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Can I apply for a DTV visa in Thailand if I have a bank balance but no income? What are the requirements for cooking or Muay Thai classes?

Dec 5, 2025
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i have the bank balance but no income, can i still get the dtv for cooking/muay thai etc? what is the simplest/cheapest one and is there minimum requirements for classes you have to attend?
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TLDR : Answer Summary
You can apply for a DTV (Digital Nomad Visa) in Thailand with a bank balance of at least THB 500,000, even if you have no income. Many applicants have successfully received their DTV visa for attending cooking schools or Muay Thai classes under similar circumstances. Generally, you will need to attend a minimum number of classes, which usually ranges from 5 to 6 classes per month, depending on the program you choose. Make sure to obtain a legitimate invitation from the school to facilitate the visa application process.
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Arun ***************
You can still apply for DTV visa with cooking school or muay thai gym without income. We've had many students approved they DTV visa with our cooking school without having income. Most important is having the minimum required THB500,000.

Feel free to reach out to ask any more questions, we've assisted over 300 students get their DTV visa with our cooking school so we are familiar with the process.
Fa**
With some document tweaks you certainly can.
Anonymous *************
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@Fa**
what do you mean
Anonymous ******************
Just tell them you'll be in Thailand for 1-2 years, not the full 5 years, and 1 million is enough for that period.
Anonymous ******************
You’re good as long as you have the 500k in your account. Income isn’t mandatory. For cooking or Muay Thai, you’ll need to attend a minimum number of classes—usually about 5 per month—but it varies by program. Just get a legit invitation from the school and you should be fine.
Robert *******
No, you do not have to attend classes, you also do not have to apply and you do not have to fly towards Thailand. Save your money as living without income is very expensive.
GoldPine*********
I have a well-known agency legit 101%.
Mike **********
Send me
Ray *****
GoldPineapple1806 if it's 101% it's definitely not legit
GoldPine*********
@Ray ****
Maybe you are fooling people, I'm trying to help people who need serious assistance.
Thai ************
Yes, you can get it, it depends on your nationality, too. You should take a minimum 6 months course.
Anonymous *************
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@Thai ***********
so is that enough for the 5 years or have to book something every year?
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous participant For now no check but no guarantee for the long-term.
Thai ************
At the moment, there are no checks at the border, if you're continuing the activity or not.