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Can I list a hotel as my living situation when applying for a visa in Thailand?

Sep 20, 2025
7 months ago
Elliot ********
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During the application process, I assume not everyone already has a condo lined up before moving out there. Do you just put the hotel that you’ll be staying at for the first couple weeks or whatever as your living situation? Will that suffice?
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When applying for a visa to Thailand, it's acceptable to list your temporary accommodation, such as a hotel, as your living situation. Many expats have reported that they successfully used the address of their initial place of stay, whether it's a hotel or a hostel, without any issues. There are no restrictions on changing your living situation later, so you can start your visa application with your first accommodation, even if you plan to move shortly after.
Henrik *****
Digital nomads are by definition moving around all the time, hence nomad.
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Callum *******
I just put my regular hostel I like to vibe and stay at whilst I search for an Airbnb etc, no questions asked ✌️
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Anonymous ******************
You don't have to live 5 years in one place. You're allowed to change your place of living without any restrictions. However, I'd recommend you to stay at the first hotel for at least a few weeks, maybe more.
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Andi ***********
I put the apt-hotel i was staying at for 5 days. You can put your initial place of stay.
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