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Where can I apply for a DTV visa near Thailand quickly and easily?

John ***********
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Hi. In which country near Thailand is it easiest and fastest to apply for a DTV visa
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Many expats suggest that Vietnam, particularly the embassy in Hanoi and the consulate in Ho Chi Minh City, offers the easiest and fastest process for applying for a DTV visa. Some also mention Laos and Indonesia as potential alternatives, while there is a request for information on the requirements and eligibility for the DTV visa.
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John *********
John *********
Just a stupid question what are the necessary requirements for a DTV , who is illegible ?
Cissi *********
Cissi *********
@John ********
there are different categories of DTV's: 1) "Workcation" - for remote work, freelancers, digital nomads. Meaning you need to have your own business (and paperwork, portfolio, invoices, proof of tax payments etc) or be employed by a company outside Thailand, that confirms that you are allowed to work remotely etc. All work done while on workcation can not be Thai related, have Thai customers etc. 2) "Soft Power" - for things like attending longer courses (min. 6 month), related go Thai culture such as Muay Thai and Thai cooking. Soft power is also for Medical treatment over a longer period (needs appointments and treatment plan from hospital/clinic). It's also for attending some other cultural events - never seen anyone apply for those, but music festivals are mentioned in the initial visa information. 3) for dependants to a DTV-holder. For 1 and 2, I believe there's a minimum age of 20y and the applicant needs proof of having 500k in a personal bank account (not thai account). And the application fee is around 10k thb (varies depending on embassy/consulate).
Tore *********
Tore *********
@John ********
not a stupid q at all. Different embassies has wildly different requirements for same visa πŸ€·πŸ»β€β™‚οΈ
Hans *********
Hans *********
I was told Indonesia's good too by my Muay Thai owner
Hans *********
Hans *********
Ok since this has gone off the rails I've had my coffee now, the Muay Thai company I used to get dtv informed me the best two embassies are Hanoi, Indonesia for speed, cost, ease.
Mikkel *******
Mikkel *******
@Hans ********
you have an owner? I guess it's good they know Muay Thai, so that they can protect you. Hopefully you are getting lots of petting, walks, and tasty treats. πŸ˜‚
Hans *********
Hans *********
Jesus ,people will comment on everything . Hope ya feel better chachi
Mikkel *******
Mikkel *******
@Kris ****
right. I already have one though as I am married πŸ˜‚
Kris *****
Kris *****
@Mikkel ******
yeah, it seems like you need petting and tasty treats to cheer up in the morning. Try to have owner, because I see that this aspect moved you very muchπŸ€£πŸ˜‰
Hans *********
Hans *********
@Mikkel ******
yeah, I was half awake it does sound like I have an owner, but I really dont
Mikkel *******
Mikkel *******
@Hans ********
sorry man. Just poor Sunday morning pre-coffee humor. Couldn't help it. Have a great day πŸ™
Nickna******
Nickna******
Vietnam
John **********
John **********
Carnt you do it any where
Anselm *********
Anselm *********
@John *********
I find it more practical to go to Malaysia
Andi ***********
Andi ***********
@Anselm ********
Triple check what you need before applying eg 6 months of accommodation booked in Thailand, 500k THB seasoned for 6mths, certified docs. It is the strictest embassy to apply from for the DTV.
Andi ***********
Andi ***********
@John *********
No, e.g can only apply in Singapore if you are a legal resident. Many places in SEA you can apply from though
Enjy ****
Enjy ****
@Andi **********
can apply non-b at Thai embassy in Malaysia while on tourist visa ?
Andi ***********
Andi ***********
@Enjy ***
Yes, you can apply for the non B in Malaysia
Anselm *********
Anselm *********
what about Malaysia?
Andi ***********
Andi ***********
@Anselm ********
Its this strictest embassy to get DTV approval.
Shaughn ***********
Shaughn ***********
@Anselm ********
I heard that they are rather strict
Isa *****
Isa *****
Vietnam
Stefan *********
Stefan *********
I'm here in Hanoi and applied the 2nd Dec, 4 Dec it went to processing, and still waiting
Hans *********
Hans *********
I did mine in Hanoi, my friends there now getting one.
Christopher ********
Christopher ********
Vietnam or Laos
Jan ******************
Jan ******************
It seems like a very smooth and straightforward application process at the embassy in Hanoi and the consulate in Ho Chi Minh City, according to recent feedback.
Greg ********
Greg ********
@Jan *****************
any way to do it in Da Nang or only in the other two cities
Tae'lur ********
Tae'lur ********
You can apply from da Nang they just want proof that you’re in Vietnam ie visa stamp
Jan ******************
Jan ******************
@Greg *******
You can do it from anywhere as long as you’re physically in Vietnam. The entire process is handled electronically through the e-visa portal, and once you submit your application, you simply choose the embassy or consulate responsible for the area where you are actually located. Da Nang is done through Ho Chi Minh City.

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