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Can I apply for a DTV visa for training at a Thai massage school in Chiang Mai?

Feb 20, 2025
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Timothy **********
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Is it possible to use training and studying in a government approved Thai massage school in Chiang Mai as your reason for applying for a DTV? If so, then what documentation for the program do I need to provide? Thanks in advance!
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The applicability of a DTV visa for training at a government-approved Thai massage school in Chiang Mai is uncertain. Officially, most embassies have not listed Thai massage training as a valid reason for a DTV visa, with only classes like Muay Thai and Thai cooking being recognized. Although some individuals have successfully received a DTV visa for Thai language classes, this is not commonly accepted, and many embassies may suggest applying for an Education visa instead. Therefore, it is recommended to consult your specific embassy regarding the eligibility and required documentation.
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Brandon ************
You would need to ask your embassy. Each embassy sets their own requirements on what they will allow, and what they require. Officially the only classes listed on the MFA infographic were Muay Thai and Thai Cooking. There have been a couple of reports of people that managed to get a DTV for Thai language classes, but most embassies will not accept that and instead tell the person to apply for an Education visa. So you need to check with your embassy and ask them if they would allow massage classes for a DTV visa.
Timothy **********
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@Brandon ***********
thank you. That is very helpful
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