Can a freelancer in the film production industry apply for a DTV in Thailand?

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Hey everyone! 
I’m looking for some advice and hoping someone here might be able to help. I’ve already reached out to my country’s embassy, but it’s been 10 days, and I still haven’t heard back.
I’ve been working in the film production industry for about 15 years. On average I work 6-7 months and the rest of the time, I’m traveling. Lately, I’ve mostly spent that time in Thailand.
I’m thinking about applying for the DTV as a freelancer to take advantage of the 6 month tourist visa, but I’m not sure if my situation fits the requirements. My work is based on project contracts, and I get paid directly through payslips. I can provide proof of financial stability, like contracts from various production companies, payslips, and bank statements.
Since my job doesn’t always require me to be on set, I have weeks when I can work remotely during the prep phase, but I’m technically not considered a remote worker. 
I’m not looking for a job in Thailand, I just want to live there for a few months a year while continuing my freelance work in my home country. I also have more than 500,000 THB in my bank account.
Has anyone here been in a similar situation and successfully applied for the DTV? I’d really appreciate any tips!

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An individual working in the film production industry for 15 years is seeking advice on applying for a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) as a freelancer spending considerable time in Thailand. They require clarity on whether their freelance work and financial stability meet the DTV requirements. They've received advice from others who suggest providing comprehensive proof of work and financial background for the visa application.

Wannikea ********* · Answer

If you have your own company that contracts to the industry just produce a work contract to yourself, produce an employment certificate that authorizes you to work remotely in Thailand, you're all set. If your employer is willing to write the certificate then that's fine too. Your 500K will need to be in a personal bank account, not your business account. Embassies will likely ask to see your tax return and six months of bank statements where you can highlight the payslips/income etc. There is no income requirements tho, and they just want to see that you aren't a fly by night entity. Plenty of plenty of past posts on successful applications with details for you to glean how to smartly present your application, use the group search tool with keywords. You can write a very brief cover letter outlining your work remotely as a freelancer. I wouldn't include too much detail, and upload that as part of your PDF application.

Can a freelancer in the film production industry apply for a DTV in Thailand?

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