Answered5 months ago
What should I expect during my DTV entry interview in Thailand?
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I arrived this evening in Phuket , went to the immigration officer . Just heard her say DTV and some Thai words and called over her supervisor . Took me aside for interview .
Had to fill some form and show proof of funds and business . She asked what I was doing in Thailand too I just said workcation.
She always wanted to see a valid ticket departing Thailand too.
Nothing scary soon as she saw I had money and had no intention of working illegally here she just took us through. All in all didn’t even take 30 minutes . She said the reason suspicion was raised was because I had back to back visa exemptions then 10 days later I was entering with DTV.
Nothing to worry about but thought I would share
I arrived this evening in Phuket , went to the immigration officer . Just heard her say DTV and some Thai words and called over her supervisor . Took me aside for interview .
Had to fill some form and show proof of funds and business . She asked what I was doing in Thailand too I just said workcation.
She always wanted to see a valid ticket departing Thailand too.
Nothing scary soon as she saw I had money and had no intention of working illegally here she just took us through. All in all didn’t even take 30 minutes . She said the reason suspicion was raised was because I had back to back visa exemptions then 10 days later I was entering with DTV.
Nothing to worry about but thought I would share
Answer summary
Upon arriving in Thailand on a DTV Visa, some individuals might face additional questioning at immigration. One reader shared their experience where they were asked about their funds, the purpose of their stay (workcation), and were required to show a valid departure ticket. While some commenters mentioned having smooth entries with no questions asked, others raised concerns about the scrutiny faced, especially when previous visa exemptions are noted. Overall, demonstrating adequate financial support and having documentation ready can facilitate a smoother immigration process.
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Michael ********
Another proof that soft power is much much better.
Alexander *********
Why would you need a ticket out on DTV?
Anonymous *************
OP@Alexander ********
you don’t , but immigration can be on a power trip. I had one booked anyway so didn’t bother me I was given a piece of paper to fill in which included flight number and date, how much cash I have etc to fill in before my interview
Alexander *********
Anonymous participant Just tell them you'll extend it in TH after 6 months. It's in the rules of the DTV.
Luit *****************
@Alexander ********
Officially all tourists need to show they leave the country before the date they stamped in, regardless the fact you might apply for an extension.Anonymous *************
OP@Alexander ********
I had one anyway so rather just show them than be smart with them . Sometimes just gotta let people have their power tripChristopher ***********
Anonymous participant You say; ‘She always wanted to see a valid ticket departing Thailand too’. Therefore, we can expect more similar reports in future.
Anonymous *************
OP@Christopher **********
shut it coffin dodgerChristopher ***********
@Alexander ********
You don’t.
Jan **********
Thailand facing full economic meltdown under new Donald Trump style leader 😮
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Anonymous *************
OPWhat’s remaining anonymous got to do with anything . I remained anonymous from the start because freaks in here were telling me to go pay tax in my home country because I’m a resident in UAE?
This 100% happened you can believe whatever crap you want
I was approved in Dubai on 25th and traveled to Thailand on 26th .
This 100% happened you can believe whatever crap you want
I was approved in Dubai on 25th and traveled to Thailand on 26th .
Anonymous ******************
When they ask for proof of funds do you have to pull up your bank account on the phone or is it ok to have printed out bank statements?
Anonymous *************
OPAnonymous participant 591 showed them my online banking app
Sefton ********
First arrival on as new DTV seems relevant.
As does HKT where so many issues are currently a news item.
As does HKT where so many issues are currently a news item.
Christopher ***********
@Sefton *******
Nothing is relevant because the original poster is a troll.Sefton ********
Anon accounts again.
Really should stop them on this group, adds no value and undermines the information.
Really should stop them on this group, adds no value and undermines the information.
Sefton ********
CornyME123 I could not imagine going through life concerned about what anyone else thought about what I did with a visa..
The mere thought of that seems laughable.. Grow a pair
The mere thought of that seems laughable.. Grow a pair
Corny*****
@Sefton *******
it’s a public group, no one wants their friends all up in their business, don’t be ridiculous.
Relaxing********
And it’s another agent posting trying to get you to do fast track lol
Mick *****
Why are the handful of people that have these experiences always anonymous? Smells suspicious!
Christopher ***********
PositiveLynx7934 Did you hijack Renske’s Facebook account?
Christopher ***********
ExcitingRaccoon1731 Who are you? Who are you talking to? The anonymous participant who posted this BS?
ExcitingR**********
Shut the F up !!!
Jon **********
Yeah right sure buddy
Jack **********
Just come through Phuket myself, no questions, she didn't even check my visa. She just looked at previous stamp said you on dtv I said yes she said great stamped in again till 22nd November
Breathtaki***********
@Jack *********
all your details are on their screen. Passport, TDAC, Visa etc.
CleverRa********
IOs would never ever give out what raised the suspicion. Bs post
Anonymous *************
OPCleverRadish5177 yes you were there not me . You are 100% correct and so clever .
Positive********
CleverRadish5177 Give out WHAT? OP provided what was asked.
CleverRa********
PositiveLynx7934 read what I said again. Op said the IO told them what raised the suspicion in the first place- they don’t do that. They don’t openly tell you what raises the alarms for immigration to conduct further checks
Christopher ***********
PositiveLynx7934 Difference being you are constantly making false statements about the actions of Thai police. That’s why you post anonymously.
Positive********
@Christopher **********
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I can also post some random link. 😂Christopher ***********
PositiveLynx7934
@https://www.facebo******************
Positive********
CleverRadish5177 🔮
Positive********
@Christopher **********
Yeah sure 😂. Looking forward to listening to him instead then 😉CleverRa********
PositiveLynx7934 I’m also not a magician but I know they keep the secrets to themselves. Same principle here.
Christopher ***********
PositiveLynx7934 You seem to keep forgetting we have a group member who works for Thai Immigration. There is a saying; ‘Give someone enough rope……’.
Positive********
CleverRadish5177 You're working for immigration?! How do you know that exactly?
Christopher ***********
CleverRadish5177 He didn’t misunderstand. He posts deliberately perverse and obtuse responses to wind us up.
Syed *****************
Phuket immigration is bad. I had to show dollars once .
Luit *****************
@Syed ****************
20K THB or equivalent cash is just a requirement for each tourist, and DTV is a tourist visa.
Magenta********
@Syed ****************
on DTV?
YU**
Troll Warlord not only exist in DOTA
Kannan **************
BS BS BS BS
Christopher ***********
BS troll post.
PastelCa*********
Sounds like BS, entered many times with DTV, you dont need a return ticket.
Anonymous *************
OPPastelCaribou9499 many people do . However if they are suspicious they can . It’s a form they make you fill out. They want your departure date and flight number
Christopher ***********
Anonymous participant If I was the Immigration Officer processing your entry to Thailand I’d be insisting upon a Mental Status Examination (MSE) too.
Luit *****************
@Christopher **********
You are lucky they don't do...ExcitingR**********
Utter garbage comment : so when something has not happened to you personally, you don’t believe it happens ? Some people here are duumb AF !!
Christopher ***********
ExcitingRaccoon1731 How about when it doesn’t happen to anyone else either? Trolling is the name of this game!
Marb ********
PastelCaribou9499 so because it hasn’t happened to you personally you don’t think it happens?😂
Christopher ***********
@Marb *******
Such difficulties only happen to anonymous posters and those with strange Facebook profiles.Christopher ***********
PositiveLynx7934 No change of rules. No reason to beware. Strange wording. If true, one Immigration Officer made a mistake.
Christopher ***********
PositiveLynx7934 Can cause so much suffering. Nervous breakdowns too. Whole lives ruined. What would you suggest? People need to abandon their DTVs for the sake of their health?
Positive********
@Christopher **********
Of course Kilcourse. 😂 IOs do mistakes in performing their own job.Activity
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