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What are the requirements and experiences for getting a Thai visa while bringing pets?

Nov 3, 2025
6 months ago
Alexandra ***********
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Got approved yesterday in Belgium!

Submitted on the 13th October, soft power thaΓ― cuisine with Arun Thai Cooking in Bangkok.

Extra documents requested on the 16th (picture matching thai standards and a cover letter explaining my plan for the next five years in Thailand)

Approved on the 31th !

No magic spells, just matching their criteria :

more than 15k euros bank statements (I showed three months and highlighted the ending balance), proof of enrollment, proof of current location, flight itinerary and Airbnb booking for 25 days

My partner got approved simultaneously with a Muay Thai course (Fitfac gym)

... And we got the import permit for our cat 😺

Feel free to ask any question!
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TLDR : Answer Summary
A user shares their successful experience in obtaining a Thai visa for soft power Thai cuisine and their partner's approval for a Muay Thai course. They detail the documentation submitted, including bank statements, proof of enrollment, and accommodations. Additionally, they mention successfully acquiring an import permit for their cat, indicating a positive move towards living in Thailand.
James ********
Thank You for your helpful report πŸ‘

Congratulations πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘

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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Justin *******
I applied for the Muay Thai visa on the 17th from Vietnam. I am still waiting and I used a law service. I saw someone else applied from the same city as me and was approved in 5 days. This is crazy lol
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Andi ***********
@Justin *****
There are delays in Vietnam at the moment, Cambodia too Using an agent won't speed things up, they only do what you would yourself do. Hopefully you get your approval very soon.
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Thoughtful**********
@Andi **********
why’s delays?
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Andi ***********
ThoughtfulLychee5096 increase in applications particularly in Vietnam.
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Justin *******
@Andi **********
thank you. I hope so too
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Antoine *********
Congratulations and also you're bringing your cat and not leaving them behind. We brought ours as well.
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