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What are the requirements and experiences for applying for the DTV Visa at the Thai Embassy in Kuala Lumpur, especially for foreign companies?

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Aug 7, 2024
4 months ago
Daniela ******
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**DTV (DESTINATION THAILAND VISA)

application in KL

I have a question for those who already applied and maybe have the same situation.

I am German, my company is US.

Thai Embassy KL requires:

contract + company license, authenticated by the embassy of the country where the company is located.

Anyone in a similar situation - that the company you work for is another than your home country - and successfully did this?**
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The post discusses the challenges faced by a German expat applying for a DTV (Destination Thailand Visa) at the Thai Embassy in Kuala Lumpur, particularly regarding documentation requirements for employees of foreign companies, such as notarized contracts and company licenses. Several commenters share their experiences and tips, including alternative application locations like Kota Bahru and recommend contacting relevant embassies for assistance with document authentication.
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Alex ******
Wow... I was thinking of applying in KL, but the company I have contract (I owe it, actually) is in Hong Kong... So it means I'll need to get it stamped / notarized in Chinese embassy in KL? I don't see that happening... I guess I'll have to try my luck elsewhere, maybe Laos or Cambodia.
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Daniela ******
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 Check Kota Baru requirements.... Different than KL
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Tom ***********
I had the same situation as a UK national who works for a US company.

I went to the US embassy in KL and they notarised my contract without issue.

I ended up flying to Kota Bahru to apply though rather than applying in KL itself as they wanted a six-month tenancy agreement and I only intend to stay for three.

Kota Bahru was happy to accept a one-month agreement. The only other document they wanted in addition to a notarised contract of employment, tenancy agreement, and proof of funds was an up-to-date CV. No requirement for a company license.

My application was approved yesterday and only took 24 hours to process. No appointment is needed. Very fast/convenient compared to KL’s appointment-based system.
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@Tom **********
 I’m curious what they notarized exactly.

A notary has to witness all parties signing the contract and confirm their identities.

Was the contract unsigned and you signed it in front of them or did you print out an already signed copy and then sign it again?
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@Tom **********
 I see, good to know, thanks.
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@Alan ******
 my contract was already signed. I did not sign it again.

You fill out a document that explains exactly why you need your contract notarising. You then ‘swear’ that the contents of the explanation are true in front of the notarising officer. The officer then signs/seals it stating that, to the best of their knowledge, the contents within are true.

Not a ‘true’ notarisation but still accepted as such by the Thai embassy. They just want to see a stamp as a formality, but they don’t read into it beyond that.
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@Tom **********
 I noticed the US consulates in Thailand no longer do that. They issue a document to explain it to any Thai staff.

But seems some consulates in other countries do, or maybe also don’t.

Love how consistent these things are.

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@Tom **********
 Thank you for sharing. I will probably apply there. May I ask you about the proof of funds? Do you know how many months back they require to see the statements? And for the tenancy agreement, is an Agoda booking acceptable ?
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 I provided a bank statement that went back three months. I do not know how many months back they mandated as a minimum. I also do not know if an Agonda booking would work but I assume it would. I had an actual tenancy agreement/contract, however, so I can't say for sure. I'm sorry I couldn't be of more help there.
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@Tom **********
 wow 6 months tenancy agreement when you are supposed to enter thailand within 3 months from getting the visa... that surely does not make much sense :)
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@Peter ********
 it's a six-month tenancy agreement for a rental property in Thailand, not your current location/home country. Because you get stamped in for 180 days they're assuming you're going to stay for that entire period, but that's not the case for everyone and excludes those who want to go for shorter periods and/or don't want to stay in one place the entire time.
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Daniela ******
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@Tom **********
 great news, thank you for sharing!
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Pitch ******
Went yesterday and they didn't accept soft power applications. Business ones seems very difficult. They give you an appointment 1 week later for additional documents... this can take a while or end in a rejection. Better to try somewhere else...Good luck all !
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Filip *******
Better look for an other embassy, not all ask those stamps.
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Daniela ******
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@Filip ******
 yes, that's plan B 😅

Anyway, it'll be helpful and interesting what the US Embassy answer.
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Zoe *******
Oh wow I'm in KL now and was thinking about applying
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Daniela ******
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@Zoe ******
 Kota Baru is an option
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@Zoe ******
 I believe Vientiane is the closest with the least faff involved. Might change tomorrow though 🙃
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Daniela ******
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@Chris ****
 it might
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Chris *****
@Daniela *****
 I’ve found muttering “TiT” into yourself at least thrice a day really helps
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James ********
This may prove to be a real challenge to getting the document required by the Kuala Lumpur Thai Embassy for the DVT Visa.

Hopefully members may have a helpful suggestion. I do not 🫣

Did you look on the KL Thai Embassy website before you submitted your application for the DVT visa to see the requirements?

I wish you Good Luck 🍀
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Daniela ******
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@James *******
 haven't submitted yet.

I'm in the preparation phase 🙂

And yes, checked KL Thai Embassy requirements
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 Good Luck 🍀
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Tod *********
people who went to KL to apply were sent to the embassy where their company was located to get their documents stamped SO I'd contact the US embassy in Malaysia and see if they can do it for you
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Daniela ******
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@Ettie ********
 Tom Lancaster was successful... Read his comment
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Daniela ******
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I already sent an email to the US embassy...I'll update once I know!
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