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What is the process and tips for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand from Vientiane?

Dec 5, 2025
5 months ago
Jun ******
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hello

I received my DTV visa in November. I received my visa approval in Vientiane, Laos, in November through the Discover Thai Nature seminar program. The visa process was very quick.

I received an interview request five days after applying on the embassy website, and the visa approval email arrived three hours after my interview.

The Discover Thai Nature seminar

They gave me a lot of great advice.

And here are some tips: The interview in Vientiane, Laos, is very simple.

Why did you apply for this seminar? Why did you apply for the DTV visa? A How do you plan to cover your living expenses?

Most of the questions were basic.

One tip: When you first meet your interviewer, smile and greet them with a Thai bow. Your interviewer is a person with a Thai background, and this small gesture shows respect for their culture and will make a good impression early on in the interview.

They'll definitely love it.

For the remaining questions, I recommend practicing answering the questions already posted here on the DTV group and in Chatgpt. I'm grateful to the DTV community for sharing their experiences during my visa preparation. Please feel free to ask any questions you may have.
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This post shares a personal experience regarding acquiring a DTV visa through the Discover Thai Nature seminar program in Vientiane, Laos. The user outlines the quick visa approval process, mentioning the simplicity of the interview and the types of questions asked. They suggest cultural etiquette, like greeting the interviewer with a smile and a Thai bow, to create a good impression. Additionally, the user thanks the DTV community for their support and encourages others to ask questions.
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James ********
Thank You for your helpful report πŸ‘

Congratulations πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘

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.
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Anonymous ******************
Thanks for sharing your experience! That’s really helpful for anyone preparing for the DTV interview, especially the tip about greeting with a Thai bow β€” small gestures like that can make a big difference. If anyone has questions, feel free to ask!
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LivelyChi*********
Great news. Congratulations.
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