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What is the experience like applying for a DTV visa at the Thai Consulate in Hanoi, Vietnam?

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May I know is there anyone who apply DTV visa from Hanoi, Vietnam? How’s their service there ? I saw bad reviews in Google and I’m scared to apply 😭 what if they reject for no reason? 😭

Another question: I’m about to apply in Next Wednesday. Do you think I will get the visa in Friday since visa working day is 1-3 days?
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The post seeks experiences of individuals who have applied for a DTV visa in Hanoi, especially regarding service quality amid concerns about negative reviews. Commenters share their experiences, mentioning that despite some critiques, they received their visas within a few days when proper documentation was provided. They emphasize the importance of preparing all necessary documents and suggest checking the embassy's website for details to prevent misunderstandings.
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Henrik *****
Henrik *****
Read the Embassy website about visa very thoroughly, to avoid problems / misunderstanding.
Kimlani ********
Kimlani ********
I recieved dtv in Hanoi last week. They were really fastidious. Need accommodation print out for Vietnam, accommodation print out for Thailand, 6 month bank statements with monies in the account for that time, work contract/or letter from employer notarised, asked for pay slips however could show them the income into the account on 6 month statements. $340 US dollars for application also.

Best of luck to you!!

You can book an appointment online, but they didnt seem too worried about that..also print shop around the corner in case they want any additional info. Lodged Monday and collected the Friday (but was ready on the Thursday).
Salim *******
Salim *******
@Kimlani *******
were they firm on the 6 months bank statement part?

Thank you for your help.
Kimlani ********
Kimlani ********
@Salim ******
I only gave 5 months and they didnt say anything.
Kimlani ********
Kimlani ********
Salim *******
Salim *******
@Kimlani *******
full 5 months had the 500k on it?
Panjai ************
Panjai ************
@Kimlani *******
hi. If you don’t mind. As you mentioned your work contract/ letter from employer motorized. - did you need to get this motorized by your home country’s embassy in the country that you’re currently living in now?
Kimlani ********
Kimlani ********
@Panjai ***********
I had the work documents notarised in the country Im living in. I read someone had been advised by Hanoi Embassy that this wqs a requirement, so I did the same.
Panjai ************
Panjai ************
@Kimlani *******
hi. I will be apply my DTV in Hanoi late September. I am self employed.

Does any contract/ work documents really required to be notorized?
Pham *****
Pham *****
@Kimlani *******
do they require the employment contract notarized? I didn’t see the information on their page
Anonymous *************
Anonymous *************
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@Kimlani *******
may I know what is the accommodation print out in Thailand? Is the Hotel booking of 1 month enough? Because I didn’t rent a condo yet since I’m just processing visa and it’s not so sure yet. That’s why.

For the pay slips, what if the company pay me in Cash for my salary?
Kimlani ********
Kimlani ********
Anonymous participant Yes I'd say the accomodation print out for Thailand would work. I'd have your employer say you work remotely and pay you in cash in the letter. Hope that helps.
Tim *****************
Tim *****************
I got my OA there this year and the staff were fine. Few issues on my side, so I had to go a few times, but they spoke English well. This review just seems like one person’s experience as met a handful of others there who didn’t have these kind of issues.

Also, it was rarely busy so never had to wait, even though I had to book an appointment. They just said turn up whenever.
Anonymous *************
Anonymous *************
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@Tim ****************
I see. Thanks for your information sir 🙏🏻
Vu ************
Vu ************
The staff is just the person who receives the documents, and the person who approves them is Thai. You just need to prepare all the documents. My friend and I both received the visa after 3 working days.
Stephen ********
Stephen ********
@Vu ***********
In hanoi?
Paul *******
Paul *******
@Vu ***********
Are you sure the staff aren't Vietnamese?
Anonymous *************
Anonymous *************
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@Vu ***********
oh really? 🤩

I’m about to apply in Next Wednesday. Do you think I can get in Friday?

Thanks for your comment. It reply helps a lot ❤️
Vu ************
Vu ************
Người tham gia ẩn danh If you submit on Wednesday morning, you will receive an email on Friday evening. However, the embassy is closed at that time. You need to wait until Monday to receive your visa. In my opinion, try to submit your application on Tuesday so you don't have to wait on the weekend.
Anonymous *************
Anonymous *************
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@Vu ***********
I’m booking flight through agoda as always. That’s why 🥲
Vu ************
Vu ************
Người tham gia ẩn danh Please emphasize to the booking agent that you cannot bring your passports as the embassy is holding them. My friends come to HaNoi apply for visas a lot and they all travel while waiting for their visas.

Have a nice trip in Việt Nam.
Anonymous *************
Anonymous *************
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@Vu ***********
it’s really helpful to me since I’m traveling alone. Thank you so much dear
Vu ************
Vu ************
Người tham gia ẩn danh You can send your passport photo to the booking agent and give them the appointment letter from the embassy so you can go to Sapa without a passport.
Anonymous *************
Anonymous *************
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@Vu ***********
thank you.I could have known it earlier but not I already booked my Tuesday flight. I will arrive around 4:30 pm and the embassy is already close at that time. It’s okay I will go around.

By the way, may I know that can I go and visit to Sapa with my driving license while waiting for passport?

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