What could be the reasons for my DTV visa rejection for Muay Thai at the Thai Embassy in Hanoi?

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Title: Rejected for DTV (Thai Muay Thai) – Hanoi Embassy – Need Advice**

Hi everyone,

I was just rejected for the Thai DTV (Destination Thailand Visa) and I'm hoping to get some insights from those with more experience. I applied at the Thai Embassy in Hanoi, Vietnam, and received the rejection email this afternoon.

Here’s my timeline and the documents I submitted:

Application submitted:August 17  
Status: "Pending Approval" on the Thai Visa website until today (August 28), when I received the rejection email.

What I submitted:

1. Proof of residency in Vietnam:
- Flight ticket into Hanoi
- Vietnamese visa and entry stamp
- 7-day hotel booking confirmation

2. Financial proof:
- 6-month bank statement showing a balance of over 500,000 THB
- Remote work contract/employment proof
- A cover letter explaining:
  - My remote work nature
  - Why I chose Muay Thai
  - My travel history (I attached copies of my valid 10-year multiple-entry visas for the US, Australia, and South Korea – to show I'm a genuine traveler with good travel records)

3. Muay Thai gym documents:
- Full course enrollment package from The Muay Thai Gym Chiang Mai (all documents they provided)

My questions for you:

1. I honestly believed my application was quite strong – good finances, solid travel history, and all required documents. Why do you think I was rejected?

2. Could the rejection be related to the new rule (effective August 31) that you can no longer apply for DTV while on a tourist visa/visa-exempt status?

3. Should I try applying again from my home country (where I'm a legal resident)?

4. Will this rejection go on my record and affect future Thai visa applications? Should I be worried about reapplying?

I would really appreciate any advice or similar experiences. Thanks in advance!

Ask Thailand · Answer

The user experienced a rejection of their Thailand DTV visa application for Muay Thai at the Thai Embassy in Hanoi. Despite submitting a detailed application with sufficient financial proof and relevant documents, they seek advice on potential reasons for rejection, including the possibility of confusing visa categories, the impact of new regulations, and the implications for future applications.

YellowCate*********** · Answer

If you’re a remote worker why did you submit an application with remote work and a course??? You’re just confusing everyone

quic***** · Answer

I applied on soft power and my agent stated that I will manage my property on airbnb from remote, but that is my source of income....

Straightf********** · Answer

Here's a question mate - you ever trained Muay Thai before ?

Did you include some photos or

DTV_Be******* · Answer

Why did you submit remote work paperwork if you were applying via soft power?  How long was your registered course?

Aaron ***** · Answer

Sometimes too much is too much. You applied for soft power but provided work information. Should have just stuck to the requirements for what you applied for.

Anonymous ****************** · Answer

Since you chose the Soft Power option, there was no need to additionally provide proof of remote work. Doing so may have confused the visa officer, because you can only apply under one category. The documents you submitted were repetitive and contradictory, which was the reason your visa application was refused.

Ale**** · Answer

I believe it was just another rejection with no reason. Do not try to find a reason..

Yes, other embassy will see the rejection (but it's not a big problem).

Yes, the only option now seems to apply from the home country.

Allan ******** · Answer

Soft power  but your also saying you are going to be working  ?

BronzeWa********* · Answer

Did you fly from Thailand to do this application ?

Jessica ******* · Answer

My husband has experienced the exactly same situation as you. Solid application. All legit and a rejection. This happened two days ago and we suspect is is due to the pending new rule

What could be the reasons for my DTV visa rejection for Muay Thai at the Thai Embassy in Hanoi?

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