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What should I know about applying for the DTV Workcation Visa through the Penang, Malaysia consulate?

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Hey peeps!

Just got my DTV Workcation Visa approved today, applied via the Penang, Malaysia consulate. Super relieved but if I am being honest, I wouldnโ€™t recommend going through that branch unless you are ready for some serious mental stress ๐Ÿ˜…

Timeline:

๐Ÿ“… Applied: 24 June

๐Ÿ“Ž Submitted additional documents: 4, 8 & 10 July

โœ… Approved: 10 July (submitted docs in the morning, approved by evening)

Huge thanks to this group for all the helpful tips! I would love to give back -- feel free to ping me if you have any questions. Happy to help! :)
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A user shared their experience successfully obtaining a DTV Workcation Visa from the Penang consulate in Malaysia. They noted the stressful application process and provided a timeline: applied on June 24, submitted additional documents on July 4, 8, and 10, and received approval by July 10. They encouraged others to reach out with questions about the process. Commenters congratulated them and shared insights on the difficulties of applying through the Malaysian consulate, suggesting alternatives for smoother processing.
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Hi all! It says on the site that my application is 'pending document check.' Not sure what that means yet, but it also says 'Apply at Royal Thai Consulate-General, Penang.' As I have lodged the application and paid, I've been advised not to go to the consulate. Is this correct? Or will I receive an email or notes on my account if they need more info? Would appreciate anyone's insight. Thanks in advance. Yours frustratingly, Joe
Sophie D. #02C5Email was verified
Hey Joe, from my experience with Penang consulate, you usually get an email if they need more documents. Best to keep an eye on your email and online account, but no need to show up unless they specifically ask you to. Good luck!
Khine *********************
Khine *********************
How many months of 500k bank statements did you provide?
Anonymous *************
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yes that would be best in order to not waste your time and money (in case you got rejected and have to reapply)
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yes i do, the very recent 3 months
Khine *********************
Khine *********************
Anonymous participant Thank you. Sound like I have to wait for that 3 month period ๐Ÿ˜…
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@Khine ********************
3 months! rhe same for the movement of transaction
Khine *********************
Khine *********************
Anonymous participant So just to be clear, your account had the full 500k in it for 3 months straight?
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Upadhyay *********
Congratulations ๐Ÿพ๐ŸŽ‰
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Thank you! Luck was on my side thankfully
Andi ***********
Andi ***********
๐Ÿ‘ Congrats! Malaysia is the most difficult embassy to get approval so you did well passing that test. Worth the stress for the DTV though. ๐Ÿ˜Š
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@Andi **********
Thank you! A couple of calls and emails probably nudged things alongโ€ฆ but I wonโ€™t lie, a bit of luck helped too hahaha
Andi ***********
Andi ***********
Anonymous participant Luck plus a solid application ๐Ÿ˜Š
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What are the additional documents they have asked? and are you holding a long term Malaysian visa or It was just a tourist visa?
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Anonymous participant 564 Malaysian here, I applied via the Penang branch thinking it would be easier since itโ€™s closer to me. But honestly, I would recommend going through KL or Kota Bharu instead. From what I have heard, they have clearer procedures and a more consistent experience with DTV applications.

Hereโ€™s what I was asked to submit as additional documents:

1) Please provide all pages of passport, including empty pages.

1b) Please answer the following questions: 1. What's the details of your work in Thailand. 2. Do you have an office in Thailand. 3. How often do you travel to Thailand for working. 4. Why do you choose Thailand for the place of remote working.

2) Please provide more information: What is the nature of your work? and provide samples of your work.

3) Please provide a bank statement with movement of transaction.

My tip: Send everything as clearly and completely as possible, I combined everything into one PDF and submitted it in one go to help speed things up.

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