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What are the requirements and process for obtaining a soft power Muay Thai visa in Thailand?
Muay Thai VisaDTV VisaVisa RequirementsSoft PowerExpat in ThailandMuay Thai TrainingHanoi EmbassyThailand Immigration
Oct 2, 2024
2 years ago
Sarah *******
ORIGINAL POSTERApproved for soft power Muay Thai in person in Hanoi ☺️ any questions, let me know!
TLDR : Answer Summary
The discussion revolves around the process and requirements for obtaining a DTV visa through Muay Thai training in Thailand. Key points include the necessary documents such as gym confirmation letters, bank statements, and rental agreements, as well as insights on the visa's duration and conditions. Participants share experiences, query specific requirements, and express interest in the Muay Thai gym enrollment process.
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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Zachus ********
Awesome! Congrats!!
John *******
You don't need to sign up for six months
Fabian ******
@John ******
does anyone know for sure how long the membership at a gym has to be?John *******
@Fabian *****
book a introduction to Muay Thai short course 1 day will get you it It's only crazy farang who dream up conditions
I would book a a week personally
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Karim ******
Please share with us name of muy thai gym?
James ********
@Karim *****
here's a licensed Muay Thai training school... FYI ********************************************************
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Tommy **********
And what after 6 months ?
James ********
@Tommy *********
you have a 5 year multiple entry DTV visa. Enjoy your trip and stay safe for 5 years in Thailand.Reply to
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Klee **************
Soft power does seem to be easier than proving you are a digital nomad or a remote worker, at least in my case when I switched categories to soft power, I was approved the next day
Monchhichi *****
@Klee *************
May I know what type of activities do you sign up for?George ********
@Klee *************
did you have to reapply and pay the fee?Klee **************
@George *******
no I did not have to pay two times, I paid once and they allowed me to change the category to soft power activities, the consulate in Vancouver. Canada was absolutely wonderful to deal with.Reply to
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Alex *******
That's awesome news, I'm waiting for my friend's update on his application + his kids for Muay Thai DTV too. Finger crossed it's as easy as yours!
Marcel *************
@Sarah ******
how often is the muay thai training per week?And what was the price for 6 months course?Thanks in advance😃Sarah *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Marcel ************
it’s a 2 x per day membership for 6 months - 48k at my gymReply to
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William ********
How long did you have the required money in your account for, was this an issue?
Sarah *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@William *******
1 month, wasn’t an issue for meWilliam ********
@Sarah ******
cool, thanksWilliam ********
Did you book an appointment or just turn up? The website says I don't need to book till after 25th October and the calendar says they are full till the end of the year.
Sarah *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@William *******
I booked an appointment. I think they are moving to evisa soonJames ********
@Sarah ******
correct ✅Reply to
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Derry *********
My gym muay thai fever has done 8 at HCM they are the most drama free of all regional consulates
Matt *******
Congrats, what gym did you go through?
Sarah *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Matt ******
Phuket Muay Thai ☺️Alex *******
@Sa***
is that the one at Rawai Beach?Sarah *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Alex ******
yes, exactly ☺️Reply to
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Sarah *******
ORIGINAL POSTERSo, this is what I submitted:
- letter from my Muay Thai gym saying that I was coming to practice Muay Thai, confirming the dates
- Confirmation of 6 month gym package booking
- Business registration of gym
- Gym owner’s passport copy
- Visa application form
- Colour copy of passport
- Bank statements - 6 months (only had the full amount for the last month) and last month statement (closing balance)
- Thailand Rental agreement
- Flight details
- Vietnam hotel booking
- $340 cash
- Passport size photo
They just asked for some clarification of bank statements (seems to be what they are looking for and asking about the most), but otherwise was pretty straightforward)
I had an appointment on Friday, they said by Weds. No email so I went to the embassy Weds morning and it was done. They are moving to evisa at Hanoi soon (no exactly sure of the date)
- letter from my Muay Thai gym saying that I was coming to practice Muay Thai, confirming the dates
- Confirmation of 6 month gym package booking
- Business registration of gym
- Gym owner’s passport copy
- Visa application form
- Colour copy of passport
- Bank statements - 6 months (only had the full amount for the last month) and last month statement (closing balance)
- Thailand Rental agreement
- Flight details
- Vietnam hotel booking
- $340 cash
- Passport size photo
They just asked for some clarification of bank statements (seems to be what they are looking for and asking about the most), but otherwise was pretty straightforward)
I had an appointment on Friday, they said by Weds. No email so I went to the embassy Weds morning and it was done. They are moving to evisa at Hanoi soon (no exactly sure of the date)
Monchhichi *****
@Sarah ******
Congratulation! May I know it is compulsory to submit the school business registration certificate and the related school owner’s passport copy?Sarah *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Monchhichi ****
I’m not 100% sure, this was advised by my gym but I don’t know if it was absolutely necessary or just a good to haveReply to
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Tommy **********
@Sarah ******
so what you gonna do after your 6 month gym package ?James ********
@Tommy *********
Enjoy her remaining 5 years in Thailand using her DTV multiple entry visa.Tommy **********
@James *******
Since when does a 6 month package become a 5 year stay?James ********
@Tommy *********
easy, the DTV visa is ISSUED for 5 years and it's multiple entry . EACH entry gives you 180 day STAMP on arrival. Can be extended one time for 180 days. Or do a simple LAND or Air or Sea border bounce to get another 180 day stamp.Tommy **********
@James *******
so a once off payment at a Muay Thai college will suffice ?James ********
@Tommy *********
read the recent posts about the DTV visa from licensed Muay Thai training centers. Once off payment is getting the DTV visa issued. But training participation is required ✅Reply to
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Sarah *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@กิตติศักดิ์ *********
they asked me to clarify what the amount was in Baht (it’s in another currency). But one of my friends got questioned about how he had the money and why it hadn’t been in there for longLeon ******
@Sarah ******
is your gym sports ministry registered for Muay Thai or just a normal gym?Sarah *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Leon *****
for me it was just: 1, invitation letter 2, membership purchase receipt, 3, company registration page 4, owner passport copyJames ********
@Leon *****
from other reports, it must be registered for Muay Thai training by the Thai government. With lots of documents.Sarah *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Leon *****
sorry, I’m not too sureReply to
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กิตติศักดิ์ **********
@Sarah ******
Would you mind saying what clarification they asked for on the bank statement? Thank youHimank ********
@Sarah ******
how did you finalise a rental agreement without being in Thailand?Sarah *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Himank *******
I was already in Thailand on a different visaReply to
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Dan ******
Could you please share what you booked/showed for the Muay Thai please? How many sessions did you book and what confirmation you needed?
Sarah *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Dan *****
just added another comment with everything I submitted. It was for 6 months at the gymReply to
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Trịnh **********
Only 6 months right? But in my knowledge Muay Thai in Student (Ed) Visa?
Sarah *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Trịnh *********
different to education visa, this is DTV specifically ☺️Sarah *******
ORIGINAL POSTERit’s a 5 year visa that gives you 180 days in Thailand at a time. You have to show that you have a certain amount of money in your bank and that prove your reason for being there (eg digital nomad or Muay Thai)
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Trịnh **********
@Sarah ******
can you please share some information about your process, requirement , and how many month we can stay in TL with this?Reply to
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Kannan **************
Can you share more info on Mauy thai please.
Thank you
Thank you
Kieran *******
Appointment needed or not?
Can you list exactly what documents were required there?
Thanks
Ps I’m assuming Viet embassies have not gone over to evisa applications yet?
Can you list exactly what documents were required there?
Thanks
Ps I’m assuming Viet embassies have not gone over to evisa applications yet?
Sarah *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Kieran ******
yes, I had an appointment, I think they move to evisa in the next week or so. See my other comment for docs ☺️Sarah *******
ORIGINAL POSTERGood luck ☺️
Kaia ******
@Sarah ******
Congrats! I've booked my flight to Hanoi next week and applying also for Muay Thai.William ********
@Kaia *****
hey Kaia, have you managed to book an appointment at the Hanoi embassy? I just keep getting that it's full. I think it could be evisa now...Kaia ******
@William *******
No. I'm just gonna turn up on the 9th. Not sure what else to do as my tickets and accommodation have already been booked and paid for...William ********
@Kaia *****
good luck! Please ket me know how you get on, I'm landing on the 13th.Kaia ******
@William *******
Will do buddy!Reply to
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Paul ********
@Kieran ******
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