Can freelancers without business registration apply for a DTV visa in Thailand?

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I’m a freelancer, and while my income isn’t fixed, it is consistent, I earn between $2,000 to $5,000 per month. I can also show 500K THB in my bank account.

I’m planning to apply for the DTV visa and move to Bangkok in January 2026. I want to know if anyone here has applied for the DTV visa as a freelancer without business registration or formal work contracts. My work is completely open-source: I do smart contract audits and bug bounties, so I don’t need client contracts or a traditional employer. I can show Income tax returns and Paypal invoices.

If anyone has successfully gotten approved under similar conditions, please share your experience and any valuable tips.

Ask Thailand · Answer

This post discusses the experience of a freelancer planning to apply for a DTV visa in Bangkok, seeking advice on how to navigate the application process without traditional business registration or employment contracts. The individual earns a consistent income and can provide bank statements and income tax returns. Community comments offer various suggestions, including presenting a portfolio, setting up a company as a sole director, and emphasizing proof of income.

Understandi*********** · Answer

Can you provide any evidence you can show them for the work you do? A portfolio, testimonials, online bookings etc. Then explain it in a covering letter. As long as you can prove it, it should be fine.

Pete ******* · Answer

Book a qualifying cooking course.

Ian ********** · Answer

Setup a company with you as a sole director and give yourself permission to work remotely in Thailand. Show income tax statements. You don't need contracts as your bank statements show your monthly income. This is what I did in the UK and it worked. It is a lot more difficult as a sole trader/self employed

Kurt ************* · Answer

You will need a business to show papers for

Breathtakin************ · Answer

Careful about throwing the word “freelancer” around in Thailand though. Lol

Muratcan ******** · Answer

Hey man, unrelated to your question but, fellow auditor here. I'm just surprised to see someone from the industry outside of CT. Where do you hunt, Immunefi, Hackenproof?

Waqar ******** · Answer

I have done it. Best wishes. You just have to satisfy the ambassador that you can do it remotely.

Can freelancers without business registration apply for a DTV visa in Thailand?

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