I’ve noticed quite a few DTV application rejection due to incorrect personal information—specifically in the “Place of Issue” section.

It seems that many applicants are entering the name of their countries passport in this field, when in fact, it should be the EXACT wording shown under the “Place of Issue” or “Authority” depending on your counties passport.

In all my previous visa applications for Thailand, I’ve always entered what’s written under “Authority” rather than simply listing the country name, and I’ve never had any issues.

I think it would be helpful to clarify this once and for all to prevent others from making the same mistake—and potentially losing money as a result.

Can anyone else who has successfully applied for the DTV visa confirm if this is correct?

I only qualify for soft power activities.

My situation requires I sought the cheapest, yet successful option.

Can you please share your lived experience?

My DTV Visa Experience - EU Citizen applied from Malta via Athens, Greece

Hey everyone!

I wanted to share my journey of applying for the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) as an EU citizen residing in Malta. I applied for the e-Visa through the Royal Thai Embassy in Athens, Greece, and here’s how it went:

Application Date: December 12, 2024

Documents Submitted:

* Biodata page of my Passport in PDF format.

* Passport Size Photo (taken within the last 6 months as required).

* Document indicating current location - I attached my Maltese residence permit, both front and back on one page.

* Financial evidence: A minimum of 500,000 THB. I transferred the necessary amount last month via Revolut, combining USD and EU accounts. My bank statement from December 1 to December 12 was submitted, no expenses were shown for those dates.

* Employment contract: My new contract from October was signed electronically and clearly states I can work "remotely from any location of their choice".

Process:

After submitting all documents on December 12, I kept checking the status which stayed at "processing document check" until today, December 20, 2024. Finally, I received an email stating my visa has been APPROVED! The best part? No follow-up documents were needed or requested by the embassy.

Tips:

* Make sure your financial documents clearly show that you have the required amount without any discrepancies.

* If you're using an electronic contract, ensure it’s clear and legible, and reflects remote work flexibility.

Good luck to everyone applying! Here's to new adventures in Thailand. Merry Christmas to all! 🎄

Feel free to ask if you have any questions or need further details 🙏