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Should I apply for the DTV visa now or wait until my remote contract starts in June?

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Mar 11, 2025

2 months ago

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Hi everyone, ￼

I got a remote employee contract. However, this contract does not begin until June. Should I wait until June until I apply for the DTV visa? I have a Bank Balance about Minimum 500k.

Thank you very much!!

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user is considering applying for a DTV visa prior to the start date of their remote employee contract in June. They have a sufficient bank balance of 500k. Responses suggest checking with the embassy for guidance, with some users sharing their experiences of applying before their contract starts to ensure legal compliance.

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Anonymous ******************

I think it would depends

on the embassy. Better asking them first.

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Tim ********

I applied end of August with a contract starting October 1. They asked why. I told them that I wanted to make sure I had my Visa sorted 1st and that I was doing everything legally.

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