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Can I obtain a DTV visa for freelancing in Thailand with limited income but sufficient funds?

Nicholas *******
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I'm getting started as a freelancer and I have about 700,000 Baht in the bank. Do you think if I have a registered business, portfolio, website, but not much freelance income, I would be denied the DTV for the freelance path? Or should I go the soft power route?
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A user is seeking advice on their eligibility for a Digital Work Visa (DTV) as a freelancer in Thailand, noting they have a substantial amount in the bank but little freelance income. Responses indicate that others in similar situations have been approved, suggesting that presentation and embassy choice are critical factors. However, some comments recommend considering the soft power route, which requires evidence of regular income.
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Joice *******
Joice *******
Yes, you can. Just put on all the information with details.
Mr *******************
Mr *******************
Some have got it as a freelancer with no income, just a portfolio and a plan. There isn't technically any income requirement. Some embassies do want established regular income for a period.
जगद्गुरु *****************
जगद्गुरु *****************
Soft Power requires evidence of regular income.
Louise *********
Louise *********
Andi ***********
Andi ***********
You are fine via the freelance route. Similar applicants to yourself have been approved. Choose a 'friendly' embassy, as mentioned ..add Jakarta to that list.
Amir ***********
Amir ***********
Go for the soft power route.
जगद्गुरु *****************
जगद्गुरु *****************
@Am**
, soft power requires evidence of regular income, too.
Kaspars ********
Kaspars ********
What is not much? For some it’s $50, for others - $1500
Nicole ******
Nicole ******
Similar position. Where will you apply from?
Nicholas *******
Nicholas *******
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I haven't really researched that yet, but I heard the one in Hanoi was pretty good.
Jerry *******
Jerry *******
@Nicholas ******
Hanoi HCMC Manila Laos will be great.
Nicole ******
Nicole ******
@Jerry ******
any info on applying from the UK?
Johan **************
Johan **************
It sounds like that will work but It may depend on how well you present it and also which embassy you choose. Good luck.
Nicholas *******
Nicholas *******
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Thanks Johan

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