What is the timeline and documentation required for US veterans applying for a DTV in Thailand?

Hanoi Medical DTV Approval 🇹🇭 US Veteran

Timeline:

• Feb 2 — Application submitted

• Feb 3 — Pending Approval

• Feb 8 — Approved 🎉

No interview. No additional documents requested.

What I included:

1️⃣ Medical documents (Physical Therapy)

* Table of Contents

* Medical Cover Letter explaining history of care

* Medical Certificate – Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital: signed and stamped medical certificate issued by my treating physician detailing medical history, current condition, and prescribed treatment plan covering the next six months

* Medical Treatment Receipts (Thailand): Official receipts documenting outpatient medical treatment already received in Thailand related to the referenced medical condition

* Appointment Confirmation Slips:

Scheduled follow-up care in Thailand

* Prior hx: Supporting records from US documenting treatment for the same medical condition and demonstrating the ongoing need for continued medical care

2️⃣ Proof of location

* Table of Contents

* Cover Letter

* Vietnam E-Visa

* Flight Receipt (Arrival and Departure – Vietnam)

* Arrival Flight Ticket

* Passport Page with Vietnam Entry Stamp

* Accommodation Receipt

* Picture of room Key

3️⃣ Financial proof

* Table of Contents

* VA Disability Award Letter

* Lease Agreements justifying large rental property deposits

* Income Explanation Cover Letter

* Last 3months bank statements over 500k baht

So happy and grateful to be on our way back 🥹🥹😭🥰