Answereda year ago
What is the process for applying for a Thai Non-Immigrant D Visa in Singapore?
APPROVED! Applied under the soft power category (6-month cooking course) at the Thai Embassy in Singapore.
I found the information on this page quite useful when preparing for my application so sharing my experience for the benefit of others (esp. anyone thinking of applying in Singapore).
25 Oct - Submitted my application
27 Oct - Embassy called to request for further information namely to remove the watermark from the school enrolment documents and to submit my proof of accommodation in Thailand (no airbnb allowed). Submitted the documents on the same day. Status changed to "pending approval".
3 Nov - Approved!
I had initially consulted with a visa agent who advised me to apply in the Philippines, Laos or Indonesia or if in Singapore then under the Muay Thai category which they seemed to think had a higher success rate. This didn't make sense to me at all so I decided to do it myself.
The process was quick, easy and stress-free.
Hope this helps someone, good luck!
I found the information on this page quite useful when preparing for my application so sharing my experience for the benefit of others (esp. anyone thinking of applying in Singapore).
25 Oct - Submitted my application
27 Oct - Embassy called to request for further information namely to remove the watermark from the school enrolment documents and to submit my proof of accommodation in Thailand (no airbnb allowed). Submitted the documents on the same day. Status changed to "pending approval".
3 Nov - Approved!
I had initially consulted with a visa agent who advised me to apply in the Philippines, Laos or Indonesia or if in Singapore then under the Muay Thai category which they seemed to think had a higher success rate. This didn't make sense to me at all so I decided to do it myself.
The process was quick, easy and stress-free.
Hope this helps someone, good luck!
Answer summary
A user shares their experience applying for a Thai Non-Immigrant D Visa under the soft power category (cooking course) at the Thai Embassy in Singapore. They outline the timeline from submission to approval, mention the required documentation such as proof of accommodation, and offer insights into the DIY application process. Additional comments express interest in further information and highlight general rules regarding accommodation proof for the visa.
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Anonymous ******************
Hi I am fellow Singaporean! Glad to hear your success! Could you share more information with me in how you did it please? 🙏🏻 Like how much was it, and did you stayed in Singapore to applied and etc? Will really appreciate your help in this. Thank you!
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.
Thoughtful**********
No Airbnb allowed? Is this general rule or only for the embassy in singapore? So how are you supposed to rent or even find something from distance lol
Anonymous *************
OPThoughtfulLychee5096 I think it’s cos Airbnb is illegal in Thailand if it’s for less than one month. Anyway, I submitted a hotel booking.
Thoughtful**********
Anonymous participant lol it’s not. It’s some condo who doesn’t allow short term via Airbnb. The authorities has nothing to with it.
James ********
SORRY but you are wrong. Airbnb Less than 1 month rental is illegal in Thailand unless it has a hospitality license. In fact there's a crackdown now happening in cities of the condo rental marketplace.
Anonymous ******************
ThoughtfulLychee5096 Yes it is illegal for less than a month. Except in case of hotel license.
Nick ******
Amazing! What school is it?
Anonymous *************
OP@Nick *****
House of Taste in BangkokNick ******
Participant(e) anonyme Great! I am also one of their students, they provide useful cooking techniques, and classes are fun. Enjoy!
Andi ***********
Congrats! Yeah, you do not really need an agent for the DTV..Are you a resident of Singapore?
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