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What is the process and waiting time for applying as a dependent of a DTV visa holder in Vientiane, Laos?

Jul 18, 2025
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Katya *********
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Hi, has anyone had experience applying as dependant of dtv visa holder in Laos, Vientiane? How long is the waiting time? And does the dependant have to come for the interview or will the dependant just recieve the email with approved visa? Thank you in advance 🙂
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TLDR : Answer Summary
A user inquired about the process and timeline for applying as a dependent of a DTV visa holder in Vientiane, Laos, specifically asking if the dependent needs to attend an interview. Another commenter shared their positive experience, noting that their application was quick, taking only a few days with no interview required.
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Yamin **********
My husband applied as my dependent in Vientiane last month. It was much easier and quicker than we had expected. Submitted on a Sunday, paid on Monday morning, got approved Tuesday night. No interview.
Katya *********
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@Yamin *********
thank you, how long you were waiting for your dtv visa?
Yamin **********
@Katya ********
I got mine back in September in Yangon. It was not an online system back then but it also took only two days.
Jasmin **********
@Yamin *********
how does it work? I need
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dollar on the bankacount. How they need this approved?
Yamin **********
Yamin **********
@Jasmin *********
I wasn’t sure if the requirement was for $15,000 equivalent per family or per dependent (it seems to vary based on the embassy location) so just to be safe, I tried to show a balance over $30,000. I had him submit 3 months of statements from my bank account. While I was over the $30,000 threshold only for the last month, the balance was still way over $15,000 for the previous 2 months. I also gave my 3 months pay slips, wrote a sponsorship letter, and provided our marriage certificate.
Jasmin **********
@Yamin *********
wow this is how it works, congrats!!