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Jul 17, 2025
18 days ago
Nick *********
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So im in vientiane, Laos. Been here since 9th. Paid money 14th....they just gave us an interview date of 1st August FFS.

This is ridiculous.

Update - they kindly moved it forwards for me following a polite request. Looks like il be out of here 9 days from payment so I take back my above comments 😂 had a whale of a time here in Laos. If you bothered to learn any Thai in Thailand youl love it too as they speak issan and a lot of Thai and youl be able to communicate with and get to know some wonderful locals.
Jan 22, 2025
6 months ago
Micha *********
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Has anyone had experience applying for the DTV for remote workers for Thailand in Hanoi? (Costs, time it takes to get everything done, ease/difficulties, etc.). Thankful for any advice. Many thanks in advance.
Dec 27, 2024
7 months ago
Alessandro ********
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DTV APPLICATION: (SOON TO BE) REJECTED

I want to share my experience with the embassy in Rome regarding my DTV application.

I hold an Italian passport and applied online for a DTV through the Rome embassy, even though I don't live in Italy. However, I was in Italy in October when I applied.

My company is based in Estonia. I'm the sole owner of my business, so everything is legitimate and all documents are in order.

I submitted my application on October 8th. They quickly asked for proof of my company's existence and ownership, which I provided.

By December 27th (today), so almost three months the initial application, my visa status still says (Processing - Pending Approval).

I wrote emails, no response.

I called a few times and was told they couldn't verify the validity of my business in Estonia, which I found quite ridiculous, they would have let the Consul know.

Today, I called again because they still hadn't given me any updates. This time, they told me my application would be rejected for the same reason: they couldn't verify my company's validity since it's not based in Italy.

They advised me to apply directly through the Thai Embassy in Helsinki, Finland, since Estonia falls under their jurisdiction for verification purposes.

Despite how absurd this situation seems, I want to know if anyone else has experienced something similar.

Does it make sense to apply through Finland even though I'm not physically there?

I'd appreciate any advice or suggestions because I'm quite shocked by this whole process. If anyone has had a similar experience or has any tips, I'd love to hear them.
Oct 28, 2024
9 months ago
Jamie **********
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Thought I'd post this while waiting on my DTV in Hanoi. If your going to apply from a Thai embassy outside of your home I would advise that you book your stay as a holiday not as a 3-4 day anxious waiting experience that basically ramps up anxiety and keeps you rebooking accommodation. Also, on a personal note, if you want a peaceful quiet experience while waiting, don't stay in the old quarter, it's crazy !
Oct 18, 2024
10 months ago
Shantz ********
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Hi everyone! Any fellow Canadians here who have applied for the DTV? I'd love to know if you applied through the Ottawa or Vancouver embassy and what your experience was like. I'm especially curious about the success rate before I submit my application. Thanks in advance 😃
Oct 9, 2024
10 months ago
Robert *******
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Two US passport holders. Visited the Yangon embassy on Monday to apply for DTV medical option. No evisa here as others have noted. Made the appointment two weeks ago. Brought along 6 months of bank statements. Foreigner registration and copies of all visas past two years. Photos and the generic visa form. Had appointment details for Bumrungrad specialists for the next 13 months along with stamped signed certificates of diagnosis and treatment plans. Those certificates were very brief and to the point. Not a formal letter. Applied for spouse visa for my wife and brought marriage certificate. All these things were copies. They didn't ask for payment. Told us to come back at 2 pm. Came back and paid, got a receipt and told to return on Wednesday. My wife went back today and picked up everything. The staff were very courteous and as others mentioned wanted to help. They were amazingly efficient as well. We had tons of additional documentation too but they didn't ask for it. Didn't ask for flight ticket or apartment lease. Some local people had up to 8 passports with them. Traffic was very brisk. We've only been in Yangon for two years but know what people are going through. I hope everyone who was there had their visas approved and are able to get out.
Oct 8, 2024
10 months ago
Pauli ********
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Anyone that did the application process in Jakarta embassy recently and can share they experiences please ? ☺️🙏🏽

I’m hesitating between few different countries on where to apply

Thank you !!!

Appreciate all your help and comments
Sep 19, 2024
a year ago
Hello! I am planning to apply for DTV visa in Cambodia. Does anyone have any experience with the embassy there? I have not seen many people talking about applying in Cambodia, mostly Indonesia, Laos or Vietnam. Thank you for any reply in advance 🙏
Sep 8, 2024
a year ago
Janina ************
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Hello! Has anyone had experience applying for the DTV in Taipei, Taiwan? What was it like? How fast is the process? Thank you 😊
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