Hey guys just got my DTV soft power in Hanoi in 4 days.

I applied on monday night and got my approval email friday morning :)

All my documents had cover letters in english and my bank statements were in spanish but clearly stated the amount at the end of the month for 3 months, which is what i was worried about cause i hadnt seen anyone apply with bank statements in spanish.

I think they are off for 10 days for holidays so maybe they were getting things done faster this week but if anyone has any questions ill be more than happy to help <3 !

I was thinking of the ED visa for learning Thai language in person.

I understand under the “soft power” option (DTV)relates to Muy Thai and cooking.

I came across the “Pro Language” website. They state they are suitable for the DTV (obviously still have to meet the other criteria).

I wasn’t aware a course in language is acceptable for the DTV mainly why i was originally looking at the ED.

Has anyone had experience of the school for either DTV or ED?

I’m not sure if the course is enhanced with some cultural workshops.

I would gladly book 6-12m courses each year if they offer progressive classes the duration of a DTV ( 5 years of learning)which I’m guessing could only assist of re-entry say in a few years time. Thank you in advance.

Hi, My wife and I are looking to apply for the DTV (soft power activities)myself being the main applicant, does my wife have to enrol in these activities also or is it just the main applicant? Also what minimum time periods do we need to enrol for, as we plan to stay in Thailand approximately 6 months each year.

Thanks in advance

PS- would a Thai language course qualify as a soft power activity?

DTV via Soft Power for Medical treatment? I am looking for Soft Power DTV and I see thai language course is not always accepted. I don't need Muay Thai.

I was wondering for Hair Loss Treatment (maybe one mesotherapy session each 4 months) as Medical treatment for Soft power. Do you think it could work?

I'm already looking into doing the treatment anyways so I thought I could take advantage of it.

I have a DTV . Am considering studying a Thai Language Course. Would I need to change my DTV to Educational Visa, if I was too?

Just starting out on the DTV route from here in the UK as this seems a better option for me rather then the Retirement Visa. I don’t have an online business so would an option like a Thai Language Course be a viable one ?

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?

Has anyone applied and succeeded for DTV using the Thai intensive course with Mind Language School in Koh Samui?

They offer a 2 week intensive course to learn Thai and say it’s eligible for the DTV as well.

I thought you can only do a language course on an ED’s visa?

Another question about applying for a soft power DTV to study Thai language. In the Los Angeles consulate website, the only ED visa offered is for 90 days max. [members only]

But the DTV does not list Thai language-learning among the purposes.

So how are you supposed to apply for a 9- or 12-month language course?

Thanks for any ideas.

🎉 Successful Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) Application! 🎉

I’m thrilled to share that my DTV application with the Royal Thai Embassy in Berne, Switzerland, has been approved!

* Category:

Workcation (Freelancer)

* **Timeline:

**Submitted: January 6, 9:30 PM

Approved: January 9, 4:00 PM

The process went super smoothly—no additional documentation or clarifications were requested! Here's what I included in my application:

## 1️⃣ Personal Documentation & FINANCIAL :

* Biodata page of my passport

* A recent photograph

* Proof of current location (Switzerland)

## 2️⃣ Financial Evidence:

* Bank statements covering the past year

## 3️⃣ Supporting Documents:

* Self-Declaration (partially in Thai)

* Professional Portfolio

* Company registration confirmation from the commercial register

* Lease agreement for my previous residence in Thailand (I was on an ED visa, canceled before traveling to Switzerland for the holidays)

* Reservation confirmation for my next place in Thailand

* Payment receipt for the 7-month Thai language course I’ve already completed

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions about the process—I’m happy to help! 😊

I’m super excited to start this new chapter of my life in Thailand in just a few weeks!