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How can I apply for a medical treatment visa (DTV) in Thailand with permanent disability?

DTV (Medical Treatment Visa)Permanent Disability Visa Application Process Healthcare in Thailand Expat Immigration Thailand Visa for Medical Reasons

PeacefulCr***********

asked Jan 29, 2026

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I was hurt at work, put on workman comp and now has turned into permanent disability...i have the required 500k baht savings easily...anyone knows how i can apply for the DTV under medical?

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The process to apply for a DTV (medical treatment visa) in Thailand due to permanent disability involves several steps. Firstly, you need to get assessed by a recognized doctor at a Thai hospital, who will provide you with a long-term treatment plan that spans more than six months. This treatment plan is essential for your visa application. As you're over 50, consider if a retirement visa would be a more suitable option since it also has financial requirements but may simplify your residency. Additionally, be mindful of any limitations from your US disability benefits concerning living overseas.

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Michael **********

You're over 50, wouldn't it be easier to get a retirement visa which guarantees you a bank account as well?

9 months ago

A. ************

Be careful with living outside of the US (I'm assuming you are American) when on disability. You really need to understand the restrictions on the type of disability you payments you are receiving (like you can't be out of the country more than 30 days in a row) because they could cause you to lose your benefits and have to reapply.

9 months ago

PeacefulCr***********

A. Nony Mous thanks...I turn 64 in Feb and if my DTV is approved ...I would convert my disability to regular social security...I seen I could live anywhere other than North Korea/Cuba and get regular social security...thanks

9 months ago

DTV_Be*******

It is a medical treatment visa. You have to have a solid treatment plan with dates and such that spans 6+ months from a hospital here

9 months ago

PeacefulCr***********

DTV_BegPecker I'll be there in Feb and going to a hospital then to see if a Thai Dr would would put me under his care

9 months ago

John **********

You visit a hospital in Thailand and get assessed by a doctor. The hospital then produces a long term (greater than 6 months) signed off by a recognised doctor and you use that as the basis of your application

9 months ago

Tapan ********

Sorry about your injury.

So you need treatment for your injury in Thailand?

9 months ago

PeacefulCr***********

@Tapan *******

yes,

9 months ago

Tapan ********

PeacefulCrocodile5742

1. If possible, visit a doctor under visa free entry and get a treatment plan sorted. (>)6-12 months treatment program.

2. Leave for Vietnam(Possibly Hanoi) to apply for DTV

9 months ago