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What should I expect at immigration when entering Thailand and how does the DTV entry work?
Jan 28, 2026
3 months ago
Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTERArrived again at Suvarnabhumi today at 7pm. Extremely long lines at immigration. It took me 90 minutes (!) to get to the I/O. The people in front of me where all asked a question or two and my booth was moving much slower than the one next to me. However, when it was finally my turn, I received my third DTV entry in a year, no questions asked. It took about two minutes. Hope, this helps.
TLDR : Answer Summary
Upon arrival at Suvarnabhumi Airport, expect long lines at immigration; one user reported a 90-minute wait due to slow processing. They received their third DTV entry without questions after extended processing time. Clarifications from comments emphasize that a DTV entry refers to an entry stamp rather than a visa, mentioning that this entry type permits unlimited entries, exits, and reentries.
DTV VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
- Take the basic DTV Qualification Test to see if you're eligible for the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV).
- For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
- Explore recent discussions by using the DTV Visa tag in the search box at the top of the page.
- Join the Thai Visa Advice Facebook Group to ask your questions, and get advice from others.
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Elías ********
Third entry, not third visa. BTW, this visa allows you unlimited entries, exits and reentries, that's what it's designed for.
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Jef ********
3rd stamp not visa
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