The Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) is a five-year, multiple-entry visa. Each entry allows a stay of up to 180 days. DTV holders may apply for one extension of up to an additional 180 days within Thailand, subject to approval by Thai Immigration.
TSL Chiang Mai offers a structured Thai Culture & Soft Power Program focused primarily on learning about Thailand through authentic cultural participation and hands-on experiences.
The heart of the program is our weekly Saturday Culture Class, normally lasting 2–3 hours depending on the activity. Participants explore Thai and Lanna culture through a wide variety of workshops, visits, and local experiences, including:
Every week offers a different opportunity to learn, create, explore, and connect with Thai culture in real-life settings.
Thai language lessons are included as a supplementary part of the program, helping participants understand cultural explanations, communicate during activities, and connect more meaningfully with Thai people. The main focus of the program remains Thai culture and Soft Power-related learning.
For eligible applicants, TSL Chiang Mai can provide enrollment confirmation and supporting school documents for a DTV application under the Thai Soft Power-related activities category.
Experience Thai Culture. Live Thailand for Real.
Culture class activities vary according to the schedule, season, weather, and venue availability.
DTV requirements and application procedures may vary depending on the applicant’s nationality and the Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate where the application is submitted. Enrollment does not guarantee visa approval. The final decision rests solely with the relevant Thai authorities.
You must be at least 20 years of age.
You must not have a record of long overstays in Thailand.
You must have sufficient liquid assets (bank account balance) — typically at least 500,000 THB (or equivalent) in a recent bank statement.
(Assets like crypto, property may not be accepted)
You must hold a valid passport (with sufficient remaining validity, often at least 6-months) and a recent photograph.
DTV Program — Thai Culture & Activities
Program fee:
39,000 THB / 9 months
45,000 THB / 12 months
Visa fee: 10,000 THB
Includes: Thai culture classes + Thai language lessons for 9 months or 1 year
Multiple entry over DTV’s 5-year validity (follow immigration conditions)
Weekly Culture Classes (Saturdays, 2–3 hrs depending on topic)
We help you prepare school documents and a study schedule that align with DTV Soft Power activities.
DTV Application Process
Fill out the DTV course enrollment form Download.
Email the following to tslchiangmai@gmail.com
completed application form, 2) passport bio-data page, 3) passport photo with white background.
Pay the course fee via the listed Payment Methods, then email the payment slip to tslchiangmai@gmail.com
Enrollment is confirmed once full tuition is received.
School paperwork (5–7 days): We prepare and email your supporting documents.
Online application: Upload our documents, plus the required items (recent photo, proof of current location, financial evidence, etc.)
to the official website https://www.thaievisa.go.th/
Typical visa processing: ~2–3 weeks (varies by Thai Embassy/Consulate). Your E-Visa file(PDF) will be sent to you by email.
On arrival: Show your DTV E-Visa file to the immigration officer. Confirm your passport is stamped “DTV” with 180 days from the date of entry.
New classes start at the beginning of each month.
Contact us after arrival to book your orientation and first lesson.
We’re happy to help with enrollment, required documents, timelines, and class placement.
Check here to watch videos of our Thai cultural activities held every Saturday!