I’m currently in Hanoi preparing to apply for the DTV visa, but after reading a lot of recent experiences, I’m starting to feel a bit unsure. Last year, I entered Thailand on a 60-day tourist visa and later enrolled in a six-month Thai language course. With the proper visa extensions, I was able to stay for a full year—all completely by the book. I’ve never done any border runs or overstayed. I even took a short solo trip to Hong Kong to visit art exhibitions with friends during that time.

I’m now applying for the DTV as a freelance graphic designer, and I have all the required documentation ready—proof of income, an extensive portfolio, and everything else listed in the guidelines. At first, I thought my clean history and the fact that I followed all the rules would work in my favor. But some of the posts I’ve come across suggest otherwise, and now I’m wondering: could studying Thai in Bangkok actually hurt my chances instead of helping them?

I have a question: Is there a DTV for yoga! I want to work on my flexibility but at the same time learn yoga

I know people talk about soft power for DTV visa and it has to be Thai culture activity. I’ve been a licensed massage therapist for 20 years. Why can’t Thai massage classes be considered a soft power? 

Hi I want to get a dtv visa, but can I get a visa with CrossFit, not Muay Thai?

Soft Power - I see many people in this group getting it for all sorts of 6 months courses. I don't get it.

If the DTV is a 6 months visa(+extensions) for each entry for 5(!) years, how would they give it to you if your course is only 6 months ? what happen when you extend after 6 months, or enter again 2 years later ? "Hey sir, your course is over long ago.."

Are there any cooking class Who paid DTV visa documents especially in Chiang Mai Province

I keep seeing Muay Thai gyms being used for the soft power route, but I have no interest in Muay Thai. What other options do I have? I suppose signing up for a regular gym or classes doesn't cut it because it doesn't teach Thai culture?

Hi Guys:

DTV cover letter:

What exactly is expected to be included in the cover letter?

Hello , are there any Americans in Thailand and do people from Thai like black women ?

Is there any Americans traveling to Thai (Bangkok )during the week of the 14th ?

Is this the beginning of the end for Thailand?