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Can a DTV visa sponsor parents in Thailand?

Feb 24, 2026
2 months ago
Thin **********
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DTV visa can sponsorship for parents?
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A DTV (Digital Nomad Visa) does not allow holders to sponsor their parents for a visa in Thailand. Only spouses and children can be sponsored under this visa type. There are suggestions to look into alternative options, such as having parents enroll in a cooking course for possible visa opportunities, or considering a retirement visa for parents.
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Paul ****
Retirement visa for parents.
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Lucas **********
Seriously 🤦‍♂️
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A. ************
No. Only spouses and children. Have your dad or mom sign up for a 6 month cooking course, and then sponsor the other one.
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Elías ********
Adults can't sponsor their parents. Adults can sponsor only their spouse and/or children.
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