How did you obtain a 5-year DTV visa for Thailand as a digital nomad?

Sep 20, 2024
3 months ago
Artur *************
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Hi, my dear community,

Got a 5-year DTV visa for Thailand (digital nomad/freelancer). Applied in Penang after trying in Kuala Lumpur. Penang had more knowledgeable people who knew about freelancing.

Good luck, everyone! You deserve it, and you're an asset to any country's economy if you go there.
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The post discusses the successful application for a 5-year Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) for Thailand, completed in Penang. It highlights the ease of the process due to knowledgeable staff in Penang compared to Kuala Lumpur. Several comments inquire about application details, such as document requirements, banking statements, and the differences in procedures between the two locations. The community shares insights on the necessity of a bank statement showing funds, authentications needed for documents, and personal experiences with the visa application.
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Khwan ************
Artur *************
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In my case, as stated in the requirements for Malaysia, I was asked about my address in Thailand. I had a 1-year contract
Thet *********
What are required documents?
Artur *************
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Artur *************
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Artur *************
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Wing ******
@Artur ************
May I ask if you got these documents authenticated? Thank you
Artur *************
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@Wing *****
First of all, it depends on the category you're applying for. Remote worker and freelancer are different. I can help with information about freelancing because I applied under that category.
Wing ******
@Artur ************
Thanks, but I am remote worker. Since I have all these documents without authenticated, that's why I asked
Artur *************
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@Wing *****
If you're a freelancer, let me know. No worries, I’m not charging—I'm happy to help.
Dennis ************
How long before you get it? Im thinking of flying there for the DTV.
Artur *************
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Sab *****
In KL they ask for the documents being stamped by the embassy of where my company is located. In my case its a US LLC and i would need my docs being stamped by the US embassy. Is it the same in Penang?
Artur *************
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@Sab ****
It's easy to go from KL to Penang by bus. Here are the apps. In Penang, it's walk-in, so try to have all documents printed. If you have more questions or need more suggestions, feel free to DM me. No worries, I’m not an a-gent or charging for information.
Artur *************
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@Sab ****
You can try, but I can't say exactly because in my case, I am a freelancer. In KL, they asked for some documents that, for example, weren't required in Penang. In KL, they didn’t ask about a long-term address, but in Penang, they did, so I showed my 1-year contract.
Khadijah *******
@Sab ****
HI will like you to send me a message request ,let to talk private
Sab *****
Khadijah Malik about what? Why would i message you? I dont know you and you're not the OP.
Artur *************
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@Fah ******
I saw you laughing at every post, is there any admin to get this internet troll out of here? simply block you
Artur *************
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@Fah ******
what you are laughing at, looked at the mirror (saw you there)?
Paul *******
How long were the funds in the account for?
Khadijah *******
@Paul ******
HI will like you to send me a message request ,let to talk private
Artur *************
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@Paul ******
Are you applying for that visa or do you already have it? Or are you an agent, or just collecting information? If you introduce yourself properly, it might be easier to answer your questions.
Paul *******
@Artur ************
It's perfectly easy to answer questions from someone who simply wants to know.

If I was an agent, I wouldn't be crawling on these pages. Agents have their own connections.
Artur *************
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@Paul ******
Better not give me any suggestions on how to answer a question.
Artur *************
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@Paul ******
In my opinion, they are also looking at turnover. In my bank statement, it's clearly visible: the income during that period, the outcome during that period, and the ending balance.
Paul *******
@Artur ************
So you didn't have 500K consistently parked in your account for 3 months?
Artur *************
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@Paul ******
They want to see if you have money that can be used and not just funds set aside for the visa. Basic requirements: a monthly (3months in Malaysia) bank statement with an ending balance of 500,000 THB or the equivalent in another currency.
Paul *******
@Artur ************
Yes but 500K is all you need. You need to set aside those funds for the visa. Otherwise, what you are saying is that Penang is looking for those with say 700K, of which 200K is to be spent.

I would think any statement showing an end balance of 500K but with regular transactions is enough.

I was also under the impression that Malaysia required 500K to be parked there for a period of time, and not just recently deposited (which is similar to Laos).

In any case, I won't be going to Malaysia to apply. They seem to be the strictest. Laos is fine, but they're looking for funds to be parked for 3 months.
Artur *************
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@Paul ******
What I'm saying is to have an active account if you or someone is planning to apply in Malaysia. If not, you can try other countries.
Artur *************
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@Paul ******
not new transactions, transfer in transfer out for 3 months
Dia ******
Congrats
Artur *************
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@Dia *****
Thanks
Dean *****
did you make an appointmnt ? or just walk in?
Khadijah *******
@Dean ****
HI will like you to send me a message request ,let to talk private
Artur *************
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@Dean ****
Penang: Walk in, Kuala Lumpur: Appointment
Dean *****
do they ask 3 or 6 month bank statement?
Artur *************
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@Dean ****
Malaysia 3 months (stated on website : KL embassy), rest requirements depends where you will apply
Dean *****
Artur *************
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@Dean ****
welcome
Niko ******
You paid 2 times?
Khadijah *******
Niko Toul HI will like you to send me a message request ,let to talk private
Artur *************
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Niko Toul Most embassies in Asia don't take money if they decide not to proceed with your application.
Artur *************
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Niko Toul No