My DTV application failed. They asked me for additional documents that I do not have. They increased the tenure of bank statement to 6 months, which I don't currently have. Cairo consulate.

Need some advice on my situation. I have been living in CNX for 10 years. The past 5 or so have been on a retirement visa. In late November I visited family in the USA and thought it would be a perfect time to switch to the new DTV. In the first week of Dec I submitted all of the "required" paperwork listed on the site and paid $400 to the Consulate in Washington DC. About a week later I was asked for another document. I think it was an employment verification letter, which I had to create since I am a self employed freelancer for more than 20 years. Another week goes by and they ask for a recent payment receipt, which as a self employed freelancer I don't really have, but I put something together and sent it to them. I explained my timeline and that I had a return ticket booked on Jan 3. Another week goes by and again I was asked for more info, this time they asked for my tax filings. The problem is that by this time we were into the Christmas holidays and my accountant was gone for a 2 week vacation and I could not get a copy of my tax return. The best I could do was a recent 1099, so I sent that.

Every time I sent new documents, I mentioned my departure date and asked if I could set an appointment for a phone call, but never received any responses. I mentioned that I was concerned about running out of time... which is exactly what happened.

I ran out of time and they kept my $400.

My question is.... is my application hopeless now that I have returned to CNX? btw I re-entered on a 60 tourist visa.

I did manage to reach someone on the phone in late December. They were surprisingly rude after I expressed my frustration of them stringing me along for a month without any communications while asking for new docs 3 or 4 times.

Their response was that when I submitted my original paperwork I had agreed to them being able to ask for new documents.

Does anyone have any suggestions for what I should do now? thanks

I got the DTV from Paris in less than 20 days with no additional request! Got a lot of tips from here so I wanted to share:

- I carefully followed the instructions on the Paris embassy website. Each embassy got slightly different requests, just follow them carefully

- Less is more. Don't explain or give more than what they ask, easier for you and for them

Documents shared:

- I'm an auto-entrepreuneur (freelance) I wrote a letter in French + English to explain my activity and shared a link to my website

- Proof of address in France I shared a mobile phone invoice

- Bank statement only showing the correct balance (over 15 000 EUR) no need for 3 months statement etc...

- Proof of registration of my self-employment issued by INSEE in France

- Invoice from one of my client + proof of payment received in my business account

- ​​Screenshot of the “About” page from my website showcasing my activity, including my full name, first name, and photo

It was quick and easy, don't overthink it just provide EXACTLY what they ask at your local embassy!

DTV Succes Story from Penang, Malaysia.

I applied under the workcation scheme as an employee of a company I co-own.

08 Jan 2025 11:00 – Application submitted.

10 Jan 2025 18:00 – Request for further documents.

10 Jan 2025 19:00 – Submitted

16 Jan 2025 15:00 – Request for further documents.

16 Jan 2025 15:30 – Submitted

17 Jan 2025 15:00 – Approved

The first round of extra documents requested where some questions about my work, whether I have an office in Thailand, and how often I travel there. The second request was for more details about my work and a sample of it.

Thanks a lot to this forum for providing useful answers about the process.

DTV Approved! US Citizen.

Filed in USA through LA Consulate

Filed Dec 7 Workcation

Asked for additional docs Dec 13, sent same day.

* Other request documents: Your recent tax return

* Other request documents: Business registration of the company

* Other request documents: Employment contract or employment certificate from company

Didn't hear anything until I called on Jan 13. I fly Jan 20, so was getting nervous. They said call back Jan 15. I called this morning (the 15th) and they said they'd expedite it but no promises. 6 hours later it was approved. Lots of relief!

Thanks to all in the group for your help!

This is the list from the embassy in KL regarding documents required for DTV.

I’d like to use the soft power option but noticed them asking for a payslip (which I don’t have, only passive income and bank account with required balance)

Is that the same at other embassies?

(note: currently in Thailand, planning on going to Malaysia to apply)

Any advice?

Hey, all! I am finishing my visa application (DTV) and am on the last page. Just had a few questions before I submit; 1 & 2 seem pretty straightforward. 3, are they asking for my current US address, like a bill addressed to me? Not sure what they’re askin’ for. 4; can this be my US account, or do I need a Thai banking account? I do have a Wise account, that I could transfer funds into, however I’d prefer to keep it in my US account. 5; I do have a letter from a Muay Thai gym, however, it is 6 photos, and the maximum picture size can be no larger than 3MB. I have a file compressor, but I’m not sure which of the 6 files to upload.

I leave on the 22nd, for Pattaya. Hope this is enough time.

Thanks in advance!

1. Biodata page of passport or travel document

2. Photograph taken within the last 6 months

3. Document indicating current location

4. Financial evidence: amount no less than 500,000THB

5. Proof of activity to attend the activity or letter of appointment from hospital/medical center

I’m interviewing in Taipei tomorrow. I submitted all my documents online. Do I need to bring physical copies to the interview? It’s like 200 pages. If so, any recommendations on where I can print easily/cheaply in Taipei? Thanks.

Just got my visa application canceled because I missed my middle name in application process.

Indeed that's totally my fault but do we have to pay 340$ each time a mistake is made ?

I felt more secure to apply online when I heard that if you don't have all the documents the will ask you for more documents instead of immediately canceling the application.

This is some of the things that would never happen when applying physicall. I'm very disgusted about that behavior to be honest.

Hey guys, I’m applying through London embassy online. Just got the email for further documents, I wanted a bit of advice on this so I make sure I get it right-

So firstly they basically want a cover letter explaining my freelance work & making sure it doesn’t infringe on local laws regarding working in Thailand

&

Secondly, I run an online store selling clothes from the uk, so should I write a description of that and link my social pages & website to them?

Any help or advice would be great.

Thank you!

(For ppl who are applying from uk, for ref I applied on the 5th and received this email on the 8th)