Is there any cookery schools in Pattaya that caters for the DTV

I am looking for soft power options in Krabi/ao nang.

I was planning on doing Discover Thai Nature, like many have suggested and the information is very interesting to me. I thought it was virtual seminars and I now realize it's in person classes in Bangkok. I do not want to live in Bangkok. I also after further research learned that there are no fully virtual class options on DTV.

Basically just looking for soft power options in Krabi if anyone has any recommendations I would really appreciate it.

I searched the group and just found one person saying they are doing Muay Thai but didn't list the gym

Thank you so much for any help

Hello people Im applying under soft power

How long a course should be whats the minimum duration? Like 6 months ?

So if i take a 1 year course will it help my visa for whole 5 years or just that first year only ?

Muay thai or cooking class which is affordable ?

Recommend a school if possible

Im on a budget !!

What is the easiest route for soft power DTV approval?

My preference is the cookery classes, I understand you have to book a 6 month term to be approved? Does anyone have any reliable and affordable cookery places? Preferably in Bangkok or Chinag Mai?

And will a 6 month class suffice for the entire 5 year Visa?

Thanks!

Hello, Recommendations please of cooking and muay thai classes that are legit for the visa DTV requirements.

Thanks alot.

Hi all!

I just received an update on my application asking me for further documents:

"Since application would get 5 years-visa, please provide the letter of explanation of your plan/ project for the next 5 years in Thailand"

I'm applying from Belgium under soft power (thai cuisine).

I already wrote a cover letter explaining my plans during the 12-month course (which was merged with my bank statements- maybe they haven't seen it?). I'm a professional chef wanting to master Thai cuisine, its cultural background etc.

Seems a bit too much to say I'm going to apply for four other 12-month cooking classes...

I was planning on saying I'd like to explore all regions and thus, need more than one year to learn all regional dishes... Which is true btw.

They don't seem to be asking how I'll sustain myself..

Any thoughts?

Thank you, this group has already been very helpful!!!

I'm planning to move to Chiang Mai in October 2026 with the DTV Soft Powers.

Does anyone know how flexible the 6 month cooking classes are? Do you have to go everyday or can you negotiate how often you go as long as you finish all the classes? Thanks!

Dear friends! I’m thinking to apply for DTV in Phuket. Would you recommended me any Soft Power classes over there if any especially for cooking class? Also do I have to prove 3 months statement of just screenshot of balance while applying with the embassy in Vietnam! Thank you 😊

House of Taste Thai Cooking School -- Is this school credible for DTV and its cooking class?

I googled around and found this cooking school. I found there are over thousands of 5-star Google Reviews. I visited the school in Sukhumvit a few days ago and only found a few students studying there. The teacher, who is called Jay, said it's a low season but she was unable to explain any questions about DTV. Only her colleague on Whatsapp can explain the visa application.

I have searched this group with the name of the school, but I am keen to hear experience of DTV holders who got visas from this school in over past few months.

I am going to find the most credible way to get a DTV soon. Appreciated.

I’m looking for personal accounts on cooking classes in Phuket suitable for Dtv. Any recommendations? hopefully from people who have attended and enjoying the experience. Many thanks.