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What is the best neighboring country for a UK passport holder to apply for a DTV while in Chiang Mai?

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Aug 5, 2025

9 months ago

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

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Hi Guys… I’m a UK Passport holder. I am currently in Chiang Mai. my tourist visa expires in a couple of weeks. I’m trying to work out which of the neighbouring countries is easiest to travel to and apply for a DTV from using the soft power option. I’m considering travel routes, ease of application process, speed, cost etc. I was going to book a 2 week stay somewhere but seems it might not be necessary as I’ve noticed some applications are processed in 3 or 4 days in some cases. I’d appreciate any advice you can offer. Thanks in advance

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TLDR : Answer Summary

A UK passport holder currently in Chiang Mai is seeking advice on the easiest neighboring country for applying for a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) using the soft power option. The individual is considering travel routes, application speed, costs, and whether a long stay is necessary for the application process. Community comments suggest traveling to Vietnam or Indonesia, with specific recommendations to apply in Hanoi or Bali, while also cautioning about varying processing times.

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Search the group for the individual Thai Embassies under consideration, then you will find loads of answers to those questions.

9 months ago

Ganita ********

We are thinking what to do too from CM.

9 months ago

Muay *************

Jakarta is the best in SEA, you can apply from Bali. But Vietnam is also ok

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9 months ago

Wannikea *********

Definitely Vietnam

9 months ago

Meaw ************

Vietnam/Indonesia

But since you are in CM

Go Hanoi :)

9 months ago

Greg ********

If it was me I would take the cheap Air Asia flight from CNX to Hanoi and apply there. Then while it was processing do some sight seeing. Sapa, Ninh Binh etc. Might even fly to Danang for Hoi An

9 months ago

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

Be very careful. Some people wait 3 days some wait 3 weeks. Don’t have an end date in mind and once submitted just enjoy whatever country you are in🙂.

9 months ago

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