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What was the process of obtaining the DTV visa for a Thai cooking course in Bangkok?

Jun 13, 2025
a month ago
Georges *****
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DTV APPROVED: HO CHI MiNH - SOFT POWER

Submitted on 8th June

Asked for more documents on 9th June

Pending check on 9th June

Pending approval on 10th June

Approved on 13th June

I took 6 months course from Arun Thai cooking (Bangkok) and I didn't use an agent to get my DTV visa
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This post details the timeline and personal experience of obtaining a DTV (Digital Nomad Visa) in Thailand, specifically mentioning the approval process from document submission to final approval within six days. The user highlights taking a Thai cooking course without the use of an agent. Comments seek clarification on financial guarantees and additional documentation required.
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Лена *******
Financial guarantees of 500,000 were in your account for 3 months or less?
Georges *****
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@Лена ******
more than 6 months ! I showed my payslips from the last 3 months too
Kyle **********
what extra documents have you gotten asked for?
Hari *******
@Kyle *********
what did you explain , about staying after the course ?
Georges *****
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@Hari ******
I told them that I was interested to continue to learn about Thai & Asian food for the next 5 years. I also mentioned that I have a Thai wife and a job in my country.
Georges *****
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