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Can I apply for the DTV visa under the Workcation/freelancer route with my background as a self-funded freelancer?

May 30, 2025
a year ago
Murray ***********
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Hi everyone 👋

I’m looking into applying for the DTV (from UK) under the Workcation/freelancer route and was wondering if anyone here has been approved with a similar situation to mine.

Here’s a bit about me:

* Previously worked from home in automotive engineering industry making a decent salary.

* I’ve left that role in September to start my own online business (currently pre-revenue).

* I could pick up contracting work in engineering again if needed.

* I do some occasional freelance work (web/marketing) for UK clients - not full-time, maybe £500-£1000pm.

* I have plenty of savings and no intention of working with or for Thai companies.

Essentially, I’m self-funded, with a past track record of income, some light freelance work now, and the ability to earn more if needed.

Has anyone been approved with a similar profile - e.g. early-stage entrepreneurs or part-time freelancers without a fixed monthly income?

Any tips or experiences would be appreciated 🙏

Thanks a bunch in advance!
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The user inquires about the DTV visa application process for freelancers and early-stage entrepreneurs, detailing their previous employment, current freelance work, and financial self-sufficiency. Community members respond with encouragement, sharing that similar applicants have been successful, and suggest demonstrating significant savings to support the application.
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Anonymous ******************
Yes it is possible, but not 100% sure, but it worth to try it. ( maybe show them more than the amount saving they ask ( I show them 40x more ) ). The only thing they want to know :

1/ you have money to take care of yourself.

2/ you have some online activity / you will not work for local business.
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Tal *******
Yes, I’m one of them
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Wannikea *********
Plenty of plenty of examples of successful applications with your circumstances, use the group search tool, grab a glass of water and start reading
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Sam *********
send me a message mate, tldr it's totally possible but might be worth going to an easier country to apply then thailand once approved.
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