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QUESTIONS

What is the current status of border crossings into Thailand and how are expats impacted?

28 comments

5 months ago

Why are the Cambodian borders closed until further notice?

29 comments

4 months ago

COMMENTS

Do I need to apply separately for a Visa for myself and my child if my husband is approved under the DTV?

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Every person needs their own application even kids and yes you need to be outside Thailand

24 days ago

Can you switch from an ED visa to a DTV visa in Thailand?

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@Grant *****************

the DTV is for sure valid for 5 years. My purpose was simply to make you aware you couldn't stay for 5 years uninterrupted which your post implied

24 days ago

Can you switch from an ED visa to a DTV visa in Thailand?

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@Grant *****************

be careful. They did NOT stamp you in for 5 years. They would have stamped you in for 180 days which is the maximum allowed with the DTV

25 days ago

What are the requirements for applying for a DTV visa under the Soft Power Muay Thai route from the London embassy?

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It's possible you could be asked to show how you intend to support yourself for the 5 year duration of the visa

25 days ago

Do I need to show 500,000 baht for each child when applying for a DTV visa for dependents?

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@Liraz *******

no, you would need to leave Thailand and apply for their DTV visas elsewhere

25 days ago

Do both unmarried partners need to show separate financial proof for a DTV in Thailand, and does my child need a visa?

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As well as each adult needing to meet the financial requirements they will each also have to satisfy the criteria they apply under. The adults are completely distinct applications. The kid can apply after a parent has been approved and can be sponsored by that parent

25 days ago

What are the requirements for hand-drawn maps when applying for a one-year visa extension based on marriage to a Thai?

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My drawing skills are dire too. A number of years ago one of the immigration officers took my rough map and redrew it so I just use photocopies of that now. He wanted a fair bit of detail, the complete 30km route from where I live to immigration including all junctions and traffic lights plus some recognised landmarks

a month ago

Is the reentry permit desk at Phuket Airport open 24 hours and what are the requirements for a reentry permit with an OA visa?

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A valid Non-OA visa doesn't require a re-entry permit

a month ago

Can I use my Fidelity Investments statements to meet the DTV financial requirements instead of a bank statement?

John **********

Nope. Investment accounts aren't acceptable

a month ago

Can I complete my 90-day report for immigration in Chiang Mai instead of Bangkok?

John **********

You file your report where your TM30 is registered. But if you've just arrived in Thailand you don't file until you've been in Thailand for 90 consecutive days. Also if you've just entered you need a fresh TM30. If you want to file in Chiang Mai you need to have a TM30 registered with that office

a month ago