@Greg **********

Yep. Fixed ending irrespective of new entries vs. dynamic ending based on new entries.

@Todd ********

LTR isn’t technically “multiple entry”. It is more like a re-entry permit built in and the original stamp staying active. Big difference. The DTV does not work in that way. It works like a regular multiple entry - like the METV.

@Todd ********

I have no heard a single report of someone actually having gotten issued a (paper) DTV visa in Laos, Cambodia, or Malaysia. Hoping for reports to learn about their exact requirements.

@Todd ********

It will be another 180 day stamp at every entry. That’s what the law reads. Does that mean it will automatically equate to a quasi 10k residency visa? I wouldn’t go that far. Even holding a visa does not guarantee entry / re-entry. As with every visa, the IO will always have the right to check if conditions for the visa are still met. But you should have an answer in a few weeks when people started bouncing with the DTV. I am not even sure anyone even entered once with a DTV.

@Steven ********

That may be one objective. But I don’t think it’s the prime objective. I think the prime objective is to support the economy to attract more people spending their money in Thailand. Sad, really, when the real objective of a serious government would need to be to transform the Thai economy to be more independent from tourism.

@Lien ****

Seems to depend on the consulate you are applying for the DTV. In theory yes. But some consulates require a certain minimum period. Also, you need a written confirmation with seal and stamp of the institution.

@Henrik ****

Tradeoff: requirements of proof might tighten up during the wait. I.e. bank statements over a longer period of time or recreational activities booked for a certain minimum period.

@Paul ********

Come on!

@Todd ********

A residency visa (like the LTR) is something that is geared to staying guaranteed without having to bounce. The DTV is more suited for people like snowbirds who come every season for a few months. With the DTV meeting requirements can be reevaluated at every extension or border crossing if IO so choose to. Sure, some people will try and use the DTV for an actual 5 year “full time” stay. Time will tell how that works out.

@Todd ********

I thought you were on a LTR? I would still opt for the LTR over the DTV given the chance. The LTR gives more security and more perks that are well worth the added price - if for the guaranteed tax exemption of foreign income alone.

As for the extension, I don't see how it is clunky: it works the same way as every other extension - and it might even only cost the same (as some people suggest it is the usual 1,900 THB per extension).

As for the missed opportunity of the Thai government to charge more for the DTV: Maybe this time they really intend to attract a high number of people staying longer and spending money. Not like the LTR which was set out to attract 1 million people but could barely reach 2,000 as of yet.