Answereda year ago

Will my DTV be nullified if I enter Thailand after the 90-day period?

DTV Visa Thai Immigration Visa Validity Muay Thai Course Entry Regulations Expat Visa Information

asked May 16, 2025

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I was issued a DTV on the 13th of May with the intention of entering Thailand (and starting the Muay Thai course for which it is intended) in late June. 

However, due to family concerns, my plans have changed and I may not be able to enter Thailand until late August. Even though the visa doesn’t explicitly say so, I’m worried that this may cause it to be nullified as it is more than 90 days from the date of issue. 

Should I be worried about this? Many thanks.

Answer summary

The user is concerned that their DTV visa, issued on May 13, may be nullified if they enter Thailand beyond the 90 days from the date of issue. Comments from community members indicate that the DTV is a five-year multiple entry visa, and while experiences vary, many believe entering anytime within that period should be acceptable. Some suggest confirming details with the issuing consulate, as different authorities may have different nuances regarding visa activation and usage.

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Anonymous ******************

It's fine. Come whenever in the 5 years

a year ago

Biff *******

It’s a five year multiple entry visa. You’re fine.

a year ago

Carrie **********

I was told by the Thai General Consulate in New York that if you are approved and don't use it in a 3 month period that it cancels itself out.. But like others have mentioned it could vary from place to place.. I would check with the place where I applied for the DTV and hear what they have to say..

a year ago

Jack ********

@Carrie *********

totally incorrect for a DTV.

a year ago

Mark *******

i am in the same situation. i got DTV few weeks ago but had to change my plans and will fly in September.

a year ago

Christian *******

No one can answer this question and be absolutely sure. I had the same issue and I got different answers from immigration officers. Some said I could emerge anytime within the five year period . Others recommended I come in and activate first at least once before not returning for a while .

a year ago

Klint ******

@Christian ******

thanks, it seems like a grey area. I’m currently in Asia, so I’ll probably spring for a flight into Thailand before heading home for the summer to be safe.

a year ago

Erkan *******

@Klint *****

hello brother ı applied dtv for remote worker but it is cancelled because of my government work. They said me that ı cant work from remotely in government so ı want to apply for muay thai options ı send you dm also can you check pls

a year ago

Brandon ************

@Klint *****

there's zero gray area. The visa has an expiration date. It's black and white. You can enter an unlimited number of times before that date.

a year ago

Brandon ************

@Klint *****

I don't care what other people tell you. It's not grey. This is how visas work. Embassies will not issue visas if you tell them your travel is not within 90 days. But once the visa is issued, it is valid until expiration date. Period. End of story. There is no system or mechanism to cancel a visa after that.

a year ago

Klint ******

@Brandon ***********

this theory seems to contradict other accounts, deeming it necessarily “gray”.

a year ago

Christian *******

@Klint *****

totally grey man . You could be fine or you could be in trouble . Thailand you can never know . Good luck man

a year ago