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What is the process and experience for applying for a DTV Soft Power visa in Hanoi?
DTV Soft Power — Hanoi ✅
* Applied late evening 10th March, approved before 1pm 16th March (4 business days)
* Only document request was a photo taken within last 6 months. I'd uploaded a passport photo, got flagged, resubmitted a selfie and no further issues
* Bank statements: I didn't include 3 full months, just mid January to the date I applied in March and that was accepted
* Hanoi airport immigration was rough, around 2 hour wait and disorganised queues. Apparently you can pay $30 to fast track
* Overall positive experience, happy to answer questions!
* Applied late evening 10th March, approved before 1pm 16th March (4 business days)
* Only document request was a photo taken within last 6 months. I'd uploaded a passport photo, got flagged, resubmitted a selfie and no further issues
* Bank statements: I didn't include 3 full months, just mid January to the date I applied in March and that was accepted
* Hanoi airport immigration was rough, around 2 hour wait and disorganised queues. Apparently you can pay $30 to fast track
* Overall positive experience, happy to answer questions!
Answer summary
The user shared a positive experience applying for the DTV Soft Power visa in Hanoi, mentioning the quick approval process and minimal documentation needed, such as a recent photo and partial bank statements. They highlighted challenges faced at the airport immigration, including long waits but noted an option to fast track for $30. The community engaged with questions about the application process and further shared tips on ensuring proper documentation for entering Thailand.
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James ********
Thank You for your helpful report 👍
Congratulations 👏👏👏
PRINT OUT THE EMAIL THAT HAS YOUR DTV VISA.
That's what you should do... print it out.
You may have to show PROOF of your DTV Visa to airline staff on check-in for your flight ✈️ to Thailand...even to the connecting airline staff. Or to the land border crossing entry Thai Immigration Officer.
Upon arrival into Thailand, show the DTV visa to the Thai Immigration Officer and look at the STAMP placed in your passport to be sure you are STAMPED in for 180 days.
Congratulations 👏👏👏
PRINT OUT THE EMAIL THAT HAS YOUR DTV VISA.
That's what you should do... print it out.
You may have to show PROOF of your DTV Visa to airline staff on check-in for your flight ✈️ to Thailand...even to the connecting airline staff. Or to the land border crossing entry Thai Immigration Officer.
Upon arrival into Thailand, show the DTV visa to the Thai Immigration Officer and look at the STAMP placed in your passport to be sure you are STAMPED in for 180 days.
Charlotte *********
OPThank you! 🙏🏻 I’ve printed it out ready to go and will check my stamp before I leave the airport.
James ********
@Charlotte ********
Enjoy your next 5 years of the DTV visa 🤗Sam_Wh*******
Thanks for sharing, Charlotte. For this type of soft power activity, is 6 months sufficient? Do they need to see specific amount of funds sitting in your bank account for a minimum of, say, three months? Thx!
Che *****
Mind sharing what course you signed up for, and where?
Charlotte *********
OP@Che ****
@CFCNX *************************
have a fitness program DTV, incudes a visa fee and 6 month membership to the gym 😊 feel free to PM me if you want more information.Che *****
@Charlotte ********
woah that's a new one. Thanks, I'll def keep this in mind when I'm ready to apply for a new visa 🙏
Khun ******
DTVs via soft power are selling like hot cakes. Really cheers up the doom mongers.
Tony *********
Good for you Charlotte!
Charlotte *********
OP@Tony ********
thanks Tony!Charlotte *********
OPAlso to add - as I applied for Soft Power, the application still asks you about work, I selected freelance and 0-20,000 for income. This didn't flag anything.
Flossie ******
in your bank statements, do you need to explain/ label your incoming deposits?
Charlotte *********
OPNo, I had quite a few deposits in the statement provided and they didn't ask about anything.
Jordan ********************
after submitting your document how many days did it take
Charlotte *********
OPI submitted the photo on the 12th [Thursday] approved today, 16th.
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