Am I eligible for a Thai Digital Nomad Visa as a freelance remote worker without a formal contract?

Dec 24, 2024
a month ago
Georges *****
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Hello, a big thanks to all the members of that group for the help provided !

So in my case, i am a freelance remote worker and as a freelancer, i don't have any contract from my employers to show (and i'm just working for one or two clients max for now) and i don't necessarily work for them every month (last year i worked for them 7 months in a roll then 5 months pause).

This year, well, i don't know, i will see how it goes, there is no certainty, it can stop from a day to another or i can also be working all year...

And i don't send an invoice each month, rather a note of copyrights (as a writer/adaptador) to the client who pays me 45 days after but each note is dated monthly, like a bill or a paycheck....

I have the amount (500K) they ask for on a bank account.

All that being said and thank you to those who read me until the end, do you think i can be eligible for the DTV, and if yes, how should i do it ?

Thank you !!!
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The user seeks advice on their eligibility for the DTV visa as a freelance remote worker without formal contracts. They mention having the required bank amount but lack regular income documentation. Comments suggest there are no strict income requirements for the visa, and they can demonstrate their work through alternative means like creating basic contracts and filing a tax return. Others recommend being mindful of the application location's document requirements.
DTV VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
Christopher ********
Go the soft route and sign up to learn muay Thai or cooking ... Fight EVO360 Thailand - Thepprasit Boxing Stadium has all the correct forms and successful in signing up over 100 clients.
Camille *********
Where will you apply from? If France, be careful, they ask for documents such as KBis. So if you can provide one, you will probably be denied. It's what happened to me first time I tried
Raphael ********
@Camille ********
seems Logic to ask for a company registration (KBIS or Attestation Insee) if applying under freelance. I had to provide mine in Vietnam also.
Sefton ********
Show a filed tax return and you will likely be fine.

You do file taxes yeah ?
David ********
I paid extra for an experienced agent who knew which documents would get me over the line, was well worth it.
Andi ***********
@David *******
How much did you pay ?
David ********
@Andi **********
I paid 40k baht a few months ago but I think most agents have raised the price now.
Andi ***********
@David *******
You got an early new year sale price. That was just for documentation not for the 500K deposit ?
David ********
@Andi **********
I didn’t need the 500k deposit I had it already, but I’m sure the agent will do that for you too. If you want their contact message me
Andi ***********
@David *******
i already have mine..was just curious. I have seen the price of 220K THB for everything inc loaning the 500K.
David ********
yeah that’s a rip, I think my agent charges 75k now including everything
Andi ***********
There is no income requirement so you are fine there. You just need to demonstrate your online work and in receipt of income. In some cases no income is ok.If you do not have an actual contract, you could create a basic one for your client to sign showing you are hired for work and paid X amount. Where are you going to apply ? As that will influence how much docs you have to submit.
Gail ***********
@Andi **********
where would you suggest is the best place to apply?
Andi ***********
@Gail **********
Vietnam, Jakarta, Yangon, Cambodia are great online options. If you are able to get to Taipei by 27th then it is a great choice of getting the DTV within 2 days, but you need to be on point with your paper work. Manilla is a great choice for walk in by the end of year and excellent online choice 2025.
Georges *****
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@Andi **********
thanks a lot Andy !
Christian ***********
Good luck
@Georges ****
! 🍀

I‘m in a similar situation. I‘m planning to apply next month. Currently preparing all the paperwork.

What embassy are you applying through?

Keen to learn about your experience and how your journey goes. Happy to connect, if you want to…

Again, wishing you all the best and Merry Christmas 🎄🎁
Georges *****
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@Christian **********
thanks a lot ! And merry Christmas too 🤗🎄🎁

I’m planning to apply in one month
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from Hanoi, I think. What about you ? Would be happy to exchange with you too. Maybe by MP ? Have a great day Christian