What is the process to apply for a DTV visa in Vietnam, and what documents are required?

DTV Visa Thailand Visa Visa Application Process Ho Chi Minh Embassy Workcation Visa Visa Requirements Visa Tips Expat Advice

Aug 25, 2024

3 months ago

Pham *****

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Got my DTV visa in Ho Chi Minh Embassy under Workcation category. 

I highly recommend this embassy: 

- The security guard is friendly despite me being late for the appointment (delayed flight). Once arrived, you have to provide the booking of the appointment and the passport so they register you in their notebook (old school Vietnamese way of doing things)

- Hassle free booking system: can cancel within 24 hours and recommended to book within 14 days

- The attendants are very respectful and helpful. They have 2 attendants and the Vietnamese one on the left is very friendly 

- Passport will be returned with 2 working days. Example: I applied on Wednesday morning and I got my results on Friday afternoon. 

Documents needed: 

- Passport

- Filled application form with passport photo. There is no option for DTV in the form so you can leave it blank

- Bank statement from the last 6 months, with current balance over 500.000 baht

- Freelancer contracts: I created my own contract with my clients’ signatures. I added a detail of remote work condition and my clients’ company registration

- Proof of current location: confirmation of the Airbnb booking

- Additional documents: not required however I have the printed screenshots of my works, proof of stay in Chiang Mai (lease contract) with the identity card of the landlord

- US$340, the money must be in good condition with no tears. 

Upon arriving Thailand: No issue with the DTV visa though my immigration officer did not know I have the DTV visa stamp and asked me about my return day. She was curious about the paper work and fee of the visa.

Hope this is helpful. 

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The post shares a detailed account of applying for a DTV visa at the Ho Chi Minh Embassy, emphasizing the friendly service and efficient processing time. The author highlights the necessary documents, including a application form, bank statements, freelancer contracts, and proof of accommodation. They experienced no issues during the immigration process in Thailand despite the immigration officer's initial confusion about the DTV visa. The comments include inquiries about bank statement requirements, document types, appointment availability at the embassy, and additional visa-related questions, providing further clarity for potential applicants.

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David ******

Does this visa have to be organised from the Thai Embassy (or Thai Consulate) in your home country only, or can it be submitted at any international Thai consulate?