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Why was my visa application rejected without explanation and what should I do next?

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Oct 10, 2025
2 months ago
Nick ******
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Just rejected hcmc. Zero reasoning why, exceeded all the requested requirements.

Applied 09/29 @ 1100am

Rejected 10/10 @ 525pm

Joke. Won’t be reapplying, will find country that wants longterm stays. No reason to apply again if there’s no reasoning behind rejection.
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The user experienced a rejection of their HCMC visa application after meeting all requirements, expressing frustration over the lack of explanation. Comments from the community varied, with suggestions for alternative countries, inquiries about the specifics of the application, and sharing of personal experiences with visa processes. Some suggested that rejections can occur for minor reasons and encouraged seeking clarity from authorities, while others highlighted the stringent requirements for long-term visas.
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a month ago
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Eren **********
We are good here without you
@Nick *****
. Thanks for the apply
a month ago
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Paras ********
Don’t take it personally. It’s a money-making system, like so many others. Just try a different embassy. My passport isn’t strong, and not to brag, but I have enough funds to support myself anywhere in the world. I’ve been rejected by multiple countries for that reason, yet they seem fine with illegals and refugees. Just saying 😄😄
a month ago
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Paul *******
Laos is a good country. Similar to Thailand. Good quality expats. Try it.
2 months ago
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Anonymous ******************
If you work online there are many more friendly countries to live in Thailand not that country anymore
2 months ago
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Marko ******
Go Vietnam
2 months ago
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Alex *********
The only thing I can think about is your previous history in Thailand, have you been in Thailand for long term, perhaps with an ED visa by any chance?
2 months ago
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Anonymous ******************
It’s common they reject first time applications for the slightest reason. Assuming most will apply again. They rejected me for not having my middle name on every single document. I had ChatGPT walk me through the next time and I got approved the next week. Was mad for a second but $750 applying twice still better than 1000 a company will charge. Best of luck
2 months ago
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Anonymous ******************
Just to clarify, it was a rejection and not a cancellation, as they can do either, and each has different meaning. How long was the class that you registered for? What did they request of you and what did you supply?
2 months ago
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Mo ******
They should give a reason. Try to ask them
2 months ago
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Henrik *****
Worst advice.

Both the Embassy and the e-visa websites clearly states, that in case of rejection “NO REASON WILL BE GIVEN”
2 months ago
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Mr *******************
@Henrik ****
 asking them is good advice. Yes it says that but there are many, many reports in this group of people who called the embassy after a rejection and were given very specific explanations as to the reason for it. Example:
2 months ago
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Henrik *****
There are many many more reports that Embassies stick to their policy, and give no answers.
2 months ago
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Nick ******
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@Mo *****
 I will Monday, they sent it 5:25 on a Friday
2 months ago
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Mo ******
@Nick *****
 you should indeed try to understand why and then correct the mistake and apply in another embassy. Then you will have lost only the application fees. Stay strong and keep punching 🥊
2 months ago
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Nick ******
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@Mo *****
 🙏🏽🙏🏽
2 months ago
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Steve *******
The Philippines want you. And you don't even need a visa to stay long term. Go enjoy 10,000 islands and people who speak English.
2 months ago
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@Steve ******
 there’s 0 comparison between the 2… Thailand is so far ahead of PH in every regard it’s not even a contest
2 months ago
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Steve *******
Anonymous participant 938 okay
2 months ago
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Nick ******
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@Steve ******
 definitely looking into it, many options for longterm stays. I love Thailand but how ridiculous. Exceed everything and get rejected for no reason
2 months ago
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De *****
@Nick *****
 I wouldn't give up on DTV if you think Thailand is the best choice for you. Try in Laos, they require an interview which can be used to your advantage. They're mainly concerned about finances, but if you login to your phone and show them you have the $ you're in good shape. You can try Philippines, but I was there for 8 months and it wasn't for me. Wouldn't recommend Manila, go there and try places like Baguio, Tagaytay, Cebu, or even Boracay.
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Nick ******
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@De ****
 that’s good info, thank you much for the thought, I’ll possibly retry at some point. I was directed by the gym to hcmc for the easiest and fastest… but an in person interview would have landed it. I’ll update Monday if I can get a reason out of the embassy here
2 months ago
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Mo ******
@Nick *****
 Nick Lomb this could be only a BS mistake in a birth date or delivery place of passport
2 months ago
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Nick ******
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@Mo *****
 ill find out Monday hopefully and update thanks for the hope
2 months ago
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Mo ******
@Nick *****
2 months ago
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Mo ******
@Nick *****
 look we have examples here of people who got rejected one time and got accepted the second time. Look up for them you will see. Especially if you qualify, it means it’s a BS silly mistake. It was the case for them too but they lost 300 euros application fees
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@Nick *****
 the visa situation is a lot better in the Philippines, so you won't have that issue. A lot of expats stay in Cebu or Makati, so you should start there and visit a few islands.
2 months ago
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De *****
@Steve ******
 The visa situation is generous and better for those without a Thai DTV, but DTV saves a lot more money than doing continuous tourist visa extensions in Ph. I also got tired of the trips every 60 days to immigration.
2 months ago
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@De ****
 you can get 6 month extensions in some provinces. But OP can't get a DTV, so now we're trying to help him find options.
2 months ago
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Nick ******
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@Steve ******
 surf is better too 🤙🏽
2 months ago
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@Steve ******
 Yes, enjoy all the earthquakes/ natural disasters. Also, the constant political drama/corruption they are currently having. I would stay far away from the phillipines for the time being. Also Steve, many people in thailand, especially in tourist areas with high volume speak english fine. Why don't you go to the phillipines instead?
2 months ago
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Steve *******
Anonymous participant 266 why did you get so offended by me recommending another country to another person? No one was talking to you. Are you okay, friend?
2 months ago
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@Steve ******
 You came off as offensive towards the country you live in. Why the comment about "people who can speak English"? I know many thais who speak perfect english. I also know Filipinos who don't. It's weird to live in Thailand and be in a Thai group, yet put down the people. Also, I stated nothing but the truth about the Philippines.
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Steve *******
Anonymous participant 266 you reading into things that aren't there, isn't on me. I said nothing you seem to think I said.

Maybe work on that. It's okay to be positive, no one will hurt you for being nice.
2 months ago
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@Steve ******
 still 3 rd world
2 months ago
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Steve *******
@Ja ********
 so is Thailand, bud.
2 months ago
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Anonymous ******************
Always apply DTV Muay Thai route if you can
2 months ago
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Anonymous ******************
Hi when u appalled for the muay thai gym to get the DTV visa how many months did u pay your gym to do this vise cheers
2 months ago
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Kurt *************
Anonymous participant 763 why? Not everyone is interested in doing muay thai for the next 5 years
2 months ago
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@Kurt ************
 you don't have to show proof of Muay Thai for 5 years. That's why
2 months ago
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Kurt *************
Anonymous participant 325 right now you wont. But they didnt need to show proof for the ED visa either. Look what happened? 10 000 visa cancelled. You really think they not gonna change it?
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Nick ******
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Anonymous participant 763 that’s what I did
2 months ago
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Anonymous participant 763 not needed if you have the

Correct docs it’s easy
2 months ago
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Anonymous ******************
Sounds strange. My company just had a customer get her DTV in 8 working days. They did request additional paperwork asking for cover letter why she should get the visa. Either your paperwork wasn’t what they wanted or your passport is “weak”. Just redo it with proper company that can supply you with the required documentation 💯.
2 months ago
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Nick ******
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Anonymous participant 397 won’t be reapplying, us cit, greatly exceeded all requirements. Rejected without reason. It’s fine, just posting my results so others can avoid hcmc embassy and possibly the Thai dtv all together
2 months ago
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Anonymous ******************
@Nick *****
 HCMC is the easiest and most popular… you didn’t exceed or even meet expectations
2 months ago
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Neville ********
@Nick *****
 why avoid the Thai DTV altogether?
2 months ago
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Andi ***********
@Nick *****
 HCMC is among the most popular for DTVs, very high rate of approval as this forum shows. There must be something they are not happy with but it is frustrating they have not told you.
2 months ago
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Nick ******
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@Andi **********
 possibly, I’ll call them Monday and update. Thanks
2 months ago
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Andi ***********
@Nick *****
Yeah, it will be helpful to get an update. Good luck 🤞
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Andi ***********
No requests for additional paperwork??
2 months ago
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Nick ******
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@Andi **********
 they did request, I submitted immediately and thoroughly more than requested
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Todd *********
@Nick *****
 what were the supporting docs they requested? That should offer us an idea of where this went bad. It’s frustrating
2 months ago
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Peter ********
@Nick *****
 how long was your course paid for?
2 months ago
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Nick ******
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@Peter *******
 paid 6 months in advance
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Josh *****
@Nick *****
 That sounds toxic bro I know they don't refund for the rejected visa application, but PLEASE tell me your school/gym atleast was considerate enough to refund you? it's already disheartening to get the visa rejected let alone also lose money/time/effort.
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Peter ********
@Nick *****
 I'm sorry that happened to you, it was my worst fear in trying for the DTV visa, hope you get some answers when you go to the embassy and ask why, could be a simple misspelling or wrong date. make sure you talk to that one guy that does them all at that embassy.
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@Nick *****
 Ok, you did Softpower, how long was the course for?
2 months ago
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Mo ******
@Andi **********
 yes sometimes the length of the Muay Thai classes, cooking classes, or medical treatments can be too short
2 months ago
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Andi ***********
@Mo *****
 Yeah, others have been rejected for very short term courses.
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Anonymous ******************
Clearly did not exceed all requirements then.
2 months ago
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Anonymous participant 266 exactly
2 months ago
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Nick ******
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Anonymous participant 266 you’re cool
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@Nick *****
 Some people like to blame others for their problems, when in fact, there is no self accountability. It is an extremely easy visa to get, if you meet the requirements and enter your information correctly.
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@Ni**
 you think they’re rejecting people for fun? A bit of a laugh?
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@Nick *****
 well he’s somewhat correct. You didn’t clearly exceed all requirements otherwise you would have got the visa and not be so upset, crying that you’ll go live elsewhere.
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M.L. *******
Sorry to hear, maybe a different country?
2 months ago
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Nick ******
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@M.L. ******
 probably so, looking for longterm stays. Love Thailand but what a slap to the face trying to do the right thing. Greatly exceeded all requirements and rejected for no reason. I’ve done Ed visa and been in and out of Thailand many times never overstaying, im US cit. I’ll look elsewhere at this point
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@Nick *****
 yes I was also rejected in Laos, they didnt tell me why. I received all requirements
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Todd *********
@M.L. ******
 what is clear, is that you didn’t meet all the requirements. Or you made mistakes in your application
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Mo ******
@Nick *****
 I think he meant try applying to the DTV from another country than Vietnam
2 months ago
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Allan ******
@Mo *****
 I think he’s going to go look at living somewhere else because Thailand has frustrated him.
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@Nick *****
 elite visa
2 months ago
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John **********
You can try asking them but they don't have to give a reason. There was obviously something about your application they didn't like. Did you apply for soft power or workation?
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Nick ******
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@John *********
 soft power, Muay Thai with good gym. They sent my denial 5:25pm on a Friday so I’ll still call Monday, but it’s fine I’ll go to another country longterm. Just posting results so others can avoid hcmc and maybe even the dtv altogether
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Henrik *****
Don't waste your time calling.

The guidelines clearly states: NO REASON WILL BE GIVEN
2 months ago
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Nick ******
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@Henrik ****
 you do you buddy I’ll call if I please
2 months ago
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Henrik *****
Then you will show how ignorant you are about the conditions for applying for a Thai visa, and you didn't research properly before applying
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Nick ******
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@Henrik ****
 you don’t seem like a very happy person 
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@Nick *****
 wich gym ?
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Nick ******
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Anonymous participant 370 6 months paid for at Phuket Muay Thai, they’ve helped many apparently
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@Nick *****
 Monday is a Thai holiday so the embassy will be closed.
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John **********
@Nick *****
 how long were you signed up for with the gym? 6 months is the bare minimum these days
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Anonymous ******************
I had 1 month of muay thai classes and 500k I deposited 3 days prior and accepted hcmc not sure what you did differently they asked me for supporting docs twice about source of funds and future plans
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John **********
Anonymous participant 670 1 month won't cut it these days. 6 months or more is required
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Paul *******
@John *********
 They're not going to give you a reason. Other countries don't give a reason either. Re-apply after making your application better or find another country.
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