What are the requirements and experiences for applying for a DTV Visa in Malaysia?

Jul 20, 2024
4 months ago
Timmy *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
Hi all, I am going to Malaysia to apply DTV Visa next week. I have contacted Thai Penang consulate to ask about necessary documents. But they only feedback to check website. When I asked second time like contract specific requirements. They haven’t responded till now.

Has anyone who been to Malaysia successfully got DTV visa could share some details information about it?

Really appreciate it.
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The user is preparing to apply for a DTV Visa in Malaysia and seeks information about the necessary documents from the Thai consulate in Penang. Others in the thread share their experiences and confusion around visa applications in different locations, mention past rejections, and discuss whether online applications are possible. Comments detail personal experiences with visa acquisitions and highlight issues faced at the consulate.
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Uchiha ***********
how did it go??
Zoe *******
I thought it was all done online?
Todd *********
@Zoe ******
no neighbouring counties of Thailand have e-visa system. And you cannot apply from Thailand
Zoe *******
@Todd ********
ahhhhh I thought the whole purpose of the DTV visa is that it's an Evisa. Interested in the outcome of applying at a neighbouring embassy! Will be doing the same if it's an option.
Todd *********
@Zoe ******
it’s definitely going to be an option soon. But I have not seen any evidence of any being issued yet.
Paul *************
This is exactly the same response from Washington D.C. They are using the same old line, they can not define a valid DTV application, they will know it when they see one.
Klaus ******
Make attention in penang. Few years ago they refuse my ed visa!! I paid school already in krabi And I had given them all the documents, they told me that I didn't want to study but I wanted to stay in Thailand, despite the fact that I already had a multi-entry visa for 180 days... Pure madness
Džeina *********
@Klaus *****
did you manage to resolve it somehow?
Klaus ******
@Džeina ********
the school gave me the money back but I didn't get my ed visa..
Džeina *********
@Klaus *****
okay good they at least did that, most schools say “no refund”.
Klaus ******
Džeina Tauriņa the owner of this school in ao nang is very honest😉
John *******
@Klaus *****
was the embassy correct though?
Klaus ******
@John ******
thai consulate
John *******
@Klaus *****
No, I mean, was the consulate correct in their belief that you didn’t plan to study or were they wrong and you actually were planning to study?
Klaus ******
@John ******
What questions do you ask?I had a 180-day multi-entry visa and I wanted to change my visa to learn thai language
John *******
@Klaus *****
- did you push back with the consulate then, since you were going to study Thai?
Klaus ******
@John ******
What? I stop to talk with you.. Read reviews about the royal Thai consulate in Penang
John *******
@Klaus *****
No, I was just asking were you able to push back and convince the consulate to accept your documents for a student visa, or did you just have to accept decision? Just curious if you can supply more paperwork, etc.
Kieran *******
I am heading there on Monday. I sorted a work agreement contract with my employer, will print bank statements, come with the passport photo & that's all I believe. I am not sure what else they will ask, but I'll let you know!
John *******
@Kieran ******
bank account document
Nicole *********
@Kieran ******
sent you a private message!
Timmy *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Kieran ******
That’s Cool buddy, your sharing will definitely helps all.

There’s a list copy from internet :

What are the Requirements for a Thailand DTV Visa?

If you are going to apply for the Thailand DTV Visa, there are just a few requirements you have to meet, but they will differ depending on your category: workcation, soft power activity, or dependent. Make sure you have these documents ready before starting your application.

1. Passport or Travel Document

2. Passport Photograph

3. Document Showing Current Location

4. Evidence of Financial Assets*

• Amount of no less than 500,000 THB (differs by embassy)

• Bank statements, payslips, or a sponsorship letter can act as evidence

5. Proof of Purpose of Visit:

• Workcation: Employment contract, employment certificate from your country, or a professional portfolio showing your freelancer work

• Thai Soft Power: Proof of confirmation to attend the activity or a letter of appointment from a hospital or medical center

• Dependent of Primary DTV Holder: Proof of relationship, such as a marriage certificate, birth certificate, or certificate of adoption

Timmy *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
My Pleasure to update new info. Yep. connect them two-time only receive a perfunctory reply ,Maybe they are too busy to ignore us, will keep asking till get verification haha
Timmy *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
For sure ,

a mate said:

I was just at the Penang Embassy on Tuesday of this week. They said then that they aren't doing it yet. Call beforehand and verify they are accepting applications for it.
Tanya ********
@Timmy ******
oh really? Thank you for the info, we planned to go there next week, but maybe better to fly to Kuala Lumpur instead then. I tried to call the Penang consulate several times, but couldn't reach them
Zoe *******
@Timmy ******
please update us ☀
Tobias *****
U want get a visa in the thai embassy there ? Or online ? Is it possible to apply online when u still in th ? I choose my home embassy for the e visa dtv after comfirm i make a border run , is this possible?
John **********
@Tobias ****
you can't apply for the DTV visa while inside Thailand
Timmy *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Tobias ****
Now I am in Thailand, I am not sure someone can apply e-Visa within Thailand. My Tourist visa will expire , therefore I had to anther country by the way apply DTV visa chance it.
Timmy *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
Not yet next Tuesday apply.
Daisy *******
@Timmy ******
hi, any update?
Daisy *******
@Timmy ******
could you ask them if Chinese citizens can apply there? I plan to go next month. Thanks!
Timmy *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
Try at Penang consulte first. have booked ✈️ already. See what is going on next week.
Daisy *******
@Timmy ******
hi, did you apply in Penang yet?
Andrew *****
@Timmy ******
update us Timmy
Tobias *****
@Timmy ******
you want apply outside th online ?
John *******
Applying in Phnom Penh soon
Timmy *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
@John ******
Cool mate , hopefully after successfully you could share some applying details.
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