Can I apply for a DTV while holding a valid Non-B visa in Thailand?

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Question about "overlapping" visas:

Has anyone tried applying for a DTV while holding a valid Thai visa? I currently have a work visa (Non-B) expiring in June, I will be leaving my Thai company subsequently as well. I am hoping to apply for a DTV now (Workcation, I have a permanent remote work position with a Singapore company) and wondering if anyone has encountered any issues in doing so or what the embassy has advised in such situations. I have called and emailed my local embassy regarding this and received only a general response via email so trying my luck here.

I am in Singapore holding a Singapore passport. Embassy is closed until Wednesday for Songkran.

Ask Thailand · Answer

The user inquired about the possibility of applying for a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) while currently holding a valid Non-B work visa in Thailand. Responses varied, but generally indicated that applying for a DTV is possible even if the Non-B visa hasn't been cancelled. Some users pointed out that having an extension of stay doesn't equate to holding a valid visa. Others shared personal experiences, confirming that a DTV was issued without issues, highlighting that it may differ based on individual circumstances.

Shane ******* · Answer

My DTV was issued despite my non-b not having been canceled yet, and the officer asked me which visa I wanted to enter under, pointing out that the non-b hadn’t yet been canceled (I thought my former employer had done so already)

Christopher ******** · Answer

You cannot hold two visas in any country.

Greg ******** · Answer

Not DTV but my O had to be cancelled before I could apply for my B. It might be different with the DTV and others may have different experience.

Tod ********* · Answer

I am doubtful you have ANY visa at all at this point and I would almost bet dollars to durian if you looked at your passport you'd have a stamp that says "extension of stay permitted until" that you got from the immigration office inside thailand. <- That is NOT a visa, 🙂

There is no issue applying for a DTV while you hold a valid extension of stay, (no matter if you cancel it before you go to apply for the visa or not, it won't affect the application)

Can I apply for a DTV while holding a valid Non-B visa in Thailand?

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