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Industry first: Golf school DTV visa96% success rateThailand PGA-certified pro partnership5-year visa · Multiple entryNo golf experience required100% refund guarantee (agency plan)Industry first: Golf school DTV visa96% success rateThailand PGA-certified pro partnership5-year visa · Multiple entryNo golf experience required100% refund guarantee (agency plan)
Industry First • 96% Success Rate

Unlock the 5-Year DTV with Golf

Apply for Thailand's 5-year DTV through golf. Updated for the new DTV requirements introduced on 31 August 2026, with support based on your nationality, residency status and application location.

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96%Success Rate
Industry first golf school DTV acquisition
Supervised by state-certified legal expert
100% refund guarantee (with agency plan)
Embassy-Specific Application Guidance

Important: DTV Application Requirements Changed on 31 August 2026

The supporting-document requirements for DTV applications changed on 31 August 2026. Applicants may now need to provide residence-related documentation required by the Thai embassy or consulate handling the application, and a Criminal Record Clearance is also required. You should no longer assume that simply travelling from Thailand to a nearby country will allow you to apply there. Requirements vary by embassy, nationality and residency status. Tell us your situation and we'll help you understand which application route and documents may apply to you.

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WHY GOLFDTV

Why Our DTV Support Is Reliable and Secure

01

Embassy-Specific Application Guidance

Fact-based Operation

DTV is a newly introduced visa category, and grey areas exist that are not reflected on official websites — including discretionary criteria applied by individual immigration officers. We never rely on internet rumors or outdated information. We review the latest requirements published or provided by the Thai embassy or consulate relevant to your application and help you prepare accordingly, so we can help reduce avoidable document issues before submission.

02

Supervised by a Japanese State-Certified Legal Expert

Certified Legal Specialist — Immigration & Documentation (Gyoseishoshi)

Our visa acquisition framework and compliance procedures are fully supervised by a holder of Japan's national license in administrative law — a Gyoseishoshi (State-Certified Legal Specialist in Immigration & Documentation). We review your supporting documents against the current requirements relevant to your application location before submission.

HOW IT WORKS

Complete DTV Visa Application Flow

PHASE 1Application Route Check & Document Preparation
💡Preparation time varies depending on how quickly you can obtain your personal documents.
1

Tell Us Your Situation

Share your nationality and current situation so we can review the likely application route and the requirements of the relevant embassy or consulate.

2

Choose Your Plan

Decide on your plan and whether to add the application support service.

3

Pay Tuition Fee

Transfer the tuition fee via our designated payment method.

4

GolfDTV Documents Issued

Once payment is confirmed, we email you the enrollment letter and other required Thai-side documents in PDF, once the required information has been confirmed.

5

Prepare Personal Documents

Gather: a valid passport, photo, residence-related documents required by the application embassy, Criminal Record Clearance, and financial evidence. Required documents vary by Thai embassy or consulate. Required passport validity may vary by application location. Check the latest Thai e-Visa or embassy requirements.

PHASE 2Online Application via Thai e-Visa System
Approx. 1–2 hours
💡With the agency plan, our staff handles this step on your behalf.
5

Create Account

Register at the official Thai E-Visa website (thaievisa.go.th) with your email and password.

6

Fill in Details & Upload Documents

Enter your application information and upload all documents from Phase 1.

7

Complete the Payment Step

The standard government visa application fee is generally equivalent to THB 10,000, but fees and exemptions vary by nationality and application location. You still need to complete the payment step in the Thai e-Visa system to finalize your official application submission.

PHASE 3Embassy / Consulate Review
Approx. 1–3 weeks
8

Under Review (Processing)

Your application status changes to "Processing." No further action required during this period.

9

Additional Documents (if requested)

The consular officer may request clarifications via email. Agency plan clients: we handle all responses.

PHASE 4Visa Approval & Entry to Thailand
10

Approval Email & e-Visa PDF

Once approved, you receive an email with your e-Visa attached as a PDF. No passport sticker required.

11

Print & Enter Thailand

Print the e-Visa PDF and present it with your passport at immigration. Receive your DTV / 180-day entry stamp and begin your long-term stay.

Where Can You Apply for a DTV?

Your application location affects which documents you need. Here's what to confirm before you book flights or start preparing paperwork.

  • ✓DTV applications must be submitted from outside Thailand
  • ✓The embassy or consulate handling your application may require specific residence-related evidence
  • ✓Travelling to another country on a short-term basis does not automatically mean you can apply there
  • ✓Different embassies may interpret acceptable residence documentation differently
  • ✓A Criminal Record Clearance is required, and the accepted format may differ by application location
  • ✓Confirm the correct application location before booking flights or preparing documents

Requirements vary by Thai embassy or consulate. Additional documents may be required depending on your application location and circumstances. We review your nationality and circumstances to help you understand which application route may be suitable before you apply.

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PLANS

Choose Your Plan

Select your golf school plan and submit your inquiry. Payment details will be discussed after consultation.

※ The standard government visa application fee is generally equivalent to THB 10,000, paid directly to the Thai embassy or consulate — separate from our tuition fees. Fees and exemptions vary by nationality and application location; nationals of South Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, and Tunisia are exempt from this fee under bilateral agreements with Thailand. Tuition prices are subject to Thai VAT (7%).

Silver
20,000THB / year+VAT 7%

Entry-level plan

  • ✓DTV application letter & official acceptance
  • ✓Indoor golf facility access（Monthly • 12 sessions/year）
  • ✓Video curriculum access（Monthly • 12 sessions/year）
  • ✓Free golf club rental（Excludes course rounds）
  • –Thailand golf course rounds
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Gold
50,000THB / year+VAT 7%

Standard plan

  • ✓DTV application letter & official acceptance
  • ✓One-on-one lessons（6 sessions/year）
  • ✓Indoor golf facility access（12 sessions/year）
  • ✓Video curriculum access（12 sessions/year）
  • ✓Thailand golf course rounds（1 round/year）
  • ✓Free golf club rental（Excludes course rounds）
PREMIUM
Platinum
100,000THB / year+VAT 7%

Premium plan

  • ✓DTV application letter & official acceptance
  • ✓One-on-one lessons（12 sessions/year）
  • ✓Indoor golf facility access（12 sessions/year）
  • ✓Video curriculum access（12 sessions/year）
  • ✓Thailand golf course rounds（4 rounds/year）
  • ✓Free golf club rental（Excludes course rounds）

GolfDTV Is Updating in October 2026

To support the new DTV application requirements, we are strengthening our document review and application support process. We are also planning to add golf booking support through our partnership with Club Thailand. As our service expands, GolfDTV plan pricing is scheduled to change from 1 October 2026. Contact us for details about the updated plans and pricing.

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ADD-ON OPTIONS

Optional Services

These services can be added to any plan.

RECOMMENDED

DTV Application Agency Plan

+10,000 THB

Full visa application support from document preparation to embassy submission. 100% school fee refund if rejected.

  • ✓Complete document preparation & review
  • ✓Embassy application & interview support
  • ✓Full refund of school fees if visa rejected
  • ✓Government visa fees, when applicable, are non-refundable
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Bundle Discount

5-Year Bundle Plan

20% OFF Years 2–5

Year 1 at the standard rate, years 2–5 at 20% off.

※ Requires upfront full payment. DTV visa is valid for 5 years, but immigration may request proof of continued enrollment upon re-entry or extension. Maintaining enrollment covers this requirement. Optional.

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Renewal Discount

Annual Renewal Plan

10% OFF Each Renewal

Continue with your chosen plan at 10% off at each annual renewal.

※ No lump-sum payment required — pay each year at renewal. Maintaining enrollment allows you to provide immigration with proof of continued study. Optional.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

ACan I Apply?
The supporting-document requirements for DTV applications changed on 31 August 2026. Applicants may now need to provide residence-related documentation required by the Thai embassy or consulate handling the application, and a Criminal Record Clearance is also required. Requirements vary by embassy, nationality and residency status, so we recommend confirming your situation with us before applying.
No. DTV applications must be submitted from outside Thailand at a Thai embassy or consulate. If you are currently in Thailand, you will need to apply from another country where you have an eligible application route. Tell us your situation and we can help you understand what may apply to you.
Not automatically. Travelling to another country on a short-term basis does not by itself mean you can apply for a DTV there. The embassy or consulate handling your application may require specific residence-related evidence, and requirements vary by location. We recommend confirming the appropriate application route before booking flights or preparing documents.
This depends on your nationality, residency status, and where you are able to provide the residence-related evidence required for that application location. Since this varies case by case, we review your situation and help you understand a suitable application route — please contact us to get started.
BRequired Documents (Bank Balance, Passport, and Related Items)
In general, your financial proof should be issued under your own name and clearly show the required balance. The document should be in English or officially translated. Investment accounts, brokerage accounts, and crypto asset accounts are often less likely to be accepted. In addition, a complete PDF statement is usually required rather than cropped images or screenshots. If you are unsure about your account type or document format, please contact us in advance.
In general, DTV requires financial proof of at least THB 500,000. However, "maintaining the balance continuously for three months" is not a universal rule. Some embassies or consulates may request financial records covering recent months, and requirements vary by application location, so applicants should confirm the latest rules before applying. Rather than relying only on a last-minute deposit, check the requirements for your specific application location. If you are unsure, please contact us in advance.
In this context, proof of residence does not simply mean your current home address. It means evidence accepted by the Thai embassy or consulate handling your application that you have an eligible connection to that jurisdiction. Different embassies may interpret acceptable residence documentation differently, and requirements vary by nationality and application location. We review your situation and help you understand which documents are likely to apply — please contact us before proceeding.
Yes. Since 31 August 2026, a Criminal Record Clearance is a required supporting document for DTV applications. The accepted format, validity period, and any translation or legalization requirements may vary by embassy or consulate, so we recommend confirming the specifics for your application location with us.
School documents are normally prepared within a few business days after payment, once the required information has been confirmed. Overall preparation time also depends on how quickly you can obtain your own personal documents, including any residence-related evidence and your Criminal Record Clearance.
You will need a valid passport at the time of application. Required passport validity may vary by application location — check the latest Thai e-Visa or embassy requirements. In many cases, you may also be asked to submit images of the pages in your passport that contain visa stamps. If your passport is close to expiry or has many stamped pages already filled, renewing or reissuing it in advance may make the application process smoother.
CGolf Experience and Lesson Attendance
Yes, you can. Golf DTV is not designed for professional golf training. It is structured as a program centered on golf as part of a Thai soft-power and cultural activity route. Even complete beginners who have never held a golf club can follow the course and receive the required documentation. Golf clubs are also available free of charge.
Yes. Golf DTV is designed on the basis of in-person participation. The program is intended to involve actual lesson attendance, and online-only participation is not available.
Lessons are provided through a partner facility, and they are generally held at Ken's Golf Bangkok in central Bangkok.
DFees and Refunds
In general, the total cost includes the school fee plus the government visa application fee. The standard government visa application fee is generally equivalent to THB 10,000, but fees and exemptions vary by nationality and application location — this is separate from our own Application Support service fee. Additional costs apply if you include dependent applications or the Application Support service. If you want to know the total cost for your own case, please feel free to contact us.
Refund terms depend on the plan you choose.

・Visa Support Plan: If your visa is refused, we offer a full refund of both the school fee and the support fee.
・Standard Plan: If the refusal is not caused by missing or incorrect school documents, we will refund the applicable amount after deducting the cancellation fee or in accordance with the applicable refund condition.
・Important Note: Refusals caused by clearly applicant-related reasons, such as insufficient bank balance, criminal history, or overstay history, are not eligible for refund.

Please see our Refund Policy for full details.
The standard plan mainly covers the course-related side of the process, while the visa support plan also includes document preparation guidance and assistance with the visa application process. Refund conditions also differ depending on the plan, so we recommend reviewing the differences before applying.
We may offer multiple payment methods, including bank transfer and card payment. Available options and settlement currency may vary, so please follow the payment guidance provided at the time of application.
GolfDTV plan pricing is scheduled to change from 1 October 2026 as we strengthen our document review and application support process, and add golf booking support through our partnership with Club Thailand. Contact us for details about the updated plans and pricing.
EBasic Visa Comparisons
DTV is a long-stay visa introduced by the Thai government. In general, it is a five-year multiple-entry visa, allowing stays of up to 180 days per entry, with the possibility of an additional 180-day extension inside Thailand. It is different from work visas and retirement visas in both eligibility and structure, so it is important to compare routes and choose the one that best fits your purpose.
Yes. To apply under the DTV soft-power route, it is not enough to simply attend casual lessons. The program must be supported by an official curriculum that meets the relevant Thai government-related requirements, along with documentation prepared in line with the applicable standards. Our school provides the structure, experience, and application know-how required for the Golf DTV route, and many applicants have already obtained their five-year DTV visa through our program.
The main difference is upfront cost and the basis of eligibility. Thailand Privilege requires a high membership fee, while Golf DTV is structured around the school tuition and the embassy application fee. As a result, it offers a more accessible path for people seeking a similar long-term stay period at a significantly lower initial cost.
An ED visa is centered on school enrollment and attendance control, whereas Golf DTV follows the DTV framework. It offers a more flexible stay without the frequent renewal burden and attendance or language-test obligations commonly associated with some ED visa arrangements.

It is also different from a retirement visa in that it does not require you to keep THB 800,000 in a Thai bank account on an ongoing basis, and there is no upper age limit. For that reason, some applicants also consider switching from a retirement visa to DTV.
FFamily Accompaniment
Yes, they can. The legal spouse of the main DTV applicant, as well as children under the age of 20, can apply together under the DTV dependent category.

Our dependent visa support fees are as follows.
・First dependent (spouse or unmarried child under 20): +10,000 THB
・Second and each additional dependent: +5,000 THB per person

Please note that the government visa application fee also applies separately for each dependent, just as it does for the main applicant. The standard government visa application fee is generally equivalent to THB 10,000, but fees and exemptions vary by nationality and application location. If you are interested, please select the dependent visa option on the inquiry form.
No, they do not. For a Golf DTV application, only the main applicant needs to enroll in the school. Family members can apply without paying school tuition as long as they prepare documents proving the family relationship, such as a marriage certificate or birth certificate.
GAfter Approval and Renewal-Related Options
The DTV visa itself remains valid for five years once issued. However, based on the latest operational practices our school has confirmed with Thai consular posts in multiple countries, there are cases where immigration officers request an updated document showing that the applicant is still continuing the relevant soft-power activity when re-entering Thailand or applying for a 180-day in-country extension.

For that reason, we offer a school continuation option that allows us to issue updated acceptance letters or continuation certificates at a lower cost from the second year onward. This is designed for applicants who want to reduce risk when re-entering Thailand or extending their stay. Please contact us through the inquiry form for more details.
This is an option that allows you to contract the continuation program for five years in one arrangement. The first year is charged at the normal selected-plan rate, and years two through five are offered at 20% off the regular price. Full payment is required upfront. We issue updated acceptance letters whenever needed for re-entry or 180-day extension procedures. This option is voluntary and is recommended for those who want stronger long-term preparation in case supporting documents are requested after the initial school period.
This is a yearly continuation option. Each renewal is available at 10% off the regular price of your selected school plan. Unlike the five-year lump-sum plan, this option is paid at each renewal rather than all at once, giving you more flexibility. This is also a voluntary option.
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4-Step Inquiry Process

Simple and straightforward. Payment details will be discussed separately.

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