Train Muay Thai in Thailand for up to 180 days
Chor Ratchawat is a registered Muay Thai gym in Koh Samui. Book your 6-month training package and get your official DTV enrollment letter within 24 hours.
What is the DTV Visa?
The DTV is a long-stay visa launched under Thailand's Soft Power programme. It is designed for foreigners who come to train or study recognised cultural and sports activities, and Muay Thai qualifies.
You apply from your home country or online through the Thai e-visa portal. You get 180 days per entry, can extend at Thai immigration, and the visa is valid for 5 years with multiple entries.
Our job is to provide the enrollment letter and supporting documents your embassy requires. You pick a 6-month package, we send the paperwork within 24 hours, you submit your application.
- Up to 180 days per entry
- 5-year visa with multiple entries
- Extendable at Thai immigration
- Train Muay Thai legally in Thailand
- Recognized Soft Power activity
- Applies to cultural and sports visitors
Pick your 6-month training package
2x / week
DTV 6-Month Training — 2 sessions/week
20,000 THB
6 months, all inclusive
- 2 group sessions per week
- 6 months of training
- Training at both camps (Bo Phut + Plai Laem)
- Free access to the bodyweight area
- Full assistance with DTV visa documents
4x / week
DTV 6-Month Training — 4 sessions/week
25,000 THB
6 months, all inclusive
- 4 group sessions per week
- 6 months of training
- Training at both camps (Bo Phut + Plai Laem)
- Free access to the bodyweight area
- Full assistance with DTV visa documents
Unlimited
DTV 6-Month Training — Unlimited
33,000 THB
6 months, all inclusive
- Unlimited training (1-2 sessions per day)
- 6 months of training
- Training at both camps (Bo Phut + Plai Laem)
- Free access to the bodyweight area
- Full assistance with DTV visa documents
No refund if the visa is refused, but we issue a training voucher of the same value. Documents are delivered within 24 hours of payment.
What you need to apply
Valid Passport
At least 6 months validity remaining. Check expiry before you apply.
500,000 THB Bank Statement
Proof of funds in your bank account. Required by Thai embassies for the DTV.
10,000 THB Embassy Fee
Paid directly to the Thai embassy or consulate where you apply.
Training Enrollment Letter
We send this within 24h after you book. Confirms your Muay Thai enrollment.
From click to Koh Samui
Apply online
Fill the form with your details, passport, and travel dates. Takes 5 minutes.
Pay your package
Stripe secure checkout. Pick the 6-month package that fits your pace.
Receive your docs in 24h
We email the official enrollment letter and supporting documents within 24 hours.
Submit your DTV application online
File your DTV application on the official Thai e-visa portal at thaievisa.go.th. Upload the documents we sent you. The embassy charges a 10,000 THB fee, paid on the portal.
Fly to Koh Samui and train
Once approved, land in Samui and start training. 180 days start on entry.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) is a long-stay visa introduced under Thailand's Soft Power initiative. It lets people come to train or study specific activities, including Muay Thai, for up to 180 days per entry. The visa is valid for 5 years with multiple entries.
We email your enrollment letter and supporting documents within 24 hours of payment. That is the document the Thai embassy needs from us.
No refund, but we offer a training voucher of the same value so you can train with us if you come to Thailand another way. This is covered in our terms before you pay.
No. It needs to be on a bank statement showing the funds are available. You do not need to transfer the money or keep it frozen.
No. The DTV is for training and cultural activities. A work permit is required to work in Thailand.
Pick the one that matches your training pace. 2x/week is fine for a relaxed schedule, 4x/week is the sweet spot, and unlimited is for serious students training 1-2 times a day.
Plan your stay
Once your DTV is approved, here is what to sort out next.
Chor Ratchawat Muay Thai Gym in Koh Samui is a registered training provider for the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV), introduced under Thailand's Soft Power initiative. The DTV allows up to 180 days per entry and is valid for 5 years with multiple entries. Ratchawat offers three 6-month DTV training packages from 20,000 THB, with the official enrollment letter delivered within 24 hours of payment.
Ready for the DTV?
Start your application
Fill the form, pay your package, get your documents in 24 hours.