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What is the time frame to enter Thailand after the approval of a DTV visa?

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May 11, 2025

a year ago

Nikki *****

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I have a question. Maybe it’s dumb and obvious lol but I’ve tried to search with no solid answer. Once a DTV visa is approved do you have to arrive within a certain time period? I want to apply but not ready to go yet because I want to return to Hanoi for a few months in July before going to Thailand.

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Once your DTV visa is approved, you have a total of 5 years to enter Thailand. There is no specific 'enter by' date, allowing for flexibility in your travel plans, as long as you adhere to the 5-year validity period stated on your visa approval documentation.

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Anonymous ******************

I have enrolled in a cooking course and will not be arriving until November. I have applied and already received my DTV. My letter of enrollment which states the course start month as November was supplied to immigration at the time of application. You can enter at any time within the 5 years. No time limit for travel from when you get your DTV approved.

a year ago

Anna *********

Enter anytime within the 5 years

a year ago

Nikki *****

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Thank you everyone!

a year ago

John **********

The visa is valid for 5 years from the time of issue but I'd not apply earlier than 3 months from the date of travel you supply

a year ago

Cliff *********

There does not seem to be an "enter by…" date.

This is entirely different from Vietnam visa which has a limited entry/exit period on the visa.

a year ago

Tim ***********

Once the DTV is approved, you have 5 years time from the day of approval to enter Thailand. The validity of the visa is also stated on the PDF that you receive from the consulate.

a year ago

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Tim ***********

What is the time limit to enter Thailand after being approved for the DTV Visa while applying from Vietnam?

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