like Phuket. Therefore, maintaining an active training status could be advisable to avoid issues upon re-entry and ensure compliance with visa regulations.
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Ernestas ***********
It was not like that last year, but they are now very strict about it and you need to have the letter from the gym, even the payment receipt every time you enter thailand. So yes, you do have to be enrolled in muay thai for all 5 years.
Paul *****
MUY THAI IS FOREVER, FOR YOU I RECOMEND LADYBOY SCHOOL
Guy ******************
They have changed rhe rules, You gotta do it, for a lifetime !
Zenm****
Just have a membership at a mt gym sorted before you return each 180 days. No problem.
BigM*****
It's not a five year visa. They're cracking down on this. Be prepared for a cage match to prove you learned something.
Gali **********
As long as you're staying in the kingdom it would be better to be training few times a week at the gym, that's what your visa is for, and if you will be asked to prove it-
you want to have a gym and trainers that actually knows you.
you want to have a gym and trainers that actually knows you.
Rachel ********
First off if you apply for DTV but pay for a six month course, you won’t get the DTV, they will give you a visa to match the time frame that’s needed. So thoroughly think about why you want to be here and apply for a Visa to match the time frame you’d need
Dok ***********
You must win 3 of the muay thai fights within 6 months, and immigration officer will go to your fights to confirm you won. Best of luck mate.
ChirpySala**********
If your visa was approved you have a 5 year multi entry visa pretty simple
Anonymous ******************
I got the DTV on a two week cooking course.
Guy ******************
Anonymous participant 743 Really, I thought I would have to do a cooking course, for a whole 6 months, until I changed, to an O A Visa !
Anonymous *************
OPAnonymous participant 743 that’s hilarious, but also very useful to know. Thank you! 🤣😃
James ********
Anonymous participant that won't happen again. Times have changed since the DTV a
was first offered.
was first offered.
James ********
Anonymous participant 743 roll the dice for the DTV visa... it's ONLY your money...10,000 Thai baht to apply and find out.
ChirpySala**********
Anonymous participant 743 I have been told by a well known Muay Thai gym owner the 1 month course is still being approved but don't argue with James he is the group expert.
Anonymous ******************
@James *******
If you say so.
Tommi *******
Beautiful 😍
Jake ****
Asfaik 9 months is only accepted now
But this is embassy, immigration can always say NO to you at the border.
But this is embassy, immigration can always say NO to you at the border.
Urs ********
You are exactly the reason why so many people are having problems with the DTV and why the immigration authorities are discussing phasing out DTV in the coming years.
Anonymous *************
OP@Urs *******
your logic: Someone researching the rules must be planning to break them 🤣It's lucky for you Thai visas don't require an IQ test!
Urs ********
@Brett *******
Don't you get it? He wants to cheat! He wants to subscribe for Muai Thai but doesn't want to attend!Urs ********
@Brett *******
Looks like you're not familiar with the DTV regulations. The Thai authorities don't like people who cheat. That's exactly why there's a discussion within the government about abolishing the DTV.Anonymous *************
OPAnonymous participant 668 there's lots of people with nothing going on in their lives who like to feel morally superior. If they were to stop whining about DTV, they'd immediately find the next thing to feel morally superior about. Best to avoid those types (they live in their own safe-space/bubble). They'll always find something to complain about and try to make themselves feel better than others.
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous participant You're welcome, unfortunately there's a lot of DTV haters in this group and many who think they're superior because they applied via workation. And then there's numerous bored pensioners trolling. My advice is don't stick around here after you get the DTV unless you want to help fight back.
Anonymous *************
OPAnonymous participant 668 between you and 1-2 other useful commenters, I basically have a very, very good idea of what to do now. Thank you to the rare but useful people out there! (despite the noisy idiots you've had to contend with 🤣)
Anonymous ******************
@Urs *******
Cool story broUrs ********
Anonymer Teilnehmer 668 Wrong! I personally know of cases where immigration authorities have asked language schools and cooking classes about the presence of DTV holders.
Anonymous ******************
@Urs *******
Immigration are looking for people working illegally. Not for DTV holders who aren't doing classes or having medical or dental appointmentsUrs ********
@Brett *******
Sleep well!
James *******
Yes mate. Minimum 8 hours everyday for 5 years.
Darren *********
If your initial sponsor for the visa is a Muay Thai gym in Bangkok, and you train there for 3 months, can you then move to Chiang Mai to practice Muay Thai?
Heisenb*******
Yes you must and you need to apply monk also
Frank **********
Is this post aimed at proving the point of immigration that DTV is being exploited and needs to be canned or cracked down on?
You couldn’t get a better illustration of you tried
You couldn’t get a better illustration of you tried
Perry *******
I came here for the sarcasm. Didn't disappoint. 😆
Larry *****
You already know the answer to the question. that’s why you put it as a post like that
David ************
That's why getting language, cooking or Muay Thai on etc is a bad choice, costs you more in end
AuthenticE***********
Must show ongoing enrollment when reentering Thailand every 180 days
Barnabas *********
AuthenticElephant4141 Incorrect.
Understan**********
AuthenticElephant4141 it is true. I was asked to show the enrolment letter on my 4th entry. Never was asked before.
Anonymous ******************
UnderstandingCamell So only for elephants and camels then
Understan**********
Anonymous participant 668 I cannot understand why are you so hostile, because I don’t wanna show people my name and surname and that I stay in Thailand?
I just kindly said that I was asked for a new enrolment letter alongside other things. But I stay nearly 180days every entry.
I just kindly said that I was asked for a new enrolment letter alongside other things. But I stay nearly 180days every entry.
Larry *****
AuthenticElephant4141 I can tell you’ve never been to Thailand or are you joking?
Anonymous ******************
AuthenticElephant4141 That must be only for elephants I've not been asked anything
Baron *********
Why would you not train for the 5 years. Set your sights high to fighting Lumphini Friday night in a blood sports
Ben ******
No but they may ask to see a sick combo or a flying 12-6 elbow
Anonymous ******************
I got the DTV for Muay Thai and I don't really have to train, but I still do 3 times a week. It's hella fun and everyone should be doing it.
Anonymous ******************
Up to you but Immigration don't even know how you got it unless it's stated in the remarks.
Unforgettabl*************
Anonymous participant 668 It’s naïve to think that immigration only knows what is on the eVisa paper.
Greg ******
Anonymous participant 668 That’s why an IO may ask you further questions about your work or classes. I don’t see how this information helps if you’re no longer subscribed to classes and can’t provide proof of ongoing enrollment. You'll need to show one or another.
Anonymous ******************
@Greg *****
Or you could show a few dental appointments 👍Anonymous ******************
@Greg *****
I'm sure a few appointments would be fine and if you fly into BKK 99% chance you won't be asked anythingGreg ******
Anonymous participant 668 Well sure if you have the proper plan.
Mark ********
More anonymous BS advice...
Anonymous ******************
@Mark *******
Another clown 🤡Anonymous ******************
@Mark *******
Or have a clown profile pic 🤣Mark ********
Anonymous participant 668 Only clowns on here are anonymous or use nicknames...
Anonymous *************
OPAnonymous participant 668 real talk! 🤜 thank you!!
Brian ************
I really hope they do away with the soft DTV holders and stick with real working adults who help the Thai economy.
Martin *********
Or you thankfully
Locked ********
@Brian ***********
good thing Thailand doesn't care what you think....Brian ************
So paying for the equivalent of a McDonald’s Happy Meal is contributing towards the economy too? I mean that’s what you’re technically doing. 35K spread out how many months? I mean that’s my monthly grocery budget.
Erikh **************
@Brian ***********
If you're paying for courses, that person is indeed adding to the economy, and also engaging in Thai culture... So STFU and mind your own business! 👌🏿Martin *********
Mine cost
*****
bht obviously not enough in his eyes 😂
Wolf****
@Brian ***********
so are you trying to say that someone actually paying for your on going muay thai courses don’t doesn’t count for helping economy…. That makes no sense…Anonymous ******************
@Brian ***********
hope you as old man. It can not come back agen it’s effects the economy for 100% sure young people bring hope and money and you old 🐖 bring bad hope just you know!Martin *********
@Brian ***********
Yawn 🥱Anonymous ******************
@Brian ***********
Why how's it affecting you? You look like a pensioner..Brian ************
Anonymous participant 668 pensioner? Says the anonymous probably broke okole visitor.
Martin *********
Anonymous participant 668 These people are so righteous makes me sick
Anonymous ******************
@Martin ********
Exactly
Luit *****************
Nobody forces you to stay and train for 5 years in Thailand, when you think your training is finished you can stop and leave the country.
Us *****
You need to fight a ladyboy at the end of your 9 month training. If you lose you need to continue your study until you beat him.
Jack ********
Get a bronze privilege if you want to live in thailand.
Christina ********
From my understanding you just need to show proof ur enrolled when leaving and coming back to Thailand. If you don’t travel much you probably wouldn’t need more than one enrollment for the first year and then every time you leave and come back you’d probably want proof that you’re coming back to learn something.
Barnabas *********
@Christina *******
Those are troll stories. There are no verifiable reports of DTV holders being denied entry for the sole reason of not being enrolled upon a qualifying cultural course or being currently employed.Barnabas *********
@Christina *******
No requirement to be currently enrolled upon a qualifying cultural course to gain entry. Your purpose of visit can be stated as vacation.Christina ********
Barnabas Collins the rules may say that but I’ve just seen so many stories of people getting denied entry because they aren’t enrolled in any classes, so that’s why i said that.
Anonymous *************
OP@Christina *******
sounds reasonable. Although I don’t think when leaving Thailand they wouldn’t check anything they’d just let you leave but they’ll likely check it on each returnBarnabas *********
Anonymous participant No check either for cultural courses, workcation or medical/dental appointments. Purpose of visit can be vacation.
GivingPer**********
In general they now recommend activities that last longer than 6 months.
Christian *******
No championship by year 3 = deported.
Kevin ********
Immigration have no say in the DTV and requirements, but entry is at there discretion, so take your chances if you think a 6 month is enough as they definitely can and will reject your entry if they think you have abused your visa and will cancel it without a second thought
Leo ******
There's a boxing ring at BKK suv airport. I was pulled aside last time I exited and they quizzed me on my visa and Muay Thai training and made me go 3 rounds with a policeman out the back. Lucky I'd actually put effort in at training cause he was hard AF.. They then let me out saying I was good to go and I flew out. They do the same with education visas they talk to you in Thai. They aren't stupid..
Brutal ********
Only one 6 month course required to get DTV. Once you have DTV, you dont need to pay for any additional courses.
Gregory **********
@Brutal *******
yes but when you leave and come back you need to show proof you are still enrolled in classes. Not just for first 6 monthsChirpySala**********
@Gregory *********
wrong
InspiringPom************
@Gregory *********
And where specifically did you learn this? Got a link?
Brutal ********
@Gregory *********
incorrect. They may ask to see the original proof of first class, but i highly doubt it.
BravePers*********
Get a six month course, do a month each year, problem solved
Anonymous *************
OPBravePersimmon1025 I asked AI before posting here, and this is pretty much what it said. It searched the internet and said there's not actually any information on precisely this question on the Thai visa sites, but heaps of people ask about it, yet they don't clarify what the actual answer is.
I can't imagine someone doing a cooking course for 5 years! There's only so much Pad Thai you can make!
I can't imagine someone doing a cooking course for 5 years! There's only so much Pad Thai you can make!
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous participant I have my BA in culinary arts. I went to "cooking school" for 4 years...but go off
Anonymous *************
OPAnonymous participant 565 yeah I was wrong about that. You can obviously keep learning forever. (I originally had in mind someone like me just learning cooking for the DTV, not someone who wants to actually learn the cuisine incredibly deeply)
GivingPer**********
Anonymous participant If you think that Thai food is just pad thai, that says a lot....
Ronnie *******
GivingPersimmon1136 where do they say that?
GivingPer**********
Anonymous participant 👍 Thailand has so many different kitchens. The tourist hotspots tend to become thaidonalds. On top of that there are so many people that just eat western food. Look in Pattaya food groups. 🤷
Anonymous *************
OPGivingPersimmon1136 the pad thai bit was a joke…
Janet **************
Anonymous participant I got the Arun Thai cooking class and it can be split up as you wish, so no problem. You CAN keep on cooking for five years.
Greg ******
There have been a small number of reports, mostly from Phuket, of people being asked to provide proof of ongoing classes. If your question is whether you'll be fine for the next five years without ongoing classes subscription and without any risk, that's becoming increasingly unlikely.
BraveO******
You should pay for 5 years of Muay Thai that way there you automatically don't have a problem
Larry *****
BraveOwl3854 where’d you pull that out of your rectum?
Anonymous *************
OPBraveOwl3854 Big upfront cost. Plus the risk that the dojo closes down and you could lose all your money. That happens with gym memberships all the time (not just in thailand)
Jack ********
Anonymous participant The only way to be more certain is to have 5 years of muay thai lined up and video proof you train. But the cost for that is so high, might as well get the bronze privilege visa and dodge the hassles of the DTV. Youre not supposed to live on the DTV. Immigration making that clear now.
BraveO******
Anonymous participant I was being facetious
Anonymous *************
OPBraveOwl3854 Oh right. Thailand's visa requirements are so absurd that I cannot distinguish jokes from real requirements 😂
Frederik *******************
Of course you gotta train for all the 5 years.
Anonymous *************
OP@Frederik ******************
can't tell if you're fr. 5 years is a big commitment. I'm not youngFrederik *******************
Anonym deltager Well they can ask for proof of you training, and there you will be expected to prove that you are a member of a Muay Thai gym, and the gym will have to confirm your membership, also having recent pictures of you training at the gym is a very good supplement to have in addition to the membership.
Eduardo ******
Participante anónimo yea it’s legit they expect you to boost Thai economy by paying for training for five years. Don’t have to compete or go super hard even 1 time a week cardio class is enough
Cal *****
Make sure you wear the Muay Thai shorts and shadow boxing while going though immigration and your fine
Dave *********
@Cal ****
and a tennis racket on your head completes the disguise
FirstNam*********
They can check if you are still enrolled
ChirpySala**********
You need to fight the top immigration officer to enter to prove your skills. If you lose they only allow entry for 1 month at a time to train then you need to leave the country. When you come back and can prove that you can TKO him they are satisfied you have completed your soft power course and allow entry until the Visa expiration.
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Alexey *********
ChirpySalamander2840 all other comments are invalid but this
Earl **********
ChirpySalamander2840 fighting at Rajadamnern Stadium
Digital********
@Alvaro **************
Immigration Final Boss
David ********
ChirpySalamander2840 the immigration officer is Tong Po
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