Hello everyone! I need to leave Thailand next week to apply since my visa is expiring. I am wondering if there is any embassy that is more flexible with the 500kTHB requirement, as usually expected to be in the account for over 3 months. Mine has only been there for 2-2.5 months. I was considering Laos, but it seems they’re strict about the 3 month requirement. I have also heard Vietnam has been rejecting more applications lately and taking longer overall.

Quick follow up on the Thailand DTV experience since a few people asked.

Here’s how it actually played out:

02/06 Applied in Hanoi

02/09 Asked for more info

02/10 Sent the extra docs

02/11 Flew back to Bangkok because I forgot my external HD and needed files ASAP

02/12 DTV approved

02/13 Flew to Laos just to activate it

02/14 Back in Bangkok with the DTV stamped in my passport

Honestly… zero drama. No questions. Way easier than people make it sound.

If you get approved while already in Thailand, you really just leave once, come back, and you’re set.

Dear All

I am going to apply from Laos for DTV visa Muay Thai soft power.

The embassy requires to pay in cash “Thai bhat” , I would like to know if it is easy to exchange money to Thai bhat around there “ like is it from any exchange shop we can get Thai bhat “ ?

Also if you have any recommendation of the area name that you suggest to book Airbnb or hotel which will be convenient to go to the embassy.

If you also have any tips to keep in mind while applying the application please drop it in the comments I will really appreciate it.

Thanks and Prayers for all 🙏

What office do I go to if I need to replace my passport?

Is this the same office that can move my visa stamp to the new passport, once I receive it?

Soft power. Unemployed. 6 months. Documents are valid. Requirements are met. Attended a 1 hour interview. Embassy in Vienna.

I saw someone post about wanting to be based in Thailand for 2-3 years and asking about the process. I thought the DTV isn't meant for long-term stays, but at my interview the embassy questioned every small detail of my application, and did so several times. I stated that after finishing the soft power course, I would return to my country, look for a remote job, and maybe come back later to enroll and finish the other 6 months of the 12 month course.

In the end, they mentioned they would be asking for more documents to send to Thailand for review. One of these is a motivation letter. Now I am worried that what I already explained might make them think I want to overstay. I’m a bit confused is an understatement. How should I write a motivational letter?

Hello,

I am a German citizen but I don't have a German residency or any other permanent address.

I am a perpetual traveller.

What can I do in this case to get the DTV as it requires the proof of a location/address?

I’d really appreciate hearing from anyone who has gone through a similar situation and managed to get the DTV approved without having an official residence.

Thanks a lot!

I have a friend who is 19, and he's here in Thailand with his father. His passport is absolutely full of stamps because he used to go to school in Gibraltar when he lived in Spain.

The problem now is that he's overstayed his visa, and he wasn't able to get an extension because his passport is literally out of space for any more stamps.

The extension was due on the 29th of July, and now it's the 11th. So we're looking at the best route to get him a new passport and to help him renew his visa and extend it before the end of the month.

We’re also considering just paying the overstay fine and then having him fly out of the country and return to Thailand on a tourist visa again.

In Chiang Mai, so thinking Flight to Vietnam.

But whats the most rapid way to get a new passport with space

I am applying for soft power for medical treatment from my home country, Sweden. It is a legit medical treatment with a plan over the course of 2 years with check ups every 6 months. I have that letter from the hospital, bank statements for 6 months, extract from the tax office showing my address, ticket to Thailand, hotel booking for the first few nights. Is there anything else I need?

TIA.

Just got denied today at Jakarta embassy. Applied 3rd of July. No reason given.

Ummm... How long is this suppose to take?