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Can I obtain a DTV soft power visa through an artist residency in Chiang Mai?
Dec 22, 2025
2 days ago
Christopher ********
ORIGINAL POSTERTLDR : Answer Summary
The user inquires about obtaining a DTV soft power visa through an artist residency in Chiang Mai. Comments suggest mixed experiences, with one mention of an artist being approved while selling online, another recommending contacting the embassy, and a third warning that engaging in any paid or unpaid work in Thailand could be seen as violating visa rules.
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