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What should I do after my DTV application was denied due to a name mismatch?

Jun 14, 2025
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Schlitz ********
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DTV was denied, I'm so sad. In the US, it takes 14 days and $400. They said I spelled my name wrong and didn't match my documents. My middle name has a "-" in it, and it was not included on the passport page. I let their automated passport reader fill out the text fields. I should have double-checked. Any way I have to be out of my house in the US by August 1st. So I was thinking of just flying to Hanoi and getting it there. I also have a wife and 3 kids I have to account for. My main question is, do you think the Thai government might think this is suspicious?
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The original poster's application for a Thai DTV visa was denied due to a name mismatch caused by a missing hyphen in their middle name. They are considering reapplying in Hanoi as they need to leave the US by August 1st and have a family to support. The conversation includes advice on checking documents carefully, the possibility of reapplying from another country, and discussions about the implications of moving with dependents on such a visa. Several commenters share their own experiences with visa applications and rejections, emphasizing the importance of thoroughness in the application process.
DTV VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
Robert *********
They are cracking down. Too many bogus applications
Muhammad ******
Try again
Adnan ********
no, you can apply from other countries but USA will be easier since you are from USA so they will not do a lot of scrutiny....but yeah you can do it from other countries...
Schlitz ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
One thing that I was not clear about is that they ask you where you are staying. How would I know that if I have not decided yet? My wife has a cousin in Phuket and we plan on staying there for a while but only after we arrive in Bangkok and stay for a week or 2. So what would be best to list at where I am staying in Thailand?
Dnatjugweme ************
@Schlitz *******
You tink too mut. Just make something up.
Kyle *******
Get used to it. That’s Thailand for you
Winston ************
The DTV isn't for brokies. $400 is nothing. I'd drop that a second time without hesitation.
Jordan *****
@Winston ***********
one thing being broke, another thing being a sucker. Would you still drop another 400$ when they reject your application without a reason like they did to many applicants?
Winston ************
Mine was cancelled without explanation. I reapplied to a different embassy and was approved.
Schlitz ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
Winston Washington, Interesting.
Anonymous ******************
Remember this is a tourist visa and after 5 years you could be asked to leave.
Jordan *****
Anonymous participant 602 who cares what will happen 5 years in the future with the DTV?
Luit *****************
@Jordan ****
It is absolutely no guarantee you can stay 5 years, it is also depending on your job or soft power activity.

For moving to a country I would like to have a more permanent visa, not depending on a soft power activity, which is expensive, or on a job contract with remote working possibilities. Especially with a whole family that seems to be quite a risk you take.

What if they make checks more strict an you have to show you have
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00 on entry? They now already have the right to check.
Anonymous ******************
@Jordan ****
clearly people moving their family half way across the world will care in 5 years time.
Amanda **************
I had a middle initial instead of my full middle name so rejected because it didn't match. I reapplied 10 minutes after I was rejected and was approved no issues just an expensive mistake on my part.
Anonymous ******************
I would reapply now, you have plenty of time. Many people get rejected for not double checking, then successfully get the visa the next time they applied at the same consulate. By having your dtv now, you can do the dependants application sooner or in August when you travel. Good luck and have a second person check your application before submitting
Bob **********
What’s the Thai government got to do with a DTV ??
Schlitz ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Bob *********
Theysupply the visa. I am not sure what you mean.
Kaitlyn *********
Just try it again. You have lots of time before August. It’s only mid June. Just actually check everything this time
Rowan *********
Yeah, you have to be very careful of this - it's an expsnsive mistake sor sure. Next time you submit your application, just make sure to check over several times before.
Schlitz ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
Arun ***************
Sorry to hear about your case.. must be frustrating, especially with such a small detail causing the rejection.

If it's not convenient to remain in the U.S. for the process, applying from Hanoi is definitely a reasonable alternative. It's very common for applicants who are rejected in one country to try again from another and get approved successfully.. as long as the rest of your documents and financial requirements are in order.

Wishing you all the best for the next attempt!
Schlitz ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Arun **************
Thank you this is helpful.
Dany ********
400$ might be an expensive lesson. but you need like 2.5mil baht equivalent anyway for all those visa, so i think the 400 dont hurt you too much
Schlitz ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Dany *******
while I am doing well financially $400 is a sting.
James ********
@Dany *******
he does not need 2.5 million Thai baht to get his whole family approved for the DTV visa. Once he has his DTV Visa...he can sponsor EACH family member with his 500,000 Thai baht...in the USA they are requiring US $16,000 .
Luit *****************
@James *******
Are you sure about that? Why should it be checked then for dependants when the first applicant already showed the 500K.

As far as I can see each applicant needs 500K, some embassies don't ask for children.

But even if the embassy does not ask, immigration might ask at any moment, so if you don't want any risk to get stopped at entry, you just need to have it.
Tangy ************
Just check your documents carefully and apply them again. Good luck 🤞
Anonymous ******************
Your moving 5 people on a DTV

That’s a lot of dependents on one visa
Maksym ***********
Анонімний учасник 724 each one will get own visa.

Main issue will be to show 2.5 mln baht
James ********
@Maksym **********
🚫 NOT TRUE.
Maksym ***********
@James *******
what is not true? I was asked for 1 mln, friends for 2 mln for wife and 2 kids.
James ********
It's possible that the Thai Embassy or Consulate where you applied REQUIRED 500k Thai baht per person... but that's unusual.
James ********
Required Documents for a DTV: Spouse and children under 20 years old of DTV visa holders

Passport Biodata Page or Travel Document (Must be valid within 6 months from travel date)

Photograph of the applicant, taken within the past six months

Document indicating current location (driving license, bank statement, or proof of stay)

A copy of a recent saving or checking bank statement for the last three months with an ending balance of no less than 500,000 THB or ($16,000 USD) that shows the applicant's name and date. In case of submitting a family bank statement, proof of relationship (i.e. birth certificate, marriage certificate, certificate of adoption) must be provided. / sponsorship letter

Personal details of a DTV visa holder (i.e. valid government-issued ID card, Passport biodata page and the DTV visa approval of the DTV visa holder)
James ********
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James ********
@Maksym **********
interesting 🤔🤔

The DTV Visa holder can sponsor the other members of the family with Only one proof of 500,000 Thai baht in a bank account.
Anonymous ******************
@Maksym **********
for dependents you don’t need 500,000 each

But asking for 4 dependent visas seems maybe questionable

If workcation maybe they say less
Luit *****************
Anonieme deelnemer 724 officially you also need 500K for dependants which makes sense of course, but not all embassies require.
Maksym ***********
Анонімний учасник 724 where? I were asked and friend in few neighbor countries were asked
Dnatjugweme ************
So your middle name in the online form matched exactly your middle name in your passport? That should not be an issue then. What did I not understand?
Schlitz ********
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@Dnatjugweme ***********
I have a dumb middle name that has a "-" and I didn't include it.
Dnatjugweme ************
@Schlitz *******
You wrote "My middle name has a "-" in it, and it was not included on the passport page", so I thought the passport page matches the online form.
Dany ********
@Dnatjugweme ***********
it did NOT match
Sjef ***************
Expensive lesson learned. Only trust yourself
Karen *******************
Can’t you come on your 60 day tourist visa and apply again?
Dany ********
@Karen ******************
you cannot apply for a DTV while inside of thailand
Karen *******************
@Dany *******
Oh sorry didn’t know! Thank you! We are here on Education Visa and I just assumed you could apply for it here
Dany ********
@Karen ******************
you need to leave thailand and apply abroad via eVisa website and then wait for approval. depending on the country/embassy that can take weeks.
Sitg *********
Silly to lose money time etc over stuff like this it’s your life take more care and I would suggest starting again
Schlitz ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Sitg ********
Thanks dad.
Adam *******
I feel sorry for you but I did chuckle at the reason “I spelled my name wrong” 🤦🏻‍♂️
Schlitz ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
@Adam ******
I have an extremely dumb middle name and it has a "-" in the middle of it and I rarely include it. However, it was the image that messed it up. I am replying and have uploaded my passport pic again and the computer that automatically grabs the info from the picture again missed the "-"
Wai ******
Not at all. You can try again anywhere if there is a Thai embassy in the country.
Fitfac *****************
nope.

It is normal. So many applicant get rejected because of the typo.