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How can I obtain a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) for Thailand and what are the entry conditions?
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Jan 25, 2026
3 months ago
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ORIGINAL POSTERHello, my name is Matthew from Czech Republic.
I have had 500,000 baht or more in my account now for over three months. I own a company and can work remotely, but our company is newly established and we have only been reporting income for a month, so it is probably risky to apply for a workcation visa. So I have two questions: can anyone recommend a good agency/agent who could help me safely obtain a DTV through soft power, someone reliable at an affordable price, perhaps even with a money-back guarantee if the DTV is not granted? DTV orkcation or soft power is stll DTV right?
My second question is, how long after applying for/receiving the DTV do I have to enter Thailand? The thing is, I would like to apply for a DTV in February/March because I would like to use some of my money for my business and I will probably end up with less than 500,000 THB in my account. However, before I arrange everything necessary for the move, I want to move to Thailand and fly there around June/July.
Can anyone please advise me? I would be very grateful.
I have had 500,000 baht or more in my account now for over three months. I own a company and can work remotely, but our company is newly established and we have only been reporting income for a month, so it is probably risky to apply for a workcation visa. So I have two questions: can anyone recommend a good agency/agent who could help me safely obtain a DTV through soft power, someone reliable at an affordable price, perhaps even with a money-back guarantee if the DTV is not granted? DTV orkcation or soft power is stll DTV right?
My second question is, how long after applying for/receiving the DTV do I have to enter Thailand? The thing is, I would like to apply for a DTV in February/March because I would like to use some of my money for my business and I will probably end up with less than 500,000 THB in my account. However, before I arrange everything necessary for the move, I want to move to Thailand and fly there around June/July.
Can anyone please advise me? I would be very grateful.
TLDR : Answer Summary
Matthew from the Czech Republic is seeking advice on applying for a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand while managing a newly established company and maintaining sufficient funds. He asks for trustworthy agencies to assist with the visa process and inquires about the timeframe for entry after visa approval. Community responses clarify the validity and conditions of the DTV, suggesting that he can work remotely from Thailand and advising on documentation needed for the visa application.
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Kurt *************
They dont really care how old the company is, as long you can show the documentation that its legit like registration papers.
Good application and good documentation is key.
Good application and good documentation is key.
Derek *****
Reporting income doesn’t matter - it’s how long you can show you’ve been receiving and depositing. Don’t apply as the business owner and just say you work remotely for company A and have a letter from company A saying you can work from Thailand.
Derek *****
In that case, the soft power route is the way to go. Apply in February before you reinvest your funds, then go in April or May for a few days to activate the visa. You can go back home after and sort things out and make the final move to Thailand anytime within 5 years :-)
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Derek ****
And next question, I want to learn Thai language can I apply for DTV soft power throught some Thai language school??Derek *****
no, but you can get an education visa with a licensed thai language school
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And can I work from Thailand online remotely, even when I got my DTV from soft power route?Derek *****
yes - just dont go telling everybody you’re working. Who’s gonna know
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Derek ****
And can I work from Thailand even when I go my DTV from soft power route?Reply to
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Derek ****
I haven't received any income from the company yet because it's new. I'll receive my first income from the company in February. Is it still good idea to apply like you say?Reply to
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Robert *******
The DTV is a multiple entry visa and valid for 5 years, as long as you enter Thailand BEFORE the validity date you get 180 days of stay.
5 years valid NOT 90 days as mentioned, be careful with those agencies.
What you like to do?
Workcation means you are allowed to work on-line and visit in your free time a gym or cooking school or learn Thai language.
Soft power means you get a visa to be able to learn or medical reasons, NOT to work on-line
You do not need a special visa to visit a doctor, everybody in Thailand can visit hospitals for medical care.
5 years valid NOT 90 days as mentioned, be careful with those agencies.
What you like to do?
Workcation means you are allowed to work on-line and visit in your free time a gym or cooking school or learn Thai language.
Soft power means you get a visa to be able to learn or medical reasons, NOT to work on-line
You do not need a special visa to visit a doctor, everybody in Thailand can visit hospitals for medical care.
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Robert ******
Are you saying that if I obtain a DTV for soft power, I cannot work remotely for my company from Thailand?जगद्गुरु *****************
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Robert *******
Anonymous participant Yes, only the purpose workcation is as the name should ring a bell, for working.
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Kim *****
Your visa is active the day it is approved, and should be used to enter the country within 90 days.
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