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Can I apply for a Thai DTV visa while having no job income but sufficient savings and rental income?

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DTV soft power (cooking) w/o income

Hi everyone, since I currently am on a career break with enough savings, I'm thinking of applying for a DTV and a cooking course. I meet the bank balance requirement - but I wonder if it's an issue that I have no income from a job? (I do have USD 1.3k rental income)

Any advice is appreciated.
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The post discusses the possibility of applying for a DTV visa in Thailand while having no job income, only rental income, during a career break. Several comments provide guidance, suggesting that while proving income isn't strictly necessary, applicants should be prepared to show how they will support themselves during the visa duration. Experiences shared indicate variability in requirements depending on the embassy or consulate, highlighting the importance of checking specific local guidelines.
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LoyalB*******
LoyalB*******
HCMC in Vietnam wanted to see my bank account with highlighted income (at first I only provided statements of my savings account because no substantial amounts on current account).

I do not have any income sources but my partner pays for all our expenses.

So I sent them my current account statements and an explanation of the situation.

Even though my savings exceed the 500k more than 10x they wanted to know.

Got my DTV in April. But applied with Muay Thai course.

But as you have an substantial income to show (even not from a job) I guess you will be ok.
Sky ***************
Sky ***************
It very much depends on the location where you submit your application. It is always better to review real and up-to-date experiences from the current and previous months, because the situation changes frequently between different embassies and consulates.

In Thailand, the process often does not work exactly as described on official websites. Many locations may request additional documents, extra proof, or further explanations beyond the standard requirements.

That is why choosing the correct submission location is extremely important when planning the best route for a DTV Visa application under the Soft Power Program.
James ********
James ********
@Sky **************
Correct 👍
Kaylie ****************
Kaylie ****************
It's not a problem as far as I can tell. I've applied for dtv via cooking school and was never asked for an income, that's what the savings are for I guess.
Sifa ************
Sifa ************
@Kaylie ***************
which embassy you have applied from if i may ask
John **********
John **********
Income is not an issue but be prepared to show how you can support yourself for the duration of the visa, investments, savings or whatever
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous ******************
@John *********
my issue is I bring in roughly 5.5k monthly, and recently sold a home so I can meet the financial requirement amount but I can’t show 3mth history as I just sold my home this month and had the lump sum deposited.
John **********
John **********
Anonymous participant 573 history depends on the consulate you apply at. Some are strict on having the 500k for 3 months, some only want to see it there in the final of the e statements you should send
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous ******************
do not do Manila through this route they're asking for proof of income.
Danielle ********
Danielle ********
That's pretty similar to how I applied. Just a little more in passive income from my rental and other. Approved in Hanoi for DTV with a cooking school in Phuket back in Jan.
Francesca ******
Francesca ******
@Danielle *******
what cooking school in Phuket please? I would like to do the same
Danielle ********
Danielle ********
@Francesca *****
Phuket Thai Cooking Academy. Highly recommend!
Francesca ******
Francesca ******
Vytis ***********
Vytis ***********
Should not be a problem for a soft power DTV
James ********
James ********
@Vytis **********
it can be a serious problem.

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