I submitted my DTV application yesterday and put my arrival date in Thailand as 25/10/24 because my doctors appointment slip is for 1/11/24.

That only allows 2 weeks between my lodgement and when I say I'm intending to arrive in Thailand.

Is that enough time? Very confident I've provided all documents to approve it but you never know of course.

Canberra Embassy in Australia.

Going to apply in Hanoi next months.

Besides the basic required documents I will provide an dental implant treatment schedule with 2 past and 4 future appointments until the end of 2025 including receipts with my passport number and dentist registration number,an rental agreement in Thailand and a hotel booking in Hanoi.

Would this be a probable reason and documentation?

Any experience members done this already.

Hi everyone, I am looking for some to interview who has successfully got the DTV, to provide tips for others who want to apply.

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My husband and I just had our DTVs approved same day at the Taipei office (both Canadian). Applied at 9am, picked up our passports with stamps at 4pm.

We applied individually (him with his own business, me as a freelancer). We printed out our documents at 7/11 and brought the 11000 TWD cash for the application fees.

Besides the usual documentation, we also provided the following based on the success stories were read here:

• A cover letter outlining the nature of our work and how it is conducted remotely

• A resume

• 5 months of bank statements

• I provided printout of my portfolio, a couple of my freelance contracts and invoices

• My husband provided a copy of his business registration

We got there before 9am, and there was only one other person in front of us (everyone else was there for Thai Citizen services). We were asked why we want to travel to Thailand and why we aren’t applying in our home country. Then they insisted we have a Taiwanese number to contact us, but we didn’t have one as we were using data-only eSIMs so we went to grab a couple of SIM cards which set us back an hour.

We rushed back before 12pm to submit everything again, and they said they would call if they needed more documentation, but if we don’t hear back, then to come back at 4pm.

Well, we didn’t get a call so we came back at 4pm and it was approved. If it’s convenient and works for your situation I would recommend the Taipei office.

I would suggest reading the threads here carefully and gather information for your own situation as every office is different. Good luck to anyone else applying!

What's the best time to apply for a DTV visa??

I'm flying to Vietnam next week to sort this out. Is it best to apply online before I leave? And if so, how long before?

Or do I have to start the whole process after I've already left Thailand?

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We got DTV via Ho Chi Minh City.

Made booking 2 weeks ago via thai embassy’s web in HCMC.

Submitted all documents Mon, 26 august. Received DTV Wed, 28 Aug.

DTV workcation requirement that we submitted:

- work contract agreement with mentioned eligible to work remotely

- 6 months bank statement with transaction details not less than THB 500k in foreign currency

- house rental agreement in thailand - which we provide willingly to indicate our current location

- photo

- copy passport

- form application that you can get it from the visa office/ print it via by downloading on web

- cost U$340 - make sure the money is smooth and new. They are very particular on it

Spouse of DTV workcation

- marriage certificate in english

- local identity that stated in the marriage certificate

- 6 months bank statement with transaction details not less than THB 500k in foreign currency

- photo

- copy pasport

- form

- cost U$340

Btw we also tried via Singapore before, but please noted its not recommended.

Even though it’s more organized that you can submit online, but the requirement more complicated on top of basic requirement, i.e:

- letter from company address to thai embassy in singapore

- company registration in registered country

Good luck!

DTV Visa Approval from Thai Embassy @ Vientiane - Medical Treatment Route

We submitted our application on Friday, August 23, and received the visa on Tuesday, August 27, taking 2 additional business days to process.

We applied via the medical treatment route. The required documents we provided were:

- A doctor signed diagnosis letter from the doctor with the clinic stamp.

- A doctor signed detailed 1.5-year treatment plan with dates of each procedure with the clinic stamp.

- An appointment letter for a future visit with the clinic stamp.

Additional required documents:

- Passport copy

- Copy of the Laos entry stamp (and Laos visa if required)

- Bank statements for the last 6 months showing a stable balance over 500k baht, with account details and the account holder's name.

- Official bank certificate stating the account balance, account number, and account holder.

- Cover letter explaining the medical procedure and reasons for doing it in Thailand instead of my home country.

- Visa application form (can download from the Embassy webpage or you fill it for free at the Embassy)

- Two passport-sized photos

- 10,000 baht for visa fees

A few tips:

- Appointments are required, and slots fill up quickly. However, additional slots marked as '-Additional' open daily on the appointment visa website and are just as valid.

- Even if your appointment is at 11:30 a.m., you can arrive at 9 a.m. and be allowed in.

I’ve seen many reports of approvals, but in reality, at the embassy, there were numerous denials due to unverifiable documents, overstays, or unconvincing reasons. Be diligent with your documentation to avoid issues.

If you use the Royal Thai Consulate General in Georgetown to apply for your TR come equipped with a copy from your malaysian entry stamp in your passport. If you forget they send you out to a man in a van outside the building charging you 10RM for it.

If we want to arrange a retirement visa with an agent who will take care of the 800k, what would be the expected costs for this service? Anyone have a good recommendation?

Sawasdee krap everyone. This is an update on my post from yesterday evening regarding E-Extenisons:

1. Location for ALL E-Extensions is Chaeng Wattana, 3rd Floor. Ginormous “EXTENSTIONS” in the window, can’t miss it.

2. 8:50 appointment. Finished at 8:58. Wow!

3. One receptionist; checks paperwork and passport. One officer; updates data in system, issues stamp (actually a sticker 1/5 size of passport page). Both super friendly, smily and polite.

4. Print out the documents sent to you in the appointment verification email and you’re done.

So simple. Two others waiting. The que on the 1st floor was normal: looong.

Do it!!!! Very much worth the 500 baht admin fee.