What is the process for applying for a DTV visa in Thailand for medical treatment from Canada?

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Medical soft power? I want to head to Thailand for medical reasons, but since you have to apply from your home country (Canada) I was curious what path to take. 
I haven't been in Thailand but heard it's 2nd best for treatments for my condition so I am interested in applying for DTV from Canada asap. However, I have nothing scheduled yet and I would probably have to get consultation first, so being the treatment is in Bumrungrad International Hospital can I apply for DTV using a consult appointment or does it have to be a full blown 6 month treatment plan.

Ask Thailand · Answer

The initial query inquired about applying for a Non-Immigrant D Visa for Medical Purposes (DTV) from Canada, specifically whether a consultation appointment at Bumrungrad International Hospital would suffice or if a detailed treatment plan was necessary. The responses suggested that documentation of a complete treatment plan is typically required, though some individuals shared their experiences of successfully applying with just consultation appointments and payment receipts. Additionally, one commenter pointed out the option of entering Thailand on a visa-exempt basis for consultations before applying for the DTV elsewhere.

Amanda ************ · Answer

No treatment plan. Just appointments booked, also had a consultation via zoom and a paid receipt. Clinic gave an official stamp like seal. Approved Jakarta within 4 working days.

Ron ****** · Answer

I had two appointments from BNH, no plan no letter, applied via Wash DC Embassy online

Jeffrey ******* · Answer

dtv took 5 workdays to issue in dc without need of further back and forth.  i am an amcit but applied online from philippines.

Jeffrey ******* · Answer

i got my dtv medical at thai emb dc with a checkup package appointment letter from bnh.  not just a receipt but a fully signed & dated pdf letter.  no further explanation needed, though i had prepared a “dear colleague“ explanation letter from my m.d.  bnh checkup went well.  i have some ongoing ortho issues and may use bnh for future treatments on my return to bkk but under no obligation to do so.

John ********** · Answer

You don't have to get the DTV from your home country so you could consider coming to Thailand using a visa exempt entry to get a consultation and treatment plan at the hospital you want to use then travelling to a nearby country to apply for the DTV

Todd ********* · Answer

I still remember the days when Canada had a good medical system

Kool ******* · Answer

You need documentation of a complete treatment plan from your doctor, not just an initial appointment. Has your current doctor consulted with a doctor at Bumrungrad hospital yet?

What is the process for applying for a DTV visa in Thailand for medical treatment from Canada?

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