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| Thailand Destination Visa (DTV) 2025 |
Thailand Destination Visa (DTV) 2025: Complete Guide for Digital Nomads, Freelancers & Entrepreneurs
Thailand’s new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) offers long-term flexibility for remote workers, entrepreneurs, and digital nomads who dream of living in the Land of Smiles. This non-immigrant multiple-entry visa is valid for five years and lets you stay up to 180 days per visit, with an option to extend for another 180 days.
It’s perfect for remote professionals and anyone interested in Thai culture, wellness, or education, including:
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Muay Thai training
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Thai cooking classes
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Sports and wellness programs
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Medical treatments
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Short-term courses and seminars
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Art, music, and cultural festivals
Important: If you accept a job with a Thai company, you must apply for a different visa and a work permit. Doing so cancels your DTV status.
Benefits of the DTV Visa
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Multiple entries for five years
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Stay up to 180 days at a time, extendable once per visit
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Great for digital nomads, entrepreneurs, and wellness travelers
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Option to include spouse and dependent children
Eligibility Requirements
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Age: Minimum 20 years old
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Funds: At least 500,000 THB (approx. USD 14,600 / INR 1,288,760) in a bank account maintained for at least 3 months
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Employment: Proof of remote work for a non-Thai company or a professional freelance portfolio
How to Apply
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Apply Outside Thailand: Applications must be filed at a Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate.
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Start Online: Begin at the Thailand e-Visa portal.
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Check Local Requirements: Each embassy may have specific forms or fees—confirm before applying.
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Arrange Documents: Prepare all paperwork before scheduling an appointment
Required Documents
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Passport biodata page (6-month validity minimum)
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Recent passport photo (within 6 months)
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Proof of current location
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Bank statements or sponsorship letter showing 500,000 THB for 3 months
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Employment contract or professional portfolio
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Optional: travel history if requested by the embassy
Fees & Payments
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Visa fee: Ranges from 9,866 to 38,428 THB (around INR 25,000 for Indian applicants).
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Payment methods:
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Submit a demand draft and Payment Info Summary at the embassy, or
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Make a cash deposit at any DBS Bank branch and email the deposit slip with your Payment Info Summary to consular.del@mfa.go.th.
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Another person can pay on your behalf if they submit the bank slip and Payment Info Summary.
Health Insurance
Health insurance is recommended for long-term stays, even though it’s not mandatory. Nomad-focused plans like SafetyWing Nomad Insurance offer affordable, flexible coverage for medical expenses and emergencies while living in Thailand.
Traveling with Your Spouse or Children
Your spouse and children under 20 can be included if you provide:
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Proof of relationship (marriage/birth certificate)
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Financial documents showing 500,000 THB for the last 3 months
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Your DTV approval and passport details
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Evidence of a long-term residence in Thailand (e.g., rental contract)
Note: Only legal spouses qualify—girlfriends/boyfriends cannot apply jointly.
Can Stock Investors Apply?
Simply being a personal investor does not qualify as remote digital work.
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If you run a registered company or a sole proprietorship and can provide contracts, you may apply.
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Freelance “investment advice” without registration is likely to be rejected.
Applying From Another Country
You must apply in your home country or country of legal residence.
For example, applicants in the UAE must have UAE residency, a local bank account, and a contract with a local company.
Building a Professional Portfolio
When applying as a freelancer, include:
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Clear, well-formatted layout
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Expertise and key skills
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Work samples with links
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Proof of financial stability
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Client testimonials
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Details tailored to visa requirements
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Up-to-date achievements
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