Reaching out to freelancers who managed to get their DTV visa, and would like to ask about the portfolio they've presented. In the requirements it says "professional portfolio needed". Did you make a special portfolio page for the application? I'm not sure what kind of page would suffice. Or maybe a PDF will references would be enough? I own 3 websites for 3 digital services I'm providing, and no sure how to incorporate those in the application. If somebody could show me their portfolio that got accepted, I would be grateful - in PM it's OK if it's confidential. Thanks!

🚨 DTV Visa Rejections – Let’s Learn from Every Experience! 🚨

I’ve seen many inspiring success stories about DTV visa approvals, which is fantastic—we’ve all learned so much from them. But what about those who faced rejections? 🤔

If your DTV application got rejected, please share your experience:

* What was the reason for rejection?

* Which consulate did you apply at?

By consolidating these experiences here, we can create a valuable resource for everyone going through the process. I know we can search the group for “rejected,” but having everything in one place would make it even more helpful and insightful for all.

Let’s support each other—every story, whether a win or a challenge, is worth sharing. Drop your experiences in the comments! 👇

Received my DTV visa today from Hanoi..I really appreciate all the discussions of this group. Was really helpful.

LTR wealthy pensioner visa:

Who has applied and was successful?

Tips??

Thanks 🙏🏽

Approved in JAKARTA

Processing time: +3 working days. Walk in Mon-Thu till 11:30AM. CASH ONLY.

Provided:

* last 3 bank statements (monthly) which only the last one had over 500k THB (highlighted balances each month)

* screenshot of current balance which got rejected on spot

* single medical appointment at orthopedic clinic (hospital) in Bangkok (printed gmail with hospital images)

On Monday there were ~45 queuing tickets issued. At 11:30 the calling number was 35. Tried to collect on Wednesday - rejected and told must come Thursday afternoon (despite the visa date says it was issued on Monday). Collection day had queue around 15 people at 13:20. But moved fast, within 20 minutes. On Monday there was a German guy who got turned on spot as he didn't bring some translated documents (asked to come again). I think this embassy is getting busier as it's popularity is spreading fast.

METV London processing time. Applied via the website on Tuesday 17th September 0700 hours. Approved Sunday 22nd September 1930 hours. That’s 6 days, well pleased with that.

Info uploaded; PDF showing return flight from London and also two return flights during this stay to other Asian countries. PDF showing all accommodation booked via Agoda. PDF showing utility bill and TV licence bill.

Note that when I made the payment the website showed an error, however when I checked the visa card statement at my end, I noticed that the payment was pending and actually it did go through, so just be aware that this could happen to you and don’t panic if you get an error message.

Next step is to set up a GoFundMe website to pay for this lot - joking.

Have any of you had success getting a Schengen visa for Italy for your Thai girlfriend/boyfriend? If yes, agent used? Tips? (I live in US now but will retire in Thailand next September). TIA!

Got my 5-year multiple entry DTV approved and have some tips...

I applied last week and submitted my portfolio and CV as a simple link to my professional website (in English) and to LinkedIn (also in English), but that was not accepted as a sufficient answer. I think they probably didn't even click on the link, so I created a PDF with the website copy and another PDF with my CV, and that was ok :)

So don't assume that they will click on links, even if you have a professional website, create a PDF with all the necessary content so that the e-visa system gets hard copy evidence.

I was also asked for flight number, company registration details (LLC, I own 100%), ID card (to prove residency), bank statement (this was a bit tricky as last month's 6/2024 statement was "too old" for the embassy, so I was asked to provide the latest balance, but the screenshot of the banking app was not accepted, so I had to ask my bank to create a custom PDF with the current/last account balance).

So after 2 more rounds of "submit more documents" it was approved.

The embassy in Prague was actually very helpful and called me (twice) to explain exactly what they needed and why. They work with you to get you approved 😀

Anyone here holding LTR visa? If so, did you use a third party or applied on your own? How long did it take you to get approved?

ATTENTION MEMBERS

The eVisa portal for visas to thailand.

We get a lot of people posting questions about the eVisa website and the requirements for specific visas, etc.

You have to realize that the consulates/countries using the eVisa website each have their OWN criteria for the different visas (usually listed on that consulates' web-page).

Once you pick your country, and the appropriate thai consulate based on where you are in that country, you follow the criteria to get a visa from that specific consulate and your visa application is processed by that specific consulate.

This is why we say READ the requirements for the visa at the thai consulate you're applying at.

-Most consulates say you have to be IN the country where the thai consulate is located to apply for an eVisa thru them

-SOME consulates want confirmed hotel/lodging for the whole duration of your stay (on tourist visa), meaning they won't accept just a booking that isn't confirmed, where as some only need a few days or a reservation of booking

-Some consulates require proof of onward travel within the days you'll get stamped in for (on tourist visa), some don't require it

-Almost all consulates require you show proof of flight from the country where that consulate is to thailand although some are more flexible than others

-Processing time varies a LOT between the consulates <- meaning they are NOT the same :O Sometimes even between the consulates in the same country :/

So again, if you're applying for a visa to thailand thru the eVisa portal the first place you need to go to is the website of the consulate you're applying thru for requirements, processing time, etc

The Consulates are pretty good about emailing people for more information if they require it during the application process.

Go SLOW, take your time, get the data entered correctly, upload the asked for documentation. You can stop in the application process and save your progress then go back to it and resume applying.

READ the User Manual as it has good info if you haven't done an eVisa before.

I think right now there's 25 countries that participate in the eVisa system with 41 thai consulates in those countries using it.

Something to keep in mind is a single entry tourist visa and a single entry Non-Immigrant visa are both valid for 3 months after they're issued <- meaning you have 3 months to ENTER thailand and get stamped in for the amount of time that visa allows.

That means there's no reason to wait until shortly before you travel to apply for single entry visa and run the risk of it not being approved in time for your flight here.

We wish everyone success in their eVisa application endeavors (y)