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What are the requirements for applying for a DTV visa for my Filipina girlfriend if I'm her American sponsor?

James *********
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Hello I’m American and my girlfriend is Filipina we are looking to both apply for the DTV. I will be sponsoring here and we are wondering what is needed to apply!

We are currently in Vietnam and I have the money and everything necessary for proof of funds
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An American expat seeks to sponsor his Filipina girlfriend for a DTV (Digital Nomad Visa) while they are in Vietnam. There is confusion about the sponsorship requirements, as comments highlight that girlfriends are not considered immediate family for dependency visas, and that the girlfriend may need to apply independently for her visa. Suggestions include exploring the Thai embassy website for detailed information, considering courses or classes to qualify for a visa, and potentially using an agency for assistance.
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Maria *************
Maria *************
You posted the same question March 8, the answers are the same, you are not married..

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Guy *******
Guy *******
Chat GTP please !
Graham ******
Graham ******
You were told last time that a girlfriend cannot get a dependent DTV
Pete ********
Pete ********
Just use an agent … Thai visa service is a good one just search on google …..
Hǝınz ***********
Hǝınz ***********
With what reason will you apply for the DTV?
James *********
James *********
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Hǝınz Mɐzǝnɐnǝɹ we were thinking soft power route
Hǝınz ***********
Hǝınz ***********
James Jenkins so you’re going to need a booking confirmation from a cooking school, muay thai etc.
Wilfred ********
Wilfred ********
Try doing a Google search
Jord ******
Jord ******
Always one bellend 👍
James *********
James *********
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Wilfred Naylor amazing Naylor i didn’t even think about that. Such a great idea!
Wannikea *********
Wannikea *********
Ain't going to happen the way you're writing the story.
Stephen ********
Stephen ********
Get her to sign up for a 4-week cooking class - that'll give her a five year visa
Frank **********
Frank **********
Since you are not married she may have to apply for her own Visa. Good luck.
James *********
James *********
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Frank **********
Frank **********
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Dca *****
Dca *****
DTV E–Visa Dependants =

Spouse with Marriage Certificate, or,

Children Age under 20 with DTV E–Visa Main Holder Listed as a Parent on Child's Birth Certificate
James *********
James *********
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Dca Dca thank you
Galenus ******
Galenus ******
The Thai embassy's website gives all information.👍
James *********
James *********
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Galenus Gold thanks gold
John **********
John **********
Sponsorship letters are normally only good for immediate family, girlfriends are not family so I doubt you will be able to sponsor her as she will need to apply and qualify for the DTV in her own right. What you will each need will depend on the reason you want to obtain the DTV

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