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Can I apply for a DTV visa if I run an Airbnb business remotely outside of Thailand?

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Nov 26, 2025

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Hi there all! I have a legit, government approved and registered Airbnb business located outside of Thailand. I run and coordinate the business remotely. Can I apply for DTV with this setting? Any insight would be appreciated.

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The user inquired about the possibility of applying for a Distant Thailand Visa (DTV) while managing a government-approved Airbnb business from outside Thailand. A comment confirmed that this is possible, recommending checking a specific Facebook group for more insights from similar remote property owners.

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Yes, you can get a DTV for your remote business. Check the main DTV group on FB, a lot of posts from remote property owners there.

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