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What experiences have people had using DTV for medical treatments in Thailand?

DTV medical treatment Thailand visa rules treatment plans expats

Gregory ********

asked May 28, 2026

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Anyone used DTV and for what, such as cooking classes medical. I’m exploring medical. If you used that, what was it for and how long of a treatment plan did you need.

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The discussion revolves around experiences with the DTV (Diversity Visa) program in Thailand, particularly regarding its use for medical treatments. Several users discuss the necessity of having a lengthy treatment plan (over 6 months) provided by a recognized medical professional as part of the DTV application. Personal anecdotes include sourcing treatment plans from specific hospitals and the implications of immigration rules. Participants also touch on the connection between medical treatment plans and obtaining qualifications for diving, with references to divemaster courses being part of the conversation.

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Paul ********

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5 months ago

Gregory ********

Paul Walker so how long is the course? And the dive shop have you a DTV letter?

5 months ago

Paul ********

Gregory Hilton not yet bud waiting with baited breathe..4-6 weeks..brilliant shop in chalong love dive..edo and his staff are brilliant sophie,Sam,meow and vince hold my hats off to them..couldn't have picked a better place..back on 7th will have 2 days rest when start..get ya self over 😀

5 months ago

Gregory ********

Paul Walker say more, please..

5 months ago

Paul ********

Gregory Hilton I tried to submit on phone impossible...and with help got it done(def not tech savvy)..been there since dec..I return on the 7th to continue with divemaster course as I aint coming back to uk...not being treated like a 2nd class citizen in my own country...so came out to do divemaster then hopefully instructor(see how it goes) im 57 and if pass at least i can earn a bit here and there(dive shop said they would offer me work) so anything better than here

5 months ago

John **********

For a DTV based on medical treatment your going to need a treatment plan of well over 6 months provided by a recognised medical professional at a legitimate medical facility on the facilities letterhead

5 months ago

Gregory ********

@John *********

my girlfriend hooked me up with the private hospital in Surin by her house.

I’ll be there for a month in September. I’ll have it printed out showing my ongoing monthly treatment and have them sign it. I can secure a house at that time as well before I return.

Vietnam has been a breeze-even with the 90 day drill-compared to Thailand. With that said, I’m glad Thailand is tightening immigration. I see problems starting in Vietnam.

5 months ago

John **********

@Gregory *******

you misunderstand the process. The medical professional must examine you and determine, and produce, the treatment plan from that examination. You can't just rock up with something you cobbled together and say here sign that.

5 months ago

Gregory ********

But it won’t be in my words it comes out like from them in the same way an attorney hands a judgment to the judge to sign with what’s needed.

5 months ago

Gregory ********

@John *********

I’m only telling you what the Ruampat Surin Hospital told me to do. I type up that they’ll be seeing me monthly for my condition and they’ll sign it after my first visit in September. Everything I’ve seen so far says to keep it simple for immigration, in that they don’t need anything complicated, just something showing a 6 month or better plan. The hospital confirmed that.

5 months ago

Gregory ********

@John *********

that i can do and do you know if there’s follow up to keep the 5 years?

5 months ago

John **********

@Gregory *******

not that I'm currently aware of

5 months ago