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What is the process and experience of applying for a DTV visa through a Muay Thai training program in Thailand?

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Just wanted to share my experience for anyone looking at the Muay Thai route for the DTV visa.

I used Tiger Eye Muay Thai in Bangkok and the process was smooth from start to finish. They provided all the necessary documents, answered my questions quickly, and were very helpful throughout the application.

After submitting the required documents and responding to an additional document request, my visa was approved.

Based on my experience, I can definitely recommend them to anyone considering the Muay Thai option for a DTV application. πŸ₯ŠπŸ‡ΉπŸ‡­

Good luck to everyone currently waiting for approval.
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The user shares their positive experience with obtaining a DTV visa through Tiger Eye Muay Thai in Bangkok. The process was smooth, with all necessary documents provided and quick responses from the school. They recommend this route for anyone considering a Muay Thai training program for the DTV visa. The comments include inquiries about the duration of training programs, funding requirements, and details related to embassies.
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Anonymous *************
Anonymous *************
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3 months package guys - from Ho Chi Minh Embassy in Vietnam - Had to show 500k for 6 months with proof of funds
Dave ********
Dave ********
Anonymous participant yet again more proof that 9+ month courses are necessary across the board πŸ‘
Cristina *******
Cristina *******
Which embassy and how long did it take?
GentlePh*********
GentlePh*********
6, 9 or 12 months? I can’t make out if the fear-mongering about 6 month courses not being awarded a DTV are genuine
Muay *************
Muay *************
GentlePhoenix7380 we stopped the 6 month course option a few weeks ago. It was a judgemental call as we dont really know what the embassy will do in the future but I genuinely belive going with a 9 month course is best for my customers. Im aware their will be cynics who say we are just greedy but 1. Our 9 month course is cheaper than most other gyms 6 month course and 2. The change has cost us money as far less people are applying.

But ultimately we do what we think gives our customers the best chance of approval.
GentlePh*********
GentlePh*********
@Muay ************
what made you change it tho? Was there a spike in people not being given DTV’s for 6 month courses?
Dave ********
Dave ********
GentlePhoenix7380 I feel like it's fear mongering. Seems convenient for a gym to claim you need longer packages when they're the ones making more money off of it. I'm not saying a short package will work everywhere, but it's best to check with the embassy you plan to apply at.
James ********
James ********
@Dave *******
reality is the Thai Embassy or Consulate will not reply to that question. It's up to you to risk being denied with your application.
Luit *****************
Luit *****************
@Dave *******
When you don't need a longer course, you also don't need a longer lasting visa.

Seems perfectly logic what some embassies are doing.
GentlePh*********
GentlePh*********
James ********
James ********
GentlePhoenix7380 read this Post of today... granted METV multiple entry tourist visa instead of the DTV visa... Course of months submitted.

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Anonymous ******************
Anonymous ******************
@James *******
seems to be pretty haphazard, this person got it with a three month package.
James ********
James ********
@Bashir ******
Dream On... it's clearly a Hit 🎯 and Miss issue with the Thai Embassy or Consulate in Vietnam.

This is nothing about scaremongering... it's managing the risk of one's DTV visa application.

As you're an owner of a Muay Thai training gym in Bangkok, surely you know what the outcomes of the DTV visa for Muay Thai training are currently vs before.

The DTV visa is a wonderful opportunity to get a 5 year multiple entry tourist visa.

As it is available for Soft Power Activity in addition to Workcation, it's a blessing for those who obtain it.

Thanks for your helpful reply 😊
Luit *****************
Luit *****************
@Bashir ******
When yyou have a 3 month course you waste money applying for DTV.
GentlePh*********
GentlePh*********
@Bashir ******
this is the issue yeah
Bashir *******
Bashir *******
@James *******
or perhaps the fear mongering leads people to purchase longer courses.

Then of course you will see more approvals of people who get long courses because more people are buying longer courses instead of checking with the embassy.

If 100 people apply for the dtv and 20 sign up for 3 months and 80 sign up for 9 months and 90% of both parties get approved and each has an equal percent that posts the approval story, it will seem that more 9 month courses are being approved when in reality the percentage is the same but you have 9 posts stating approval with 3 months vs 72 with 9 months. Does that make sense?

This person applied in HCMC, Vietnam so clearly that means that at least in HCMC they dont have a minimum course requirement would you agree with that logic?

So wouldn't the most accurate information to share would be that in HCMC there is no minimum vs having people commit to gyms for longer than they need?
James ********
James ********
Anonymous participant 476 its a changing dynamic. BUT it's apparent that going forward will see more of the 9 months or more DTV visa approvals vs 3 or 6 months.
A. ************
A. ************
GentlePhoenix7380 Its not fear-mongering. There is a very recent post in the group from someone who was given a METV instead of the DTV with a 6-months training course. It seems to be kind of hit or miss right now, and I'm sure people are still getting approved with only 6 months. But I would definitely recommend anyone to go for a minimum 9 months. Better safe than sorry.
James ********
James ********
YEP πŸ‘
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Dave ********
Dave ********
Congrats! How long was your Muay Thai package?
Maryam *******
Maryam *******
Did u have to show 500,000 bhat for all 3 months?
BronzeRa*********
BronzeRa*********
@Maryam ******
If not, will they approve?
Andi ***********
Andi ***********
Congrats..where did you apply?

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