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What insights can be shared about the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) process?
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Jul 30, 2024
2 years ago
Radek *******
ORIGINAL POSTERFresh DTV entry. Immigration was surprised, called about 5 people, as I was the first one 😃
TLDR : Answer Summary
This discussion revolves around a user's successful application for the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV), which they received without complications during their immigration process. Several commenters inquire about the nature of the DTV, the required documentation for applications (like proof of activity), and specifically how numerous individuals have obtained this visa based on various forms of activities, such as attending Muay Thai courses or participating in soft power initiatives. The conversation also touches on the perceived ease and potential implications of the DTV on existing visa types in Thailand.
DTV VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
- Take the basic DTV Qualification Test to see if you're eligible for the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV).
- For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
- Explore recent discussions by using the DTV Visa tag in the search box at the top of the page.
- Join the Thai Visa Advice Facebook Group to ask your questions, and get advice from others.
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Amanda ********
Congratulations 🎊
Tj ********
Would be a cool tattoo if you are into them
Vania *********
I sent you a DM 👋
Tom *******
Sweet
Stephen *****
Well congratulation
Harry *******
Congratulations!
Ronnie *******
What is DTV???
Andi ***********
@Ronnie ******
Destination Thailand VisaReply to
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Mark *******
Good stuff!!
Carlos *********
Congrats! how long did the application process take?
Radek *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Carlos ********
about a weekReply to
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Andy ************
Little beauty! Welcome to the new retirement visa! 👍
Andi ***********
@Andy ***********
Do you think it will really replace the retirement visa ?Graham ******
@Andi **********
No because many currently on Retirement Visas will not meet the requirements for a DTV (unless they enrol for a 3 day cookery class 555)Andy ************
@Graham *****
It's pretty easy to become a "remote worker". Just register a business name and do a few simple trades on the sharemarket. If brainless YouTubers can do it, anyone can.Reply to
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Andy ************
@Andi **********
For many people yes it will. It trumps all the other retirement visas, O, OA, OX and LTR in requirements.Todd *********
@Andy ***********
is right. If you fail to qualify for LTR, DTV has you and every 22 year backpacker covered. They are already calling it the Cheap Andy visa! A beauty 😂Andy ************
@Todd ********
Yep. I reckon we're going to see a drop in METV applications too. The DTV is the way forward! From backpackers to crusty old retirees, it's a winner!!Andi ***********
@Andy ***********
the DTV you can only get it once for 5 years or continue to get another one after 5 yrs?Reply to
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Roman ********
Gratuluju. Byl tam nějaký zádrhel v procesu ?
Frank-Steven ***********
Nice. Thanks for sharing. Enjoy your stay. I assume you got the DTV based off of working remotely? I still hope to find any proof of someone having managed to get one based off of Thai soft power activities.
Pui *****
@Frank-Steven **********
there have been a couple of posts in various Facebook groups of people getting the DTV successfully by showing one medical appointment.Frank-Steven ***********
@Pui ****
Thanks. I only really participate in this group. Here I have not seen any such reports other than 3rd party hearsay.Reply to
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Andi ***********
@Frank-Steven **********
There is a posting by someone from the UK who received a DTV based on a 4-week Muay Thai course confirmation letter. Applied online.Frank-Steven ***********
@Andi **********
Maybe I missed that post or it was in another group.Andi ***********
@Frank-Steven **********
"Oddly some Embassies say attending a music festival is a valid reason for giving the Visa. I am from UK and now have the DTV based on a 4 week booking of lessons only at a Muay Thai gym. Not actually sure how short that booking could be and still justify the Visa" I just used a confirmation email from the gym I'm going to as the document.The Muay Thai gym is a fairly new one on Phuket with an American owner.
I think the rules will be better defined over the next year - but TiT so each Embassy will have it's own.
VFS actually processed mine not actual Thai civil servants. At the moment the VFS team acting on behalf of the UK Embassy seem to have a lenient interpretation of the documents needed."
Frank-Steven ***********
@Andi **********
Interesting. If true, it would be the first I am hearing of this and that someone could manage to apply with a short and random gym conformation. I was under the impression institutions would need a government license to qualify.Andi ***********
@Frank-Steven **********
Seems, just a letter of participation is needed, Somone who contacted Indonesia regarding in person application said no minimum course time is needed, just a letter and proof of the 500K.Frank-Steven ***********
@Andi **********
A crazy development. Will be interesting to observe how this all plays out and how Thailand will be affected by this further opening with low to now barriers. I am happy for fellows who have been waiting for better ways and visa. But I am also concerned about the amount and type of people Thailand might be attracting now.Andi ***********
@Frank-Steven **********
I imagine things will tighten up if DTV entrants cause "trouble". Also, at the 6mths mark for extension and even reentry immigration can request evidence of funds and approved activity. Would be wise not to burn through the 500K if staying 6mths plus.Reply to
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Johnny ****
WOW thanks for posting the photo. It felt too good to be true, but it's here! This is making me want to go back to Thailand ASAP and spend more time there each year.
Alexander ****
get out of ukraine lol
Tin **********
@Johnny ***
yes more vidsReply to
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Todd *********
I assume you carried in the 5 year visa with you?
Radek *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Todd ********
yes, printedReply to
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Chairat ***********
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Henrik *****
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Your data is not secure.
Stuart *********
@Chairat **********
Although that website seems official it is not. It’s just a website run by a law firm.Reply to
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Jargalsaikhan ********
What did they ask if any? I'm curious
Radek *******
ORIGINAL POSTER@Jargalsaikhan *******
nothing. Just gave me the stamp 😃Jargalsaikhan ********
@Radek ******
that sounds great 👍🏻Reply to
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Gian *******
Legend!
I'm going to Phnom Phen in 2 weeks to try my application
I'm going to Phnom Phen in 2 weeks to try my application
John *******
@Gian ******
submitted today in Phnom Penh. FYI, it is a week turnaround timeDiane ******
@John ******
Hi John I'm in Cambodia as well, are you on a work visa here as well? Did the PP Thai consulate ask for your PP employment contract before you can apply for DTV here?Gian *******
@John ******
yes, and apparently it's a bit more expensive than the *****
baht too, no?John *******
@Gian ******
$400Reply to
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Andi ***********
@Gian ******
let us know how it goes. I'm interested in doing it there or Laos.Gian *******
@Andi **********
I will, right now I'm collecting some documents so I go preparedAndi ***********
Gian Rossa You doing the remote work option?
Gian *******
@Andi **********
freelance workReply to
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Jo **********
great to see that stamp
Eric *******
Care if I ask did you select digital nomad or the soft power option and if so what did you say for the soft power proof of activity?
Jeff ******
@Eric ******
I don’t think anyone has gotten the soft power option yet, from what I can tell? Because it doesn’t seem clear what activities are authorized under the DTV. I would love to know as well, since I’m not a digital nomad/ remote worker 🤷♂️Tj ********
@Jeff *****
is like to know as well. Been trying to find a gym for weeks but they all say the same thing. None are cleared certified yet but it’s comingJeff ******
@Tj *******
yeah man, it seems this Visa is just directed towards remote workers/digital nomads, so far. In these Visa groups, I haven’t seen anyone say they’ve been approved with the soft power option yet.Reply to
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Pui *****
@Jeff *****
several people have posted in various groups that they successfully got the DTV by showing a single medical appointment.Jeff ******
@Pui ****
ah that’s good to know! I wonder how one gets a medical appointment, when they’re not actually in Thailand? 🤔Eric *******
just shot a msg out to a clinic to get some bloodwork and asked for some sort of receipt/appointment combo I can show to the DTV people. will report back if this works
Jeff ******
@Eric ******
hey if all it takes is bloodwork, that’s interesting! Curious to see if this works…Pui *****
@Jeff *****
I assume you call a hospital or dentist and make an appointment and they send you a confirmation email.Reply to
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Brandon ************
@Eric ******
He's made multiple posts about his process. You can find them under his profile in the group.Reply to
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