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What is the process for canceling a DTV visa in Thailand when switching to a Non-ED visa?

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Has anyone here canceled a DTV visa before?

I’m switching to a Non-ED visa for my Master’s degree and will apply in Ho Chi Minh City. My current DTV was issued in Hanoi.

How does the DTV cancellation process work? Any advice would be appreciated.

Thank you!
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The cancellation process for a DTV visa when switching to a Non-ED visa involves submitting a cover letter detailing the intent to cancel the DTV alongside the necessary documentation for the new visa application. Based on prior experiences, individuals have reported receiving confirmation of the DTV cancellation within a few business days. However, some have mentioned that the DTV remains in the immigration system, necessitating explanations during future entries into Thailand. It's suggested to apply for the new visa at the same location where the original DTV was obtained for smoother processing.
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You have to apply ED plus in some embassy where you applied DTV, skip the cancelling step since you can’t cancel the DTV like as other visa. While they are checking the documents for ED plus visa, they will confirm with you if you want to void the DTV.. so they will send you voided email for the DTV ..

that doesn’t mean your DTV is canceled since, whenever you will enter Thailand, immigration officer will ask you which visa you are gonna use, so show them your voided DTV and confirm the ED plus for your entry.

The DTV visa cannot be removed in their system so far .. as my experience I always have to explain it every entry of Thailand. They said my DtV will be disappeared in their system after I’ll renew my current passport..
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Why are you changing? You can go to school on any visa.
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student must hold student visa only here 😵‍💫.
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I changed from a DTV to a non-B visa.

I obtained my DTV in Hanoi, so I applied in Hanoi for the non-B visa.

In cover letter, I wrote that I wanted to cancel my DTV and change to a non-B visa.

and I submitted the DTV PDF with other documents.

I received notification of the DTV cancellation on the fifth business day, and my non-B visa was approved the following day.

In your case, I think it would be easier to apply in Hanoi for a non-ED visa.
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thanks!!

so basically we just send email to embassy to cancel DTV.

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