What documents are required for DTV visa re-entry into Thailand, and should I be prepared for additional requirements?

@Sebastian ******

there won’t be

@Christopher *******

then you have no clue about the dynamics at play in Thailand boy. This visa was pushed and promoted by MFA. MFA issued your visa but a totally different entity called Immigration (which is a branch of Royal Thai police) granted you access in Thailand and is responsible for extension of your visa. When you see that Immigration requires more documents for extension than for the initial application, even a donkey can understand that immigration is not very happy with this visa. Thorough checks at the border or even total revamping of this visa might be just around the corner … it won’t be the first time …

@James *******

why would I carry around an entire dossier every time I enter that’s beyond ridiculous when it’s the same docs attached to the pdf they are scanning

@Christopher *******

Immigration is responsible for controlling its borders, while the MFA issues visas. These are two separate entities with different objectives. Some people have their documents updated when others don't.

Anonymous participant 323 in very aware of that. But I don’t have a work contract nor did I submit one. I own the company. I have a company bank account. I’m not worried about it.

@Christopher *******

Good Luck with your entries into Thailand. Take care 😘

@James *******

in the last three years, I’ve never had them Ask me why I’m even coming there.

@Christopher *******

I did twice. Whatever people tell you, they just have got lucky. Being checked is not common but possible. And no, I didn't have a bad history with a legit registered work.

@Christopher *******

this is a new year.

@James *******

what does everyone want to be all scared about Thailand and entering an immigration and everything it’s ridiculous and I’m tired of it.

Thailand depends on tourism for a large part of its economy. It doesn’t want to turn people away. That’s why they made this visa.

I mean, I don’t mean to be rude, but for the people who are questioned and post all the stuff like what were they wearing and how did they act when they came up to immigration because that has a lot to do with it?

@Christopher *******

again I wish you well.

As a Moderator on Thai Visa Advice, I do receive the PM messages from those seeing entry into Thailand, questioned by Thai Immigration Officers and DENIED entry. And asking for advice on what to do.

Times have changed. That's why I, and others, are saying be prepared for questions. Then you will have whatever answers needed whenever questioned about the DTV visa in your passport.

@Christopher *******

Vast majority present no documentation upon reentry. I was asked once a simple what is your job? and then given questions about English Premier league, other time nothing asked.

@Christopher *******

hopefully you now understand why....the posted replies are very good reasons.

@James *******

I’ve already read this.