James - no, I'm simply looking for concrete answers to the questions I asked, if they are available. Do I really have to spell it out for you again? For me, applying in Taipei with its track record of fast turnarounds was the best choice, and it worked out exactly as anticipated, and fitted in well with other travel plans. My wife was not able to travel at the same time, and she would ideally prefer to go somewhere more local. It's not rocket science, and it doesn't need snarky responses from people who are incapable of actually answering a simple question.

Whatever happened to your (gratefully received) promise of 'NOT' [sic] replying further?

@T**

As mentioned previously, due to other commitments, we were unfortunately not able to travel together at the same time.

@Step*****

- thanks. Unfortunately we were not able to travel at the same time, so applying together was not an option. Appreciate the confirmation that she has to apply herself. Makes sense.

@Ja***

Very kind of you. Thank you. But can you answer the questions or not? I doubt I’m the only person who will be in this position, so it would be useful for the community here to clear this up.

Is it true what you are implying, and that a spousal DTV can be applied for by the main holder, without the spouse having to travel to the embassy from which it is being applied for?

@James *******

Ok so my first question would be, why would I need to go back to Taipei? Are you saying that my wife doesn’t have to travel at all, and that I can simply go there with her passport and apply on her behalf?

My second question would be, did you actually read the post? I’m asking for people who have experience with applying for spousal DTV’s. Can you please share yours?