What do I need to know about applying for a DTV visa at the Thai consulate in HCMC, Vietnam?

@Matthias ***********

but if you are in Vietnam, why attempt to lie to a government if you want to live there? Just pay for formal translation. It is worth it for a 5 year visa

@Matthias ***********

- well, the “why” is because that is the Thai government policy, and if they think you lie to them, they can deny/ban, etc. The verify part, is not easy. Some applicants have been asked to share every page in their passport (meaning the embassy has assumed that the applicant lied and wants to see evidence of where they are). Others have been successful in getting through, lying on the application, and Thai government not red flagging.

@Matthias ***********

formal translation would be 10-15 usd

@Matthias ***********

- I don’t know. I applied via Phnom Penh and since I am American, my documents were already in English. 40 Euro per page seems like a lot.

@Matthias ***********

where are you now then?

@Vijay ****

this is incorrect and bad advice. When you start the e-visa it asks your location and advises if you can use the system or not. Vietnam is not on the e-visa system as of yet. As

@Matthias ***********

states, he is not in his home country so is not able to use the e-visa site for that location... unless he falsifies information and lies about his location. If that is discovered his visa would be denied and he would be out the visa fee. It would not help the OP at all since the actual paper application is different then the online one.

French citizens can enter Thailand without a visa for a maximum stay of 30 days if they meet the following conditions:

1. Hold a valid French passport with at least 6 months' validity

2. Enter Thailand through an international airport or designated land border crossing

3. Have proof of onward travel (flight ticket, bus ticket, etc.)

4. Have proof of sufficient funds (THB 10,000 or equivalent, approximately EUR 280)

5. Have a valid address in Thailand (hotel booking, etc.)

Note: This visa exemption is for tourism purposes only. If you plan to stay longer than 30 days or for other purposes (work, study, etc.), you must apply for a relevant visa at the Thai Embassy or Consulate before your trip.

Also, French citizens can apply for a Single Entry Tourist Visa (valid for 60 days) or a Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (valid for 6 months) if they wish to stay longer or travel to Thailand multiple times.

Please verify the information with the Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate before your trip to ensure you have the most up-to-date requirements.

@Vijay ****

Your information is mostly correct except for the number of days on the visa exempt entry. Citizens of France can enter visa exempt for 60 days, not 30. This initial 60 day stay can be extended once at immigration for a maximum of 30 days, so 90 days is possible. That being said, the OP was asking specifically about a DTV. I am sure your info, though, will benefit those looking for data on shorter stays.

@Vijay ****

he is applying for a 5 year DTV visa.