Planning to Participate under DTV?
Thai Soft Power & Cultural Activities
Thailand's Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) provides a visa category for eligible foreign nationals participating in certain Thai Soft Power-related activities.
Participants joining applicable Thai cooking or traditional Thai dance programs may request supporting documentation from our school for their DTV application.
Documents we can provide to confirmed participants
✓ Confirmation / Letter of Acceptance
✓ Activity Schedule
✓ Participation Fee Receipt
✓ Relevant school/business supporting documents
Visa approval is solely at the discretion of the relevant Royal Thai Embassy, Royal Thai Consulate-General and Thai immigration authorities. Participation in a program does not guarantee visa approval.
What is DTV?
Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)
Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) is a special type of tourist visa designed for those planning to have a longer stay in Thailand. Below are its characteristics:
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Visa Type: Special tourist visa
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Visa Duration: 5 years
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Entry: Multiple entry
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Length of Stay per Entry: 180 days
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Extendable: Yes, once per stay
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Obtainable From:
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Thailand’s e-visa website
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OR A Royal Thai Embassy/Consulate
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Minimum Age for Primary Visa Holder: 20 years old
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Option to Include Family: Yes
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Work permit: No
DTV must be obtained before leaving for Thailand.
Requirements:
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Online visa application OR contact the Thai embassy or consulate near you.
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A copy of the passport biodata page. The passport must be valid within 6 months from the travel date.
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Photograph of the applicant taken within the past six months
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A document indicating current location, such as a driver's license, bank statement, or proof of stay. Proof of permanent residence/citizenship
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Your newly criminal record clearance.
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Financial evidence: amount of no less than ฿500,000 or equivalent in any currency for the last 3 months, e.g. bank statements, pay slips, sponsorship letters, or proof of salary slip/monthly income for the last 6 months
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Letter of Acceptance from the institute or company organizing Thai soft power activities. (Sri Thepa School will issue this after the course enrollment).
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Applicants of some countries may be required to submit additional documents. Please check at Thailand's e-visa website or the nearest Thai embassy
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Those with a long overstay record in Thailand are not qualified.