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What departure date should I indicate when applying for the DTV visa at the Thai embassy, 180 days after arrival or 5 years?

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Feb 20, 2025

2 days ago

Nicolas *********

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On the Thai embassy website for the DTV file it asks for the departure date. What should I indicate? 180 days after my arrival or 5 years ?

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When filling out the DTV file on the Thai embassy website, it is recommended to indicate a departure date that is any number of days less than 180 days from your arrival.

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Any number of days less than 180.

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