Hello!

What is the usual ("normal") processing time for DTV? I have been waiting for almost 1 month now. First (almost) 2 weeks the system showed "Pending document check". And now I have seen "Pending approval" for 2 weeks. Is this usual or would it make sense to inquire the consulate about the status?

Guide for Indian Passport Holders Applying for a Thailand DTV

Hey everyone! Sharing my experience applying for a Digital Thailand Visa (DTV) for myself and my dependents (wife and daughter) from India via the Chennai Consulate.

About Me

I run a business in the U.S. and create travel & drone-related YouTube videos (Nomadic Explorista). Since COVID, I’ve been working remotely and have traveled to 30+ countries (including 15+ trips to Thailand) without overstaying any visas.

My DTV Application (Individual)

I submitted my DTV application in February and chose the Chennai Consulate (the only Thai embassy in India is in Delhi, rest are consulates). Here’s what I submitted:

✅ Passport scan copy

✅ Recent photo (white background)

✅ LLC registration document & YouTube channel screenshot

✅ Cover letter (explaining profession, purpose of visit)

✅ 6-month bank statement (maintaining 500,000+ THB/month)

✅ Expected flight details (searched on Skyscanner, not booked)

✅ Hotel address (where I usually stay in Phuket)

💰 Paid ₹25,000 INR via cash deposit at DBS Bank (any branch accepts it—double-check your application number before payment).

📩 Visa approved in 4 business days!

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DTV Dependent Applications (Wife & Daughter)

Once mine was approved, I applied for my wife and daughter as DTV dependents with:

✅ Passport scan copies

✅ Recent photos

✅ Same bank statement & LLC registration document

✅ Cover letter (mentioning my DTV status & purpose of visit)

✅ Same flight details & hotel address

💰 Paid at DBS Bank (different branch this time).

📩 Received an email after 3 days asking for a new photo of my wife → Submitted it → Visa approved in 6 more days (total 9 days).

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Final Thoughts

We love Thailand and decided to move as a family in few weeks for long term ❤️.

The process was smooth and much easier compared to the old sticker visa system. If you’re applying for a DTV from India (or as an Indian passport holder), I hope this helps!

Feel free to ask if you have any questions. Happy travels! ✈️

My friend is in Malaysia but far from Kuala, can he still apply for DTV visa online or must move to the capital ? Thanks

Need help getting facts on CURRENT walk-in locations near Thailand.

I’ll leave Thailand and apply for the DTV within 3 weeks. I prefer to go to a walk-in location.

Currently, I’m considering:

1. Taipei – but read they’re going e-visa ~Nov 19? I haven’t been able to corroborate this. Does anyone know if/when Taipei goes e-visa and the last day for walk-ins?

2. Manila - I read they'll accept walk-ins until Jan 2025 - true?

3. Yangon – I read they still accept walk-ins until ???

4. Any other locations I should consider?

Any confirmation or correction of what I’ve listed would be fantastic, and any other relevant advice/input would be appreciated.

Thanks in advance for the help!

Check the website to see if they list the requirements BEFORE you ask "what do I need at that consulate to apply for a visa?"

Website links of Thai Embassies/Consulates most used by members around Thailand. Please try to check by yourself first.

Cambodia

RTE - Phnom Penh: [[members only])

Laos

RTE - Vientiane: [[members only])

RTCG - Savannakhet: [[members only])

Malaysia

RTE - Kuala Lumpur: [[members only])

RTCG - Penang: [[members only])

RTCG - Kota Bharu: [[members only])

Singapore

RTE - Singapore: [[members only])

Vietnam

RTE - Hanoi: [[members only])

RTCG - HCMC: [[members only])

Hello All.

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Thanks!

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Hi TVF. Firstly have a Good New Years. I am aware the Consulate in Penang will not issue a SETV if you have an overstay stamp! However because of the forever changing policies adopted by neighbouring consulates, I would only like to hear from people that have recently obtained a SETV that had an overstay stamp in their passport. Or genuine guaranteed advice that this would not be an issue in another country. My friend firstly had a WP then 30 Visa Excempt extended by 30 days... Now on overstay!