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Can you work remotely on a Thai soft power DTV visa?

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Jan 22, 2025

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Daniel *********

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Hey all. Let’s settle this haha. 

Are we allowed to work remotely with a soft power DTV visa?

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The consensus among respondents indicates that remote work is generally permissible on a soft power DTV visa in Thailand. However, there are no explicitly written rules from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) or Immigration to support this, as the regulations are described as 'policies' which are subject to interpretation.

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Greg ********

The consensus is yes. If you are asking are there any written 'Rules" that can be cited from MFA or Immigration then I have not seen any. However there are not that many rules as it is described as a "Policy". Policies are open to interpretation.

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Daniel *********

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thanks. That’s helpful. So in your opinion, should I provide payslips and certificate of employment from my remote employer as supporting docs in my application? I’m taking the soft power Muay Thai route.

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Andi ***********

Daniel Mabanta Vast majority of embassies do not require employment info for SP applicants. Taipei does and I think Malaysia.

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Daniel *********

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@Andi **********

unfortunately, I’ve already booked my flight and hotel to Taipei hence my question 😂

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Daniel *********

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I have those documents readily available. I’m just wondering if being a remote worker will affect my chances.

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@Andi **********

Supply the MVP (Minimal Viable Product) for your customer. No more and no less. :-).

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Andi ***********

Greg Bewick True but it can also leave them hungry for more..

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I would never overcomplicate an application. The 500k is your financial proof that you can support yourself. I would not put anything from an employer in a soft power application. If asked for more documentation later specifically then provide but I doubt they would.

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Daniel *********

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that is sound advice

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Greg ********

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if you qualify as a remote worker why not go for that?

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Daniel *********

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because I had a coworker apply for the visa and was declined. He met all the requirements and was rejected without reason. He then did the soft power route and was approved in two days

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@Daniel ********

Go soft power then. Good luck. I am still pondering whether to go for DTV or BOI S. If DTV then workaytion or Soft Power. Decisions decisions :-)

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Daniel *********

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yeah now I’m second guessing myself. If I go workcation, I’ll save myself a few bucks for sure.

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