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What factors contribute to Vietnam's popularity as a visa destination compared to other countries, and how is the DTV visa application process from Hong Kong?

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Mar 14, 2025

20 days ago

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

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Hi! I just wanted to ask why is Vietnam such a popular location? What makes it number one compared to other countries? I’m from Hong Kong and was told that it’ll be a pain to process the DTV visa from Hong Kong and to stay in Vietnam for a day or two and get it sorted out at the embassy in Hanoi. Is there a specific reason for this? Do they not care how long the 500,000 THB has been held in your bank account for?

Another question I have is how long do you have to have the 500,000 thb in your account for? I’ve herd some say 6 months before you can apply and others say nothing so a bit confused about that

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The post discusses Vietnam's popularity as a destination for expats, particularly in comparison to options like Hong Kong, where the DTV visa application process can be challenging. Comments from other users elaborate on the difficulties faced in applying from Hong Kong, the importance of having the required 500,000 THB in a Thai bank account, and varying opinions on how long that amount needs to be held before applying for the visa. Some users share personal experiences, indicating that the process in Vietnam can be quicker and less cumbersome than in nearby countries.

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

I am from Hong Kong, and now in HCM waiting for my visa to approve! I didn’t do it in Hong Kong because it takes longer time as I heard from this group.

20 days ago

Steven *******

Anonymous participant 122 Did they ask for accommodation or income even though you're doing soft power?

20 days ago

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

@Steven ******

I submitted my Airbnb receipt, they ask me for additional doc of my selfie at Vietnam and me holding a Vietnam shop receipt with my name on Tues. didn’t ask me for income but I submitted it at the beginning

20 days ago

Steven *******

Anonymous participant 122 Good luck, sounds like you've got it in the bag

20 days ago

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Steven *******

Saw ********

Put 500,000 THB to my Thai bank only for 1 week. Got DTV in 4 working days as freelancer. All they asked is some additional documents and proof of income

20 days ago

Genevieve ****

@Saw *******

where did you apply please may i ask 🙏🏼

20 days ago

Saw ********

@Genevieve ***

it’s Hanoi bro

20 days ago

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Saw ********

John *******

Non residents are not able to apply via Hong Kong, so it really isn’t an option for most people. Laos requires you to apply online, but then you have to pay in person. They are also more likely to call you in for an interview. Cambodia, tends to be easy when it comes to paperwork, but takes 11 buisness days to process. Malaysia seems to request a lot of random documents. From previous posts, Vietnam, Jakarta, Philippines and Taiwan (not seeing many people mention Taiwan now) were quickest with little issues. That being said, it seems like Vietnam is now requesting payslips even for people applying under soft power

20 days ago

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

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@John ******

I am a permanent resident of Hong Kong would you say that would be the easiest option then? And do you have any info on if money needs to be held within your account?

20 days ago

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

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

What do you mean by pain to apply in Hong Kong ? Hong Kong have a high rejection rate for DTV?

20 days ago

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

I'm also in Hong Kong and will apply going via soft power route. Have not started application as still reading around the forums first.

20 days ago

James ********

Anonymous participant 962 do you have resident status in HK?

20 days ago

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James ********

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

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Anonymous participant 962 Not so much a high rejection rate but I’ve herd the documents they ask for is almost never ending I could be entirely wrong just from what I’ve been told I’m still planning on applying in hk since it’s where I’m from though

20 days ago

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

What are the requirements and processing time for the DTV visa application at the Thai Consulate in Hanoi?

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