@Pete ******

It DOES qualify. Many members have gotten 5 year renewals on DTVs. Just because it doesn't make you happy, doesn't mean it's not happening. Don't like the DTV? Get another type of visa!

@Siggi ******

More misinformation. There is NO 3 month prior restriction for DTV visas. You can apply today and not use it until the last day in 5 years!

E-visas are new...they've only been the only option since January 1, 2025. New in my book. Previously, only a few consulates were on the e-visa system and that only began during Covid, which means it's a RECENT development. The remainder caught up by late last year.

@Jef *******

Duh! Time passes and most people are at the point where they're renewing 5 year licenses. In most locations (except a few such as Chonburi and Rayong) a DTV holder can obtain a 5 year license extension.

@Pete ******

And a DTV visa qualifies in most locations. Don't talk about what you don't know.

DTV_Begpacker Can apply for PR but not immediately..must be on unbroken non-B or non-O with work permit. Otherwise, you start from scratch.

@Pete ******

Nonsense. You can get a 5 year license extension on a DTV at most offices.

@Bob *********

Well, the whole banking crackdown is causing a major disaster for expats that's for sure and DTV holders are particularly impacted.

@J.P. ********

Not that I know of. I recently went to an office that isn't my local one and that was fine.

Anonymous participant 741 There may be restrictions but they're not as onerous as Thailand and once your account in those jurisdictions is open they won't close it regardless if your residency changes. Different situation to Thailand where even resident farang can't open accounts at some banks regardless of their residency.

AuthenticPassionfruit644 Better just to bring a Thai person or expat who speaks fluent Thai. An agent isn't needed; very easy to do yourself.