Hi all,

Does the 90 day reporting clock restart everytime you leave & return? (Or is it every 90 days from visa issuance no matter what)?

Thank you

I just wanted to share my experience for applying for the DTV visa as a freelancer …. I applied in Da Nang (Vietnam) last Monday , 2 days later I was asked for additional documents (high lighted freelancer income on bank statements/entry stamp to Vietnam/Company registration for the agency i currently have a contract with).

I supplied everything that was asked for and just had it it approved today, so that’s 7 days in totall including the weekend. I used chat GTP to support my application , which was really efficient and made my application clear and structured. The prep was the hardest part … all in all a smooth process. Good luck to everyone else applying 🙏

I went to nongkhai immigration last week with non o visa all paper work in order staff were nice told me to come back 1 month before non o expires which is 16th January is this normally way it's done to get 12 months extension

Hi everyone. Would love some advice please - on how long the money has to be in the account, for a DTV? I've got enough now, but have only had it in my account for a few days.

I would be wanting to live in Chiang Mai. Currently in Hanoi, but could also apply from my hometown in the UK. Which is the most likely way to get approved?

Also, my unmarried partner (we have a child together), can I sponsor him to get one, too? We only have enough money in account for one person... is it possible to apply myself (with our child as dependent) and then to sponsor him to get one after?

Multi entry gotcha!

I recently renewed my retirement visa a month before it was due. I made the mistake of assuming that my previous visa stamp and multi entry was valid until the expiry date. No so, the new one replaces the existing stamp.

As I didn't have a new re entry stamp I was nearly denied entry as the previous multi entry stamp was invalidated with the new visa stamp.

Fortunately after some discussion with a senior officer they allowed me to enter.

Previously I had a Non-Imm O. I have been out of Thailand for a few months. I wish to return for 60-90 days this time. I own a condo in Bangkok. However, I am wondering how strict they are on having an ongoing flight or train ticket etc?

Switching banks for non-O visa.

I am currently on a Non-O visa based on age (Bangkok Immigration) and plan to switch banks. I want to ensure the process goes smoothly without disrupting my visa status.

Planned steps:

1. Transfer 400,000 THB from the old bank to the new bank six months into my current extension.

2. Once the first transfer is confirmed, transfer another 400,000 THB.

Documents I plan to prepare for visa renewal:

a. Old Bank:

• Bank letter confirming the account.

• Bank statement showing both transfers (up to the day after the second transfer).

• Updated bank book showing the balance after the second transfer.

b. New Bank:

• Bank letter confirming the account.

• Bank statement starting from the day before the two transfers to show the incoming funds and balance of 800K at least 3 months before the extension date.

• Updated bank book showing the balance as of the visa renewal date.

I guess my question are:

1. Do i need to keep the old bank open until the extension renewal, or showing the overlap of transactions between old and new bank is good enough? (Will not keep old bank)

2. Which banks have a branch in Chaeng Wattana where I can update my Bank book (I heard Kasikorn closed their branch there).

Thank you

Hi everyone! I first entered Thailand on August 31st on my DTV visa, and I’ll be leaving on December 1st after using it for 3 months. I plan to re-enter in January on the same type of visa (for my Soft Power Muay Thai training).

Can anyone please tell me what the requirements are when I re-enter?

• Do I need to show proof of accommodation and other documents again,

or can I just enter without any problem since it’s the same visa type?

Would really appreciate any advice or recent experiences — thank you! 🙏🇹🇭

Using the TM.7 application form can the DTV be extended once per entry stay for up to an extra 180 days, which means you could stay in Thailand for a total of up to 360 days (180 days + 180 days) without leaving Thailand?

My DTV application was unexpectedly rejected today (6 Nov at 11:54 a.m.) with HCM, Vietnam

Timeline:

• 27 Oct: Submitted application (7:10 p.m.)

• 28 Oct: Further info requested → submitted same day

• 4 Nov: Emailed consulate (visa expiring 9 Nov); later that day status changed from Document Check → Pending Approval

• 6 Nov, 7am: Emailed again early morning (tomorrow is the last working day before my visa expiry)

• 6 Nov, 11:54 a.m.: Received rejection

I’m an immigration advisor of NZ, working for a Chinese company, and I included:

• 6 months of payslips, bank statements, tax records, employment letter, the company registration and my license certificate.

• A NZ term deposit of over 1 million THB

• Stayed at Da Nang: boarding pass, hotel bills, visa and visa stamp.

Everything seemed straightforward, so I’m shocked by the refusal.

I can think of three possible reasons for the refusal, but I’d be interested to hear other views:

1. HCM may regard me as able to work locally since I can provide consultations to both Thai nationals and foreigners in Thailand, while the DTV prohibits me from working in Thailand. However, all clients of the company are from mainland China, which is not specifically mentioned in the application. Should I clarify that I am aware of Thai law and will not conduct any local work?

2. I hold both Chinese and New Zealand citizenships, but I applied under my Chinese passport (as only my Chinese health insurance covers me due to my medical conditions). This is not something I can change.

3. I used a New Zealand term deposit instead of a savings account, which might be seen as funds not immediately accessible. Should I instead provide proof of a regular savings account?

Has anyone experienced something similar or know what might have triggered this?