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Oct 5, 2025
3 days ago
Magical********
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Hello,

is DTV with soft power muay thai (9 months) possible with income as an airbnb host?

I'm Israeli passport holder

I heard there are many rejections, does someone has information on current situation? Thanks
Oct 1, 2025
7 days ago
Jonathan ***********
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Hey guys,

Is it okay for the initial duration of stay to just be 25 days?

I want to be in Bangkok for just a little bit of time, then visit Vietnam for two weeks, after that, I plan on living in Bangkok for many months.

I'm worried that if they see 25 days, they will just give me a tourist visa (despite not needing one).

Living in Tbilisi and applying to the Ankara embassy.
Sep 26, 2025
12 days ago
I'm approved, got a few tips to counteract all the negative nancies in here lol.

Mainly, I'd really recommend using a visa service to obtain the DTV, a few hundred bucks to have professionals check your documents, submit and advise on what to do is worth the peace of mind.

It's also likely that they have connections within the embassy to get you through if you encounter problems, I've seen this with my ED visa as well - I assume - because I did this last time, that on my previous ED visa, the 90 day reports had some staff that seemed directly associated with the school I attended at the government complex in BKK you have to go to.

Also a side note, the officer that interviewed me in Laos seemed to like the fact that I was applying to the same school I already trained with to do train Muay Thai. You also have to show proof you've paid for the course for 6m to 1 year, I intend on training for atleast another year and got the full 5 year DTV.

Other tips if applying from Laos (Vientiane)

* Very few banks/exchanges have 10000 baht which you need to pay the embassy with after you get a QR code. I went to about 4 different banks/exchanges before giving up and going all the way back to the airport just to change KIP over.

* If you use an agency, make sure they send the interview confirmation as an image or forward to your own email address. Normally agencies use a custom email address to complete the application on your behalf. This almost caused a problem a few days ago when the guy at the embassy wanted to see it and it wasn't an expected document/proof requested anywhere.

* Get a Unitel Laos sim card at the airport and top it up at shops when it expires, sometimes they have a sign outside showing unitel data/days of service and the price. This is to make sure your internet is working if they ask to see your banking app for money proof (and for staying connected out and about). Plus most esims don't even work in Laos or have ridiculous 1st world roaming charges there... haven't done this mobile credit top up stuff for atleast 20 years, so this was a blast from the past 😹

* My sim card expired while I was there and it was annoyingly difficult to buy one from a convenience store (most of them don't have it). However, there is a lady selling sim cards by the Vientiane Center mall from a tiny stall lol... I searched the entire fking mall to find a phone shop that also has sim cards, and a random street seller had exactly what I needed 🤦‍♂️.
Sep 8, 2025
a month ago
Kyoung *****
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Hi everyone, I’d like to share my DTV refusal experience and also ask for some advice.

I applied from Korea under the Soft Power (medical treatment) category on August 11 and got rejected on August 31. I was quite confident I would get it because I’ve been receiving treatment at Ram Hospital since April 2024, right after I was diagnosed. I’ve been going at least once a month, usually spending around 4,000 baht per visit. I also submitted a 5-month bank statement along with the additional requested documents. In addition, I have insurance that covers 100% of my treatment costs, and I’ve always been reimbursed without any issues.

Anyway, it’s okay. Maybe my condition wasn’t considered serious enough, or maybe the portfolio I submitted wasn’t strong enough. Or it could just be that the Korean embassy is stricter when reviewing applications.

The attached image shows the additional documents I was asked to provide. I hope this helps.

For my next attempt, I’m considering changing the category and applying through a Muay Thai course instead. I’m also thinking of going to Bali to submit my application, but I’m worried it might be too soon to reapply after a refusal.

Has anyone here tried applying a second time in Indonesia and successfully received a DTV visa, especially under a different category like Muay Thai? I’d really appreciate it if you could share your experiences or tips.

Thanks in advance!
Sep 4, 2025
a month ago
Hi everyone.

I got my DTV approved today, applying from Hong Kong. A post here (which I think has been deleted unfortunately) really helped me with my application, so I’m paying it forward and detailing what I submitted.

I’m a solo trader, no clients, just an Interactive Brokers account. I aimed to be as detailed as possible in my application, and my professional portfolio ended up totaling 20 pages.

I included:

1. Declaration of Remote Work, saying that my work was all done online, and I would not have any business dealings in Thailand.

2. Evidence for Digital Tools, I included invoices and screenshots from TradingView, Notion and a market newsletter.

3. Summary of Professional Income, I explained my 2025 year to date profits on Interactive Brokers, including starting and balance, profits, and what I traded. My profits are well in excess of what is needed for the minimum amount in your bank account, which I stressed in the application.

4. Brief summary of my nomad lifestyle, I added two points for why Thailand - I’ve been learning Thai since February and am interested in meditation. I included screencaps of my Thai language learning online.

5. Cover Letter

6. CV

7. University graduation certificate

8. Trading Strategy Summary and Financial Statements (6 months)

9. Trading Strategy Sample (I had an offer for a hedge fund job in Hong Kong so I included a few screencaps of the work I did for them)

Note that I submitted 5-9 in the first batch, they requested more info so I submitted 1-4 to try and address their concerns.

My design was:

1. To be as professional as possible. All formatting was done professionally and with care. I ran everything through AI for typos and errors

2. To leverage on my professional and educational credentials as much as possible, because I was worried I had no clients/book of business

3. On my second submission, I wanted to make clear of the remote nature of my work, do a clearer summary of my financial income, and make myself human
Aug 23, 2025
2 months ago
Tanja ******
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Problems recognizing the passport with VISA

I have problems with the passport photo, it is always rejected. Does anyone have any tips on what I need to look out for?
Aug 1, 2025
2 months ago
Hello Folks,

I just received a visa rejection email from the Thai Embassy in Dhaka. I applied under the Workcation Visa category on June 22, and today, instead of moving forward from “Pending Document Check,” it went straight to Visa Rejected.

Not sure what I might have missed! But I can ensure you that all documents and the input on e visa portarl was correct and legit.

Here’s what I submitted:

✅ Bank statements and solvency certificate (with more than the required amount, over 6 months) with regular tranjactions.

✅ Employment confirmation letter and an LLC company report from my employer (I work with them via Upwork). Been working for that company for the last 3 years.

✅ Upwork income certificate for the last 12 months

✅ Freelancer ID issued by the Bangladesh government

✅ All other regular documents (residency proof, air ticket, hotel booking, etc.)

Do you think I should apply again? If yes, when would be the right time?

Any advice or similar experiences would be greatly appreciated.

Happy traveling, everyone!

Thank you.
Jul 19, 2025
3 months ago
Regarding the 500,000 THB bank requirement for 3 months (Thai visa), I’d like to share some insights.

(Note: Requirements can vary by country and case.)

🔑 Key Point:

The most important factor is proving that your source of income is genuine and stable. Your bank statement must clearly reflect this.

At the closing date, your balance should be at least 500,000 THB.

Simply depositing 500,000 in one go right before the submission or splitting it into large sums over a short period is not ideal and may not be accepted.

🇰🇭 Cambodia (As of July 2025):

If your 6-month statement shows regular income and expenses, and your balance at the closing date is at least 500,000 THB, it should generally be acceptable.

But again, do not just make a single lump-sum deposit of 500,000 THB right before your application. Immigration often reviews how your income came in over time.

Make sure your bank account clearly shows your income source — for example:

If you are a freelancer or remote worker, ensure your payment slip matches the amount shown in your bank statement.

You can strengthen your case by providing screenshots of your income source (e.g., Upwork, Fiverr, Wise, etc.).

📘 Bank Documents to Prepare:

Know which visa type you used when opening your bank account.

Keep your bank book updated, including stamped pages.

Take clear photos of:

Latest statement

Updated passbook

App balance (with timestamp)

If your bank account was opened with an old passport, make sure to update your new passport details at the bank.

If pages in your new passbook are linked to the old one, take photos of any reference stamps as well.

📸 When submitting photos of documents:

Include timestamps if required.

Be sure they’re clear and readable.

❗❗❗ Warning About Fakes:

Please don’t trust some agencies just because they are well-known. There have been real cases where agents faked documents, including:

Fake deposits without real money

Fake income sources

Photoshop-altered bank statements

Some people got into serious trouble because of this.

Always ask questions and verify everything yourself. Fake documents might seem easy, but the risk is high — you could lose money, get blacklisted, or be banned from entering the country again.

💡 Final Advice:

Work with a reliable and ethical agent who cares about doing things properly.

Before applying, double-check all your documents at least 3 times.

If you can’t afford to meet the full requirement, look for a legitimate company that can help prove your real income source (not fake paperwork).

I wish everyone the best of luck! I’ll continue sharing tips as I learn more.

Just remember: every country and case is different, so the safest way is to make sure your documents are genuine, consistent, and explainable.
Jul 7, 2025
3 months ago
Approved in Hanoi (Workcation)

July 1, Tue: Applied

July 2 Wed: Add Doc

July 7 Mon: Approved

First of all, thank you so much to everyone who shared countless application reviews.

In my case, I annotated the Financial Evidence section in detail for the past three months and even included screenshot captures on current day, but ultimately, I was asked to simply resubmit the original bank statement. Just for your reference.

Just as I’ve received help, I’ll do my best to answer any questions you may have.
Jul 1, 2025
3 months ago
Ken *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
Having issues with downloading my proof of residency and income. It’s says 3jpeg and having hard time getting this E-visa. Any ideas
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