Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) for Digital Nomads, Freelancers & Remote Workers
The Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) is a special residency permit for highly skilled individuals. It is ideal for digital nomads, freelancers, and remote workers who perform their professional activities from any location.
Benefits of the DTV
- Long-term Stay: Valid for 5 years with the option of multiple entries.
- Flexibility: Each stay can last up to 180 days, extendable for another 180 days.
- Easy Application: Apply for the DTV online.
- Quality of Life: High quality of life at comparatively low living costs, rich culture and beautiful nature.
Who is the DTV For?
- Digital Nomads: Individuals who work location-independently.
- Freelancers: Self-employed offering services worldwide.
- Remote Workers: Employees working entirely online.
- Thai Soft Power Participants: Muay Thai, cooking classes, seminars, music festivals, medical treatments.
- Family Members: Spouses and children under 20 of visa holders.
Required Documents
General Documents
- Colour copy of passport (main page with photo)
- Current biometric colour passport photo (not older than 6 months)
- Proof of current residence (utility bill or driving licence)
- Proof of finance (payslip, sponsorship letter, or bank statement showing at least £11,000)
Additional Documents by Group
- Digital Nomads/Freelancers/Remote Workers: Employment contract or certificate, or professional portfolio.
- Thai Soft Power Participants: Confirmation letter from the activity organizer or hospital/medical center.
- Spouse and Children: Proof of relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificate, adoption certificate).
Cost
The cost for the Destination Thailand Visa is £612.00 (including all fees).
Please note: Processing time only includes business days (Monday to Friday) when the respective visa office / embassy is open (i.e., not when closed due to holidays or public holidays).
Submission of Documents
Documents can be uploaded online while filling out the application form or sent subsequently via email to eta@1avisas.co.uk.
For information on other visa types for Thailand, see the overview of Thailand Visas.