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Will I be denied entry to Thailand if I exit and re-enter after my DTV course ends?
If I have a DTV through soft power of a 6 month course, and I exit and re-enter Thai after 180 days after the course expires, will I be denied entry?
Answer summary
The question discusses concerns about re-entry into Thailand after the expiration of a DTV visa tied to a 6-month course. While the individual seeks clarity and reassurance, responses indicate that the decision for re-entry ultimately lies with immigration officers. Some affirm that once the course is completed and if the purpose of stay matches a general visitor—a vacation, for example—entry should not be denied; however, the need for continued enrollment in the course is a significant concern. The discussions highlight varying opinions on the enforcement of rules and the subjective nature of immigration decisions.
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Paul *******
I have recently entered and re entered a number of times I am on soft powers DTV.
I was never asked anything but of course doesn’t mean you couldn’t be.
I only say this as a recent example.
Best of luck
I was never asked anything but of course doesn’t mean you couldn’t be.
I only say this as a recent example.
Best of luck
จอห์นนี่ *******
I hope so.
GiftedPa********
I've already asked this question here, no one konw the right answer, get ready for 10 types of answers
Luit *****************
GiftedPapaya7858 You mean you don't recognize the right answer.
GiftedPa********
@Luit ****************
It's okay to say you don't know the answer either.Luit *****************
GiftedPapaya7858 I know the answer, I checked at embassy and immigration.
With a bit of common sense it is easy to understand, but since it is inconvenient for a group here they fantasize of all kind of imaginary exceptions for DTV holders without any proof, creating a lot of incorrect answers.
The fact that at entry of the country most rules are not enforced for the majority of aliens as immigration is calling foreigners, makes some of these fantasies look like they are real.
With a bit of common sense it is easy to understand, but since it is inconvenient for a group here they fantasize of all kind of imaginary exceptions for DTV holders without any proof, creating a lot of incorrect answers.
The fact that at entry of the country most rules are not enforced for the majority of aliens as immigration is calling foreigners, makes some of these fantasies look like they are real.
Bert **********
They can for sure deny you because you no longer will be associated with that school anymore once your 6 months course is done.
The dtv say u need to be enrolled in the school.
But hey what’s do I know.lol
The dtv say u need to be enrolled in the school.
But hey what’s do I know.lol
Ken **********
Thailand sounds like a mess! Who is content with flying 10,000- 15,000 miles just to take a
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chance on being denied entry. How silly!
No ******
@Ken *********
there is only mess when you're trying to skate the system. Do it right and theres no issue.
Christopher ***********
You will not be denied reentry to Thailand after your qualifying course has expired. If asked; 'purpose of visit?' answering; 'vacation' has previously proven effective.
Luit *****************
Denying entry is something IO decides about, since you say your purpose of stay does not match the purpose of stay you got the visa for there is a risk IO denies entry.
Normally they don't check, but you might use a fast track service to reduce risk further.
Normally they don't check, but you might use a fast track service to reduce risk further.
Norakone **********
@Luit ****************
My school say to me many time not mandatory to complete 6 months class every year
Positive********
@Norakone *********
Yes plenty of people say whatever. Go to immigration to get informed on what immigration requires.Luit *****************
@Norakone *********
It is not something for your school to decide, it is Immigration that decides about your entry.
Chris *********
You don't have a brain, dont you
Ben ********
No, your DTV is valid for 5 years
Ash **********
No,
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Dave *******
Any re-entry is up to the immigration officer.
They have the power to make and change rules on the spot.
If you have completed your 6 month course then they may well be asking what are you coming back to.
They have the power to make and change rules on the spot.
If you have completed your 6 month course then they may well be asking what are you coming back to.
James ********
Why are you so worried about the DTV visa?
It's a great Thai Visa for 5 years of multiple entries. Each entry gets you a new 180 day stamp.
You are over thinking about getting the DTV visa.
It's a great Thai Visa for 5 years of multiple entries. Each entry gets you a new 180 day stamp.
You are over thinking about getting the DTV visa.
Khun ******
@James *******
Correct ✅ThoughtfulSa************
@James *******
but after 6 months, he will need enroll a new 6 months class, in case they ask him at the airport, don't you think so ?😊James ********
ThoughtfulSalamander8389 at this time that is NOT 🚫 being required for the DTV visa.
What will happen in the future is pure speculation.
What will happen in the future is pure speculation.
ThoughtfulSa************
@James *******
Do you mean no one gets denied for not re-enrolling in a school after the first one ends?Norakone **********
ThoughtfulSalamander8389 I asked many times to my school they say it's not mandatory to complete 6 months class every year after you done your 6 months of class.
James ********
@Norakone *********
as of now, TRUELuit *****************
ThoughtfulSalamander8389 This indeed can happen, it is always up to IO to decide about entry and when the visa is issued with purpose of visit soft power and you are not enrolled in soft power the IO can ask why you still visit the country and decide if it is allowed or not.
ThoughtfulSa************
@Luit ****************
thank you for your answer
Nongluk *************
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