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Which country is better for submitting a DTV application, Indonesia or Malaysia?

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Sep 3, 2025

8 months ago

Yazeed *************

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Hey! I am about to submit my DTV application. I am flexible on where I do it as I’m already in Asia. I’m torn between Indonesia or Malaysia. Does anyone recommendations or recent experience on which may be better for an application next week ?

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The user is seeking advice on whether to submit their DTV application in Indonesia or Malaysia, as they are flexible on location. Comments highlight that Malaysia has stricter accommodation requirements but may be more stable for the application process compared to Indonesia.

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Hamad ********

Given the current situation in Indonesia probably opt for Malaysia

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Yazeed *************

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Okay that’s fine I have a lease for a condo

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Greg ********

Malaysia has stricter requirements such as proof of 6 months booked accommodation in Thailand.

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