Answered2 years ago

Which is the best place to apply for a DTV Visa: Jakarta, Laos, or Manila?

DTV Visa Visa application Jakarta Laos Thailand TM30

Barc ***********

asked Aug 10, 2024

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Hey everyone,

1 - Which destination do you think is the best for applying DTV Visa (soft power) ?

Jakarta or Laos ?

I heard this was easier and faster to make it in one on these 2 places.

What about Manila?

2 - Can I take an onward flight ticket for return to Thailand? 

Because if it takes longer than expected, i wouldn't like to be stressed about it, and if it's faster than expected, i don't have to stay there too long.

3 - Do i need a 1 year contract on TM30 or less time is enough?

Thanks for your answers 🙏🏼

Answer summary

The discussion revolves around the best locations for applying for a DTV Visa, comparing Jakarta, Laos, and Manila. Users suggest Jakarta due to its quicker processing times and ease of application without needing appointments or certain paperwork like a lease agreement or TM30. The original poster also inquires about using an onward flight ticket for flexibility and the contract duration needed for TM30.

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Erica ********

No need to book an appointment at Jakarta but need to book an appointment at Vientiane.

At Jakarta, the standard processing time is 3 working days after submission. You can count the number of days (include weekends and public holidays), easier for you to book the return flight. I.e if you submit documents on Monday, your passport can be collected on Thursday. Submit on Tuesday, collect on Fri.

At Jakarta, neither Thai lease agreement not TM30 is needed.

2 years ago

Bob *********

Sign up for a boxing class, have them give you a letter, and submit under soft power option. All done, keep your money in home country!!

2 years ago

Bob *********

1 month, 2 months, 3 months doesn't matter. They want you to come back to Thailand and spend money after your class for the next 5 years without having to worry about vusas

2 years ago

Barc ***********

@Bob ********

do I have to go to the class?

Because I got a shoulder injury and would prefer to get the thai cooking class, but don't know yet which centers are "approved" by govt, and if the

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months subscription is enough for immigration office

2 years ago

Rich ****

@Barc **********

Check cooking or massage schools in Chiang Mai. Laos is usually the best place to get new visa.

2 years ago

Barc ***********

@Rich ***

no matters if i live in Pai (TM30) ?

Because in fact, i would like to go to the class, at least for a few weeks.

So if i can find one here, that's better for me

2 years ago