Answered3 months ago
Is it easier to use an agent for the DTV remote working visa application than to apply myself?
do you all use an agent or apply yourself
husband and i will be applying for DTV remote working Visa from the UK ...
just wondered if its easier to use an agent than to do it all yourself :)
Thanks in advance
husband and i will be applying for DTV remote working Visa from the UK ...
just wondered if its easier to use an agent than to do it all yourself :)
Thanks in advance
Answer summary
The discussion revolves around whether it's more beneficial to apply for the DTV remote working visa independently or through an agent. Many commenters emphasize the complexities involved in the application process, sharing their experiences and concerns about banking and immigration issues associated with the DTV visa. Some suggest using an agent for support, citing possible difficulties in managing the paperwork and meeting visa requirements. Others mention the advantages and disadvantages of the DTV in comparison to other visa types like retirement or married visas.
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J.P. *********
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Ian **********
Yes, as the DTV is a tourist visa. You are not allowed to do any work in Thailand for Thai people or Thai companies. Tourists are not allowed to have Thai bank accounts.
Anonymous ******************
For pink card and ta bien baan i got it when i’m on DTV Visa. The most biggest problem is for the banking system. DTV is consider tourist visa not a long term resident. It’s mean when you have a problem with bank account maybe they will closed your account. For another such as Thai Crypto Trading i succesfully register using DTV as well. On Binance TH and Bitkub
Anonymous ******************
The problem with doing cooking classes is that immigration will sometimes test you by asking you to cook them a curry before they'll let you back into the country.
Sylvia ********
Legally you need to pay min of 3 months cookery, then when return after 6 months the officer can ask for proof what course your enrolled in
มาร์คุท *******
Such an apology, stupid question. No, you won't lose anything and you don't need to deregister. You already have everything and own it, so why should you announce a change there? Nobody asks about it. It's better to stick with your current visa. If you're considering a DTV (Direct Entry Visa) just because you don't have the money, that's also bad. Even with a DTV, there are problems with multiple entries, as I've now discovered.
Paul ****
Why do that? Retirement visa is far more better than DTV. Did you look into LTR for a wealthy pensioner?
Beautifu*********
Yes, you will loose everything you mentioned..
Stuart ******
You can have a thai bank account if you own a condo !
LongTimeLivi************
I actually asked AI these questions 3 times, pushing back with 'check again, I don't believe you.' Every single time it gave me a different answer, starting with 'You're absolutely correct, here's what would happen...' 😂
CapableG********
You're already on a bed, don't roll on the floor.
Tha****
Legally you should. In reality who knows.....
Angelo ***********
It would make more sense to as someone who knows the answers than random facebook.
You live in one of the Condos, so why would you "lose" the yellow book? Stupid question.
If you do not tell anyone, you obviously keep all the things you mentioned ...
You live in one of the Condos, so why would you "lose" the yellow book? Stupid question.
If you do not tell anyone, you obviously keep all the things you mentioned ...
Henriette ********
DTV is a tourist visa. You risk losing your bank accounts as a minimum.
Anonymous ******************
Look at it from a different angle. What's the benefit of applying for a DTV compared with staying with your existing arrangement?
I was recently told that since I have a Thai wife, bank accounts and history of living and working there, I was not eligible for a DTV.
But after I looked at the price comparison (border runs or holidays every 6 months for 5 years, versus a low cost in-country extension every year), I'm happier going for the non-immigrant O instead.
There's nothing stopping you doing a boxing or cooking course on any visa.
I was recently told that since I have a Thai wife, bank accounts and history of living and working there, I was not eligible for a DTV.
But after I looked at the price comparison (border runs or holidays every 6 months for 5 years, versus a low cost in-country extension every year), I'm happier going for the non-immigrant O instead.
There's nothing stopping you doing a boxing or cooking course on any visa.
LongTimeLivi************
Anonymous participant 371 I make several overseas visits a year anyway.
Luit *****************
Anonieme deelnemer 371 Exactly, and then you did not even mention the possibility of extra costs when they will start being more strict on checks you actually are enrolled in cooking class.
TaupeSqu*********
Why downgrade?
Steven *******
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Brad **********
Benjamin Button asking questions
Ryan ********
Yes and why would you change?
Anonymous ******************
How did you get SSO? Is that available to people on retirement visas? Or is it because you used to have a work permit and continued paying yourself?
LongTimeLivi************
Anonymous participant 206 I was working before and company paid for me under Section 33. When I retired I took over the payments under Section 39.
LongTimeLivi************
Anonymous participant 206 worked 30+ years in Thailand. I took over the SSO payments when I retired.
Elías ********
Probably yes
Rob *******
Look into Medical DTV
LongTimeLivi************
@Rob ******
luckily I so far don't have any medical reasonsRob *******
LongTimeLivingInThailand it's not about having health issues, you can get an anti aging plan or other health plans that would qualify for a DTV. according to what I read on this issue, this DTV would not be subject to the same scrutiny as Muay Thai or cooking courses.
Chloe *********
@Rob ******
what kind of anti aging plan
Wouter *******
Why would you do that?
Phil ******
You will lose some . Why not get an agent to do the ฿800,000. Or do a married visa
Sefton ********
Only one at risk is the bank account I would say.
Social security from past employment is interesting. You only keep medical for 6 months by default under section 33 after ending work.
Voluntary contributions under section 39 are then likely your current situation, so if you are paying the +-450 a month voluntary you can keep paying it and stay covered no matter the visa type.
Social security from past employment is interesting. You only keep medical for 6 months by default under section 33 after ending work.
Voluntary contributions under section 39 are then likely your current situation, so if you are paying the +-450 a month voluntary you can keep paying it and stay covered no matter the visa type.
LongTimeLivi************
@Sefton *******
yes, I'm under Section 39
Andy ********
LongTimeLivingInThailand my thoughts are the same as
The other things I think you will be okay with unless you tell them you are on a DTV.
@Sefton *******
. You are likely to loose your bank account in a year or two. I bank with 4 different banks. Each in. Turn asks me to go in and verify my data. The last TTB did it this month with a message wanting me to verify my address. I went in with my Yellow Tabian Bahn, Pink ID and Tor Ror ****
issyed that day. They still wanted my Passport to verify I have a long term extension of stay. If I had swapped to a DTV I have no doubt my account would of been closed.The other things I think you will be okay with unless you tell them you are on a DTV.
LongTimeLivi************
@Andy *******
I recently went into my local BBL branch and sat in the Wealth Lounge, wanting to open a new fixed deposit account. A girl came in, looked at my passport, and asked what kind of visa I have. When I told her it was a retirement visa, she quickly said, "cannot open a new account."WTF! I asked her to speak to the manager or call the head office. She walked out and came back five minutes later to tell me it was approved.
A few days later, she called me and told me to come back to the branch because she wanted me to fill in my home country address. She didn't seem to get that my home is Thailand and I have many accounts with them. I don't have an overseas address in my home country, and I haven't had one for almost 35 years I told her. She just didn't get it and insisted that I come to the branch.
The next day, I went to the branch and asked for the girl who had called me. They just said, "Nevermind, it's taken care of."
WTF was that all about? JC!
Marius *********
You wont lose it at all, unless you go to the ampur and ask to lose it. Isnt that kind of obvious? The immigration system isnt exactly a banking system, where they have super strict routines to follow up each person... Why dont just stay on retirement? What is better with dtv? U have to leave every 180, days, which means its only technically a 6months renewable visa. Retirement is 12 months, and you never need to go to any border at all... W... U thinking going to dtv lol
Tham **********
@Marius ********
something smelling fishy in th author’s post. Don’t you think? It doesn’t sound like telling a whole story. Mostly two issues - money or legal, or both.LongTimeLivi************
@Tham *********
what so fishy about it? I'm under a retirement visa now after working 35+ years in Thailand. I naturally accumulated assets in Thailand. Took over SSO payments under Section 39. DTV is a good visa but has caviets like banking and classed as a kind of special tourist visa. I can't stand going to immigration ever year and forking out 4,700 baht each time plus running around getting original documents from the Tambon and bank. Sick of it.Asso ******
@Sylvia *******
The point is... DTV is like a modern visa for modern people. You can do everything online. With Non-O you need a bunch of paperwork from different establishments plus photos of your house plus a copy of every document... and then another application if you want to leave the country... and you have to spend a day at an immigration office. Plus if you go for the retirement visa, 400K is basically locked forever and another 400K is locked for half a year every year... not my cup of tea... But to each their ownSylvia ********
@Asso *****
get re entry stamp in the airport or same time you renew visa, its valid until visa expiresAsso ******
Not to mention that if I were to wish to go on a trip with a non-o, I would again have to go to immigration, and fill in a form (and wait...) to get a reentry permit. With DTV I can just come and go...
LongTimeLivi************
@Asso *****
exactly 💯,👍Asso ******
LongTimeLivingInThailand This is the exact reason why I changed from marriage visa to DTV. I would much rather take a trip every six months than spend a day full of bureaucracy and queuing, and, in addition to that keep a decent chunk of my money locked...
Proficie*********
Imagine going on a worse visa
Jeramy ********
This is the sort of question that is really best suited for an agent or law firm. Your situation is unique; why would you ask that here?
Ben ********
@Jeramy *******
Probably to see if he can get an answer without having to pay for itLongTimeLivi************
@Jeramy *******
LOL, just see the replies mostly. But your right is a very convoluted and unique situation.
Chris **********
LongTimeLivingInThailand You're trying to flex
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