The Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) has significantly simplified the process for extended stays in Thailand, making it a highly accessible option for long-term visas in Southeast Asia. Specifically, the visa category catering to soft power activities, such as cultural sports, is notably straightforward to obtain. Our experience highlights a 100% success rate. It is important to note, however, that this visa requires applications to be submitted from outside Thailand. Below are the countries recommended for obtaining a Thai DTV visa:
Where to Apply:
1. Your Home Country: Applying within your country of citizenship is generally the most straightforward. Embassies are accustomed to processing applications from their citizens and rarely ask for additional documents. However, processing times can vary, typically taking up to a month.
2. Southeast Asian Neighbors: For those closer to or currently in Thailand, applying from a neighboring Southeast Asian country might be more convenient. Here are some insights into specific countries:
- Laos: The embassy in Vientiane is more lenient and approvals will take less than 2 weeks.
- Vietnam: A top choice with a consistent approval record for applications from both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.
- Cambodia: Phnom Penh has seen improvements and is becoming more adept at handling applications.
- Malaysia and Singapore: These locations tend to have more demanding and stringent requirements. Better options are available.
- Indonesia: Jakarta stands out for its efficiency and success rate, making it a highly recommended venue.
- Taiwan and Hong Kong: High success rate. Most of our clients were approved in less than a week.
PRO TIP: Applying from your home country is the most reliable method, but Vietnam and Indonesia also offer smooth application experiences. It’s wise to avoid embassies that complicate the process, like those in Malaysia, Singapore, and Saudi Arabia
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