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What should I expect when arriving in Chiang Mai with a DTV visa?
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Sep 23, 2025
7 months ago
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ORIGINAL POSTERArrived at Chiang Mai airport this afternoon, 3rd entry on my DTV. Sawadee kaa, immigration lady pointed to the finger scanning machine, no questions asked, and gave me a 180 day stamp. No need to show a tdac or DTV visa, it was all in their computer.
Meanwhile I saw several people in the queue in front of me getting a grilling about how many days stay, hotel booking, and onward flight. One guy was getting interrogated for a long time about his “friend’s” address where he was staying in CM, why he was coming for short frequent trips, whether he was working in Laos, and whether he had a Thai wife.
Meanwhile I saw several people in the queue in front of me getting a grilling about how many days stay, hotel booking, and onward flight. One guy was getting interrogated for a long time about his “friend’s” address where he was staying in CM, why he was coming for short frequent trips, whether he was working in Laos, and whether he had a Thai wife.
TLDR : Answer Summary
A recent traveler at Chiang Mai airport shared his experience upon arrival with a DTV visa, noting a smooth process with no questions asked and a 180-day stamp received due to their records. However, he observed other travelers facing extensive questioning regarding their stay plans, including accommodation details and purpose of frequent visits.
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- Take the basic DTV Qualification Test to see if you're eligible for the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV).
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Chiang Mai is the worst to land with a DTV
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