What is the process for obtaining a DTV visa for Muay Thai training in Thailand?

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I (US Citizen - 51 years old - Male) just got my DTV visa and wanted to share my experience.

I opted for the Muay Thai route and got a 9 month DTV course with FitFac in Bangkok.

I applied via Washington DC on June 1st and got my visa today (June 10). It was a very smooth process. I submitted 3 months of bank statements, a passport photo, a picture of my passport bio page, a picture of my US drivers license and the Muay Thai course documents (provided by FitFac to me). The visa cost was 400 USD.

For arrival and departure dates, I had put in August 1st as my arrival date and April 25th as my departure date (I kept it more than 6 months on purpose as my course is 9 months long).

FWIW, on the Thai visa portal site, it didn't show any changes in status throughout the process. For the past 9 days, it just said "document review stage" and then I got the visa today.

Why Fitfac? I thought they offer a good combo of convenience, unit costs and locations, although they aren't ideal if you want to train as an actual fighter (which I'm not looking to do -- my interest is more in the fitness and strength training aspect).

Lmk if you have any questions (not that I'm an expert but I can tell you about my experience) and see you on the other side.

Ask Thailand · Answer

A US citizen shares his experience applying for a DTV visa in Thailand, which he obtained to train in Muay Thai for nine months. He discusses the application process, required documentation, and his choice of FitFac in Bangkok for the training. He emphasizes the smooth application experience and provides additional tips for others considering the DTV visa, including the importance of properly demonstrating financial stability and ensuring to print out the visa approval email.

Maryam ******* · Answer

Did u show 500,000 bhst for all 3 months?

Anonymous ****************** · Answer

Did you explain in your application how you support yourself, whether you are remotely working, or If you're not working now then what you plan to do after the course is completed? Some people mention other embassies asking these questions.

James ******** · Answer

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James ******** · Answer

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.

GentlePh********* · Answer

Didn’t know you needed to put a departure date for DTV

Gregory ******** · Answer

Even though it’s 6 months at a time (I know extension is possible) you can put dates for 9 months?

Caroline ******** · Answer

Nice one and congratulations 🎉🎉🎉

Andi *********** · Answer

Congrats! Interesting to see they approved with a departure date of 9mths.

What is the process for obtaining a DTV visa for Muay Thai training in Thailand?

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