The Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) lets you stay in Thailand for extended periods to pursue activities including Muay Thai training. Samart Payakaroon Gym is one of a small number of officially licensed gyms in Bangkok authorised to support your DTV application.
Visa overview
What is the DTV Visa?
The DTV is a long-stay visa designed for people pursuing activities in Thailand including Muay Thai training, Thai culinary courses, and medical treatment. Unlike tourist visas it does not require frequent renewals. You receive a single visa valid for 5 years with multiple entry privileges — meaning you can travel in and out of Thailand freely throughout that period without applying again.
Entry and stay rules
How it works
Each entry into Thailand on a DTV allows you to stay for up to 180 days. Within that period you can apply at the Thai Immigration Bureau for a further 180-day extension, giving you up to 360 continuous days in Thailand per entry cycle. After that maximum stay you depart, re-enter, and the 180-day counter resets. This process can repeat throughout the 5-year visa validity.
Visit thaievisa.go.th to start your application online.
Application checklist
Required documents
The following documents are required when applying for a DTV Visa under the Muay Thai training category. Samart Payakaroon Gym provides the official enrolment letter and supporting documentation from our end.
Training and accommodation
DTV training packages
Choose the option that suits you: train only and arrange your own housing, or stay and train at the gym with accommodation and meals included. Stay and train packages include a discount for longer commitments, and all rooms have air conditioning and a private bathroom.
Option 1 · Training only No accommodation
| Package | Monthly rate | 6-month payment |
|---|---|---|
|
Twice daily training
2 group sessions per day, morning and afternoon
|
21,000 THB
per month
|
126,000 THB
Paid in advance
|
- 6 months pre-payment: the full 6 months must be paid in advance.
- Minimum attendance: students must attend at least 2 classes per week.
- Absence notice: if you are unable to attend class that week, you must let us know.
Option 2 · Stay and train at the gym Accommodation and meals included
| Duration | Shared room with AC | Single room with AC |
|---|---|---|
|
6 Months
10% discount applied
|
215,352 THB
Discounted from 239,280 THB
|
269,352 THB
Discounted from 299,280 THB
|
|
1 Year
15% discount applied
|
406,776 THB
Discounted from 478,560 THB
|
508,776 THB
Discounted from 598,560 THB
|
Contact us for availability and to receive your official enrolment letter for the visa application. Visa fees are paid separately to Thai authorities.
Application portal
Where to apply
Applications are submitted online through the Thai e-Visa portal. You will need all documents listed above, including the enrolment letter from Samart Payakaroon Gym. Contact us first so we can prepare your documentation before you apply.
Common questions