Greg *******

I was just discussing similar with my trainer yesterday (A Gym Owner and I do not do MT lol). He has about 100 DTV's approved through his gym. Said he should offer a 1 year subscription model to these when course ends for say 10k THB. Supply all the documentation and they can call off lessons as and when.

2 months ago

What are the reasons my DTV visa application might have been rejected?

Greg ********

The Hague does seem to be a tough embassy to apply to. They are also known for leaving notes on an applicants immigration file too.

2 months ago

What are the requirements for maintaining a DTV for cooking in Thailand during a five-year stay?

Greg ********

Currently, if approved, that is the only course you need to take for the 5 year visa. However, if you extend at an immigration office in the country, you will have to show an ongoing course. If you leave and re-enter for a new 180 day term currently there are no checks for an ongoing course.

2 months ago

Will I get fined for not doing a 90-day report during my first entry into Thailand?

Greg ********

Only if the particular Immigration Officer picks it up. I know a few who have missed one, travelled then came back, reported and nothing said.

2 months ago

Do I need to be enrolled in soft power activities during my checks for the DTV visa in Thailand?

Greg ********

If you extend at an Immigration Office in Thailand you will need to prove ongoing courses. However, the overwhelming majority choose to do a border run to get a new 180 day stamp. Currently, there are no checks that you have ongoing courses booked.

2 months ago

How long does the visa processing time take after an interview, and can it be approved sooner than expected?

Greg ********

Anonymous participant It well over 20 years since I have been to the Thai Embassy on London. Back when you had to go in person for a Touriat Visa. I used to sometimes go to the Thai Square nightclubs at Trafalgar Square around that time. Thai Embassy and Thai Airways staff sometimes there. Anyway - hope you make your flight next week.

2 months ago

Do I need to file a TM30 again for my tenant for the 90-day report?

Greg ********

No need to do it again if they have not been anywhere else.

2 months ago

How long does the visa processing time take after an interview, and can it be approved sooner than expected?

Greg ********

Hopefully as you had an interview the process is a little faster. As I said yours was the first interview I had heard of in London. Good luck anyway and hope it all works out.

2 months ago

What are the drawbacks of a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) compared to a Retirement Visa in Thailand?

Greg ********

@Jared ********

I think it may depend on which Land Transport office you renew at regarding the 2 year or 5 year renewal. Like most things in Thailand "It depends". I am pretty sure someone posted they got a 5 year in Chiang Mai on a DTV.

2 months ago

What are the drawbacks of a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) compared to a Retirement Visa in Thailand?

Greg ********

@Phil *****

If the rules changed a month ago post your sources. My info is what has been true for years. If this has changed then please let us know. The onus is on your here pal to prove any changes.

2 months ago