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What is the typical processing time and next steps after applying for DTV in Laos?

DTV Visa Visa Application Process Visa Status Updates Thailand Visa Vientiane Laos Expat Visa Tips

Feb 18, 2026

2 months ago

Valeria ***********

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Applied dtv in Vientiane Laos

I have submitted my DTV in Vientiane Laos on 16th

Paid 11:20am 16th

2:30pm 16th,Request for doc as my mobile banking biodata and ATM card. Upload documents at 4:00pm

3:40pm 17th, request for clear photograph, upload pics at 4:40pm

18th this afternoon status change into “pending approval”

I am so anxious, what will be next? Is it considered fast the process speed? Is it consider to be a positive sign towards approval? Will I get an interview next?

Is there anyone also apply around same time what’s your status, thankyou

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user has shared their experience applying for a DTV visa in Vientiane, Laos, detailing the timeline and steps they went through after submission on the 16th. After making a payment and providing required documents, their application changed to 'pending approval'. They express anxiety about the next steps and inquire about the process speed and the likelihood of an interview. Comments from others indicate similar experiences, with one noting that the process seems fast compared to typical timelines.

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Hay I am also waiting for my results in lao. I was also requested mobile banking bio data. I applied last week. Additional requests came in at 16th, it changed to pending approval and still there. Please let me know if you get any updates

2 months ago

Yhadnapa ***************

That’s very fast. Usually it takes about 5 working days on each process. Next after “Pending approval” is usually your visa result. I think.

2 months ago

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