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What are the requirements for applying for a Dtv visa in Thailand for soft power courses like Muay Thai or cooking?

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Nov 30, 2025

5 months ago

Anonymous *************

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I want to apply for Dtv visa, Soft power muay thai or cooking course.

My question is if the course has to have a minimum lenght to be accepted.

I'm still not sure whether to live in Phuket or Koh Samui, and what would be the exact location in one these 2 islands.

I don't want to pay for a course in one place if then I decide to live in another.

Would Muay Thai be accepted for a 55 years old woman? Obviously I dont want to go on the ring, but would love to get fitter. I regularly go to the gym and I can consider to do something more challenging. I would start from a basic course. 

Thank you

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user is interested in applying for a DTV visa to take a Muay Thai or cooking course in Thailand. They are unsure if there is a minimum course length required for visa acceptance or how to decide between living in Phuket or Koh Samui. Comments suggest that generally, a 6-month course is the minimum, and at 55 years old, the user can apply for a Non-Immigrant O visa, allowing them to engage in training or courses of their choice across Thailand.

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5 months ago

Greg ********

The age is fine. A 6 month course seems to be the requirement in many embassies now.

5 months ago

Robert *******

If you are 55 years young and not want to work while being in Thailand, apply for the Non Immigrant O visa and the 1 year Extension of Stay.

You can train or cook at any school when ever you like and where you like, while enjoying being retired in Thailand.

5 months ago

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Robert *******

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