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What is the experience of traveling with a dog to Thailand on the DTV visa?

Jan 13, 2026
4 months ago
Has anyone traveled with a dog to Thailand on the DTV visa? How was the experience any issues?
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Traveling with a dog to Thailand on a DTV visa can be manageable with proper planning. Several users shared their experiences, highlighting that companies like Fetchapet and Paws Phuket provide significant assistance with the necessary paperwork and logistics. Important considerations include ensuring vaccinations are up to date and being aware of import taxes. Users noted that pets are not linked to the type of visa, and the main concerns revolve around import/export permits rather than visa issues. It’s crucial to verify airline guidelines, as rules can change frequently.
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Anonymous ******************
We have used a company from the UK. Fetchapet. They've been great, sorted it all out. No flight volunteer is needed (we came before our dog) then in Bangkok, Relo4paws are dealing with her. Ill meet them and Relo4paws have sorted a mini bus for us to go to samui. Around £2000 then vets fees as she'll need a fit to fly 72 hours before she flies
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Denise ********
I’m running into a ridiculous amount of trouble to bring me dogs over. Also do not just go off the information online. Call the airlines because apparently a lot of their guidelines changed January 1st! And it’s not updated online yet
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Oli *********
Done on dtv. No questions been asked
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Wannikea *********
The dog had a little difficulty answering IO questions, but was able to successfully hand over his passport. The IO wasn't impressed with the drool.
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Setra *******
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Marcin *******
Its nothing to do about Visa . Its about import export permit
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Ross **********
Done it on a DtV. No questions asked
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Robert *******
dogs do not need a special tourist visa, but ...
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Johnny *******
Dogs have absolutely nothing to do with your visa
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@Johnny ******
dogs must also apply and receive a DTV (Dog tourist visa)
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Stephan ******
I brought my dog on a special tourist visa they are livestock, so he was one unit of Yorkshire terrier. I had some great assistance from Paws Phuket with the paperwork it was all really easy they even helped me change carrier.

Just need vaccination up to date and import taxes
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