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What are the requirements and experience for obtaining a DTV visa from the Thai Embassy in Hanoi?
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Aug 5, 2024
2 years ago
Jordi ******
ORIGINAL POSTERHi everyone,
I just got my DTV visa from the Thai embassy in Hanoi and wanted to share my experience as a freelancer. Here are the key points:
1. They asked for invoices and a government paper proving I'm a freelancer, notarized by a notary.
2. A bank statement showing 500,000 THB wasn't enough; they needed statements from the last six months.
3. The visa fee is $340, cash only in dollars.
4. I had to provide a portfolio since I don't have contracts with companies.
5. Required documents included: six months of bank statements, visa application, passport photo, client invoices, a certificate proving I'm Spanish, passport photocopy, and my portfolio.
6. They also needed a hotel booking or leasing contract for my stay in Thailand, plus a hotel reservation in Hanoi.
7. The staff was unhelpful and had a bad attitude. You must make an appointment online to submit your documents.
I applied on Friday and got the visa today, thanks to an urgent situation with my girlfriend that required us to fly earlier, otherwise they said it takes up to a week. I hope this helps anyone planning to apply!
I just got my DTV visa from the Thai embassy in Hanoi and wanted to share my experience as a freelancer. Here are the key points:
1. They asked for invoices and a government paper proving I'm a freelancer, notarized by a notary.
2. A bank statement showing 500,000 THB wasn't enough; they needed statements from the last six months.
3. The visa fee is $340, cash only in dollars.
4. I had to provide a portfolio since I don't have contracts with companies.
5. Required documents included: six months of bank statements, visa application, passport photo, client invoices, a certificate proving I'm Spanish, passport photocopy, and my portfolio.
6. They also needed a hotel booking or leasing contract for my stay in Thailand, plus a hotel reservation in Hanoi.
7. The staff was unhelpful and had a bad attitude. You must make an appointment online to submit your documents.
I applied on Friday and got the visa today, thanks to an urgent situation with my girlfriend that required us to fly earlier, otherwise they said it takes up to a week. I hope this helps anyone planning to apply!
TLDR : Answer Summary
The user shares their experience obtaining a DTV visa as a freelancer from the Thai embassy in Hanoi. Key points include requirements for invoicing and proof of freelance work, needing six months of bank statements, and the visa fee being $340. The process was expedited due to personal circumstances, with the applicant recommending checking specific embassy requirements as they may vary.
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- Take the basic DTV Qualification Test to see if you're eligible for the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV).
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Brandon ************
Certificate proving you're Spanish? Was your passport not enough for them?
Kurt *****
@Jordi *****
Proof of stay in Thailand, you must show a booking or leasing contract for the entire 6 months?John ******
Not so easy! Congratulations!
Sebastian ******
Congrats! How did you even get stuff like "government paper proving I'm a freelancer, notarized by a notary" while in Hanoi? Or did you bring it all with you?
Michael ********
About point #2, do you know if you must maintain a balance of 500k baht or it must currently be 500k baht at the time that you apply?
I don’t normally keep 500k baht in a single account, but my income would definitely be satisfactory so I’m wondering if 500k at time of applying along with the history of decent income is fine?
I don’t normally keep 500k baht in a single account, but my income would definitely be satisfactory so I’m wondering if 500k at time of applying along with the history of decent income is fine?
Bryan *********
Hanoi has never been an easy embassy to use.
Andi ***********
Thanks for the update , Seems the SE Asian Embassies are getting more strict.
Lana ********
Thanks for sharing.
How does one prove that they’re a freelancer?
How does one prove that they’re a freelancer?
James ********
@Lana *******
Read his Post and those of others on the forum. Look at the Thai Embassy or Consulate website for their requirements for the DVT visa.Reply to
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Roger ******
Or you have to renew it every year?
James ********
@Roger *****
nope... it's valid for 5 years, 180 days STAMP on arrival into Thailand. Read the posts describing the DVT visa. See the DVT visa post by @Tod ********
. The answers are there to read.Reply to
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Roger ******
You got the visa for 5 years?
James ********
@Roger *****
Yes it's a 5 year multiple entry DVT visa.Reply to
James ********
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James ********
Thank you for your helpful report.
Congratulations 👏👏👏 on obtaining the DTV visa from the Thai Embassy in Hanoi, Vietnam.
Again we point out that the requirements for the DTV visa can and do vary between Thai Embassy and Consulate worldwide.
Look at the Thai Embassy or Consulate website in the country where you wish to make an application for the DTV visa for their requirements.
Congratulations 👏👏👏 on obtaining the DTV visa from the Thai Embassy in Hanoi, Vietnam.
Again we point out that the requirements for the DTV visa can and do vary between Thai Embassy and Consulate worldwide.
Look at the Thai Embassy or Consulate website in the country where you wish to make an application for the DTV visa for their requirements.
James ********
I assume that your DTV visa sticker is now pasted in your Passport as you applied for it at a Thai Embassy or Consulate which is NOT yet using the Evisa online application system.
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