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What is the entry experience like for first-time travelers to Thailand on a DTV?

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Landed in BKK, no questions asked

I just wanted to share my experience as this group has helped me so much and I was nervous as a goat coming in for the first time.

But I just landed, the IO barely looked at me while I passed him my passport and A6 DTV. He just stamped me in and I was on my way in less than a minute. It’s my first time entering.

Take it from someone who overprepared documents just in case: it’s not that deep. Just stay calm and if all your bits are in order, you’ll be smooth sailing
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A user shares their first-time experience entering Thailand through Bangkok (BKK) on a DTV (Digital Nomad Visa), noting that the immigration officer only took a minute to stamp their passport with minimal scrutiny. The post encourages others to stay calm and be prepared, as over-preparing can alleviate anxiety. Comments from other users reflect similar smooth experiences and the importance of being prepared for travel.
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OutgoingGo**********
Facts ! I entered for the first time on my DTV yesterday and it was smooth less than a minute as well. People in this group will really make you stress out before entering but in reality it’s not that deep lol
Ian **********
Ian **********
Did you check the date on the stamp before you left the immigration area? Always best to do this in case the IO is daydreaming. Your experience is the same as most people; very few get selected for secondary screening.
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Was it laminated?
Heath ********
Heath ********
Better to be over prepared then under. Doing things right means u have nothing to worry about. Im also on a dtv and im about to go to vietnam. Im going to bring the 20k baht with me just in case

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