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What are the recent experiences with visa applications from Hanoi, Thailand?
Visa ApprovalEmbassy ProceduresThailand VisaDTV VisaRejection ReasonsImmigration ExperienceVisa Application ProcessExpats in Thailand
Jun 13, 2025
a year ago
Mia *****************
ORIGINAL POSTERAnyone received their visa today from Hanoi?
TLDR : Answer Summary
The conversation revolves around the recent experiences of individuals applying for visas from the Thai Embassy in Hanoi. While some users reported positive outcomes with their DTV visas being approved, others shared disappointing news of their applications being rejected. Concerns were raised about possible recent changes in the embassy's operations, and discussions about the potential factors leading to the rejections ensued, including the involvement of agents and advice on alternative application locations. Additionally, there was some interaction regarding a specific visa service offering a refund on rejections.
DTV VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
- Take the basic DTV Qualification Test to see if you're eligible for the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV).
- For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
- Explore recent discussions by using the DTV Visa tag in the search box at the top of the page.
- Join the Thai Visa Advice Facebook Group to ask your questions, and get advice from others.
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DTVTh******
Four of our clients were approved today for the DTV with Muay Thai.
Their applications were submitted on June 4th. We offer a full refund if your visa application is rejected. We have 100% approval rate. Visit our website dtvthaivisa.com
Their applications were submitted on June 4th. We offer a full refund if your visa application is rejected. We have 100% approval rate. Visit our website dtvthaivisa.com
James ********
@DTVTh******
what is your fee ?DTVTh******
@James *******
it's depend on which categories you want to apply. You can check by click our websiteJames ********
@DTVTh******
you might wish to delete your post about the reduction in visa exempt entry from 60 days to 30 days... it's wrong information as it did not happen ********************************************
DTVTh******
@James *******
Go to website not page facebook here dtvthaivisa.comDTVTh******
@James *******
Thank you for telling us but that information it about "Thailand plan to do maybe in the future please read it all and clearly"James ********
@DTVTh******
I respectfully disagree with you... While you do state "Thailand plans to reduce"...the emphasis should be that "visa exempt entry STILL is 60 days on arrival into Thailand. Subject to change."Thank you for your helpful replies... hopefully many more folks will be obtaining the DTV visa. 🤗
James ********
@DTVTh******
I have looked and I don't see the fee for your services to get the DTV visa ...Reply to
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Matt ****************
Approved today for Workcation! Super happy :)
James ********
@Matt ***************
Thank You for your helpful report 👍Congratulations 👏👏👏
PRINT OUT THE EMAIL THAT HAS YOUR DTV VISA.
That's what you should do... print it out.
You may have to show PROOF of your DTV Visa to airline staff on check-in for your flight ✈️ to Thailand...even to the connecting airline staff. Or to the land border crossing entry Thai Immigration Officer.
Upon arrival into Thailand, show the DTV visa to the Thai Immigration Officer and look at the STAMP placed in your passport to be sure you are STAMPED in for 180 days.
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Qwizel ********
YES!! We Just Got Approved Keep Fighting it's alot of work but worth it! Huge Shout Out To Fitfac Muaythai - พระราม 9 Muaythai - พระราม 9 Fitfac Muaythai - ศรีนครินทร์ They Held us down Agency Wise, made sure all was done properly their tuff, but an amazing Out Come!! Best Wishes Mia You should get it soon.❤
Anonymous ******************
The approval email came around 3:30 p.m.
Anonymous ******************
I also got rejected
Anonymous ******************
Does anyone know what's going on in Hanoi? Was there some kind of change in the management at the embassy? Did someone who got the DTV in Hanoi commit a crime in Thailand and now they are being super strict?
Guillermo *********
Anonymous participant 532 @anonymous participant 166
@Caio ******
can you elaborate on how was your process? . Did you ever get the application change from pending document check to pending approval ? . Would love to hear from you guysCaio *******
@Guillermo ********
yes, last Friday changed to pending approval. Wait the whole week and now it was rejected. Uploaded boarding pass, Vietnam arrival stamp, hotel bookings, literally everything correctly.Even the bank statement was from 6 months ago with more than 500k every month.
The only reason that I can think of is that I applied with my friend, sharing a hotel room. Can't think about any other reasons
Guillermo *********
@Caio ******
please check my application and tell me if you miss something from there 🙏. I see a lot of rejections so something major had to change to justify all these rejections. Trying to figure out what it is. My wife is currently there awaiting results and now we are a bit worried to be honest with youReply to
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Anonymous ******************
I received an update by email an hour ago – it was rejected. Very disappointing.
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous participant 166 What did you apply under? Did you have 500k for at least 3 months? Passport nationality?
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Caio *******
I just got rejected.
Andi ***********
@Caio ******
Did they say why?Anonymous ******************
@Andi **********
On my application page it says:Status: Reject Visa Application – Royal Thai Embassy Hanoi
As far as I understand, you can’t know the exact reason.
Guillermo *********
Anonymous participant 166 can you please look into my application and see if something i put there you missed . My wife is currently waiting for her visa. I see a lot of rejections and im trying to see what changed from last week to this week. I really would appreciate your imput 🙏
Andi ***********
Anonymous participant 166 Ok, well try somewhere else like Jakarta. Did you apply for Softpower?
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@Andi **********
I want to do everything to get it. I applied through a highly recommended agent, and I don't understand why it failed.*My nationality is not allowed to enter Indonesia easily, in my opinion.
James ********
Anonymous participant 166 what is your passport nation?
Anonymous ******************
@James *******
israelAndi ***********
Anonymous participant 166 I hope you did not pay a lot of money to an agent. Does the agent know why.? Are you still in Vietnam ? Which countries are you able to easily go to?
Anonymous ******************
@Andi **********
The agent returns most of the money. Cambodia, LaosAndi ***********
Anonymous participant 166 Ok, good you got most of your money back. Apply yourself in Cambodia or Laos. Cambodia can take a month though.
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