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Can I apply for a visa in Hanoi with rental income from the UK?
Thai Visa ApplicationRental IncomeVisa RulesPassive IncomeDTV VisaThailand ImmigrationExpat GuidanceHanoi Visa Application
Dec 28, 2025
4 months ago
Patrizia ********
ORIGINAL POSTERDear members, Merry Xmas to all.
Has anyone applied in Hanoi, having rental income from UK?
I'd like to hear the outcome as I'm considering it, but one agent said it would be best to apply from UK in my case.🙏🙏
Has anyone applied in Hanoi, having rental income from UK?
I'd like to hear the outcome as I'm considering it, but one agent said it would be best to apply from UK in my case.🙏🙏
TLDR : Answer Summary
The discussion revolves around applying for a Thai Digital Work and Travel Visa (DTV) in Hanoi while having rental income from the UK. The comments suggest that rental income is considered passive and may not qualify for the DTV, which requires active work. Several users recommend applying directly from Hanoi, with suggestions on providing tax returns and a cover letter detailing work activities. The possibility of pursuing a 'soft power' route or considering other regions, like Laos, for quicker processing is also mentioned. Overall, it is crucial to clarify the nature of income and whether active management of properties can support the visa application.
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Giles ********
My mum has been living in Hanoi ten years from the UK. She might be able to point you in some sort of direction. She has an apartment in the UK. Which she rents.
Patrizia ********
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thanks I’ll definitely keep in mind, I think I found a solution to apply from Hanoi in case I decide to, I could still do it from Uk but it seems it takes longer.Reply to
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Anonymous ******************
And you’re still trying to work here in Thailand (property management in Phuket). +1 on the long list of illegal workers on a DTV.
Patrizia ********
ORIGINAL POSTERAnonymous participant 749 no, right now I’m considering all options. I might go on DTV or keep my WP. Read the OP again, it says considering..my situation here isn’t optimal that’s why I’m considering all options
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Maxim *********
I would recommend Laos. From when I applied it was 10 days until approval. Just get setup with a soft power course and hopefully you have proof of funds. Should be straightforward
Patrizia ********
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yes I heard Laos is good 🙏Reply to
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Thai ************
No issue with applying from Hanoi.
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John **********
It depends if you manage the rental properties yourself or not. If you manage the properties and rentals remotely then you can make a business case
Patrizia ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@John *********
thank youPatrizia ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@John *********
yes I do manage them remotely, but don't have a business "license" per se..tax returns etc yesJohn **********
@Patrizia *******
a covering letter explaining that should do most of the work for you, but if you can show money flow and tax returns so much the better. It's not necessary to have a business licenceReply to
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Pete *******
Why not apply soft power route?
Khun ******
@Ryan *******
When the course has ended just show your DTV on entry and get another 6 months stamp.Patrizia ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Khun *****
thanks, seems the easiest and secure wayReply to
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Ryan ********
@Pete ******
their ambiguity isn't my issue, and certainly doesn't warrant your condescension - especially given how frequently requirements change.Patrizia ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Pete ******
I'm not a fighter 😅 and I already had ED visa studying Thai for 3 years before covid, so not sure if they'll see as suspicious, can't really risk it being rejectedPete *******
@Patrizia *******
Thai cooking courses are widely accepted.Patrizia ********
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I do like cooking, but the courses are quite short? This has always puzzled me with the cooking courses, it's different from studying the language or Muay Thai.. how would they give me a 5y visa based on a short course?Pete *******
@Patrizia *******
there are plenty of qualifying cooking courses available to choose from. 3-6 month courses usually are required Embassy dependant. Lots of examples if you use the group search function.Ryan ********
@Pete ******
but what happens when those courses end? That's what is unclear to me. Do I need to enroll in a new course every 180 day re-entry?Reply to
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Sefton ********
Rental income is not work tho, rental income is considered passive income.. Its going to be hit and miss to obtain a workcation DTV on it.
Remember its not 'having an income stream' its 'working online' that this class is for.
Remember its not 'having an income stream' its 'working online' that this class is for.
Patrizia ********
ORIGINAL POSTERYes that's what the agent said, that in Hanoi they will ask for business registration etc. But I did hear that other people have done it just with rental income, although I can show some online business that doesn't bring in much.. that's what I'm also wondering.. should I show that even though it isn't much? The rental income is more than enough to live here.. and I can also show the funds. 🤔
Sefton ********
@Patrizia *******
the income from the online business is less relevant than the activity of the online business. And online business, that is active and working, is a much more likely to succeed application.
Patrizia ********
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Kurt *************
Hanoi is straight forward. If you dont have a company they want to see tax returns showing income and that you pay tax. Write a cover explaiming what you do etc
Patrizia ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Kurt ************
Thanks yes I would have to write a cover letter from wherever I apply I would think? and I can show tax returns yesKurt *************
make your application easy to read, mark out the key notes you want them to see. The more fullfilling application and easy to read application and also following all the requirements will make the process faster and more reliable.
Feel free do dm me if you have questions or need any help
Feel free do dm me if you have questions or need any help
Patrizia ********
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