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What steps did I take to successfully obtain a DTV visa from the Thai consulate in HCMC?

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Shannon *******

asked Sep 18, 2024

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# DTV Update: HCMC Approved!

I'm in HCMC right now and just picked up my DTV today.

Here's what I did to prepare:

- Scheduled my appt at the HCMC Thail consulate 3 weeks ahead of my trip

- Pre-filled the visa app from HCMC Thai consulate

- Printed out my American business license/LLC paperwork

- Printed out 2 client contracts with my American biz name/address shown (matched LLC paperwork)

- Printed out 6mos of bank statements with 500k+ baht showing for all 6 mos

- Printed out my HCMC hotel confirmation

- Had visa pics printed and ready

- Had precisely $340 USD in crisp bills

What they did when I arrived that you can do ahead of time:

- Had me glue my picture to my visa app

- Highlighted the ending bank account summary amount for each month

What issue I ran into:

- One of my USD bills had a tiny bit of ink on it - they asked me to exchange it for a "clean" one. I popped over to a currency converter shop and exchanged it, and was able to get back in line without an appointment.

Visa approval + pickup

- They processed all the paperwork with the "clean" bills in 5 minutes and gave me a slip to pick up my passport with the new DTV in 48 hours. (This means you're officially "approved")

- Two days later, I returned the slip and instantly picked up my passport, which included DTV.

*NOTE: The HCMC Thai Consulate visa center is a tiny container office outside.*

I hope this helps!

Answer summary

The individual shares their experience obtaining a DTV visa at the HCMC Thai consulate, detailing the preparation steps taken, including appointment scheduling, document printing, and issues faced. Key tips are provided, such as ensuring bank statements are concise and having clean currency when paying fees. They successfully received their visa after a quick processing time and highlight the small size of the consulate office.

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Paul *********

Was the bank account you used just a savings account with a balance of over 500 k or does it have to be one that your doing business in and using.

2 years ago

Ana *******

@Paul ***********

2 years ago

Sab *****

Did they ask for a company stamp on any of your work contracts/ freelance contracts?

2 years ago

Shannon *******

@Sab ****

It's all noted in my post above. I provided contracts and LLC paperwork.

2 years ago

Sab *****

@Shannon ******

so no original stamps needed? How long in advance did u make the appointment. Theres nothing available for the rest of the year...

2 years ago

Tim ***********

You got me in your photograph :)

2 years ago

Shannon *******

@Tim **********

congrats to you too! 🙌🏽

2 years ago

Tim ***********

@Shannon ******

this embassy was the best! Hassle free except the USD notes...that was a little annoying .

2 years ago

Shannon *******

@Tim **********

Totally agree! I had the same single issue.

2 years ago

Greg ********

Good clear info for anyone applying!

2 years ago

Tyler *******

Congrats, American also here applying in Vietnam soon.

I have a question regarding the bank statements,

Sometimes my statement for any given month can be 2-3 pages long. Did you print all the pages and gave it to them? Or just the final page that shows the starting and ending balance?

Thank you and congrats again 🙏🏻

2 years ago

Shannon *******

@Tyler ******

I printed out every single page for every month, which was typically 2 to 4 pages each month.

2 years ago