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Should I opt for a multiple entry tourist visa or apply for a soft power visa through Muay Thai training in Thailand?
was denied Dtv (new york); i guess owning and renting out and managing real estate isn’t considered remote work as a “digital nomad.” even though everything is done from my phone and internet……… they replied that they can offer a multiple entry tourist visa. should i go for that, and can i re-apply after 6 months for another 6 months and keep repeating? or should i apply for soft power thru a MT fighting class? anyone have any opinions or suggestions? thanks
Answer summary
The user expressed frustration over a denied Digital Nomad visa application due to their work in real estate management, which was not considered remote work. They were offered a multiple entry tourist visa and inquired whether to accept that or pursue a soft power visa through a Muay Thai training class. Comments suggest that multiple tourist visas may not be granted consecutively, and pursuing the soft power route is likely a better option. Additionally, users recommend applying for the soft power visa from nearby countries like Vietnam or Laos for better chances.
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Somari *********
New York is hard! Did the same thing to me and lied about offering a multiple entry visa! No you will need to apply for it and spend extra money. Easier to just ignore new york altogether and get it through another Asian country by way of may thai, cooking, etc. Don't deal with them!
Jeffrey *****
@Robert **********
How long did it take you to get approved in total?Robert ***********
A friend got his in almost 5 weeks. We both were requested to supply additional info 24 hours after filing then applications were in pending status for the balance of the time.
Robert ***********
@Jeffrey ****
30 days. Got my approval 2 days before my last trip.Paul **********
OP@Somari ********
how would i apply to a non-new york consulate if my address/location is boston, Ma ?Robert ***********
@Somari ********
I got approved in September. No issues. They have always been great. I have received travel visas in 2-3 days and even received my last METV on a Sunday.
Jj ****
It's a Thai based business so ofc it's not ok
Paul **********
OP@Jj ***
real estate in US…..
Dan *********
Are you just renting out your own property? That may be why
Paul **********
OP@Dan ********
it’s a business , under LLC. i guess real estate stuff like that isn’t considered remote work. going soft power thru a gym instead
Dave **********
@Paul *********
there's been posts of people approved for renting propertyPaul **********
OP@Dave *********
mine was declined..bummer. going soft power thru a gym
Kathy ******
I applied in NY too. After a month of hearing nothing, I contacted them and was immediately approved. 🤷♀️
Robert ***********
@Kathy *****
The apparent time for processing DTV in NY is about 4 weeks. Denial comes alot quicker unfortunately
Christopher ********
EVO360 muay Thai in Pattaya, owner name if Sharon and from the USA. She is very familiar and can explain about soft power dtv ... She has 100% acceptance so far. 20k baht for 6 months training gets you a 5 year visa.
Charlie ********
@Christopher *******
shuuuuuuuSomari *********
@Christopher *******
do you need to extend the training beyond the 6 months and show evidence of that at any point of your 5 years?
Alessandro ***********
If you’re not doing real estate through a company, I think you’d struggle.
Save yourself the hassle and do a soft power application.
Save yourself the hassle and do a soft power application.
John **********
You won't get multiple back to back multiple entry tourist visas. Go for soft power
Dave *****
Are you just a personal landlord or do you have a business where you are N employee? Very different.
Paul **********
OPFred Chalove nothing illegal here bud
Paul **********
OP@Dave ****
self employed, have LLC. the agent at NY said owning/renting/managing your real estate does not count towards this visa. so i am going soft power thru a boxing gym
Fred *********
@Paul *********
I reported u to the immigration for illegal workingGreg ********
Try a Soft Power Muay Thai but apply closer to Thailand ie Vietnam, Laos or Cambodia. Seems they are getting tighter on requirements though for the Workaytion in some places.
Andi ***********
Greg Bewick Some DTVers got approved in London doing real estate mgmt remotely. Each embassy differs in approval and as you say things are tightening up.
Greg ********
@Andi **********
Yeah. I suggested doing it to a UK couple under 50 in a Chiang Mai group last night who were in same position. Pretty certain they have Ltd company though as mad not to do so.Andi ***********
@Greg *******
The beauty of IT you can work and manage anywhere..Greg ********
@Andi **********
Yeah. Pals are going for it with a Building Company back home. They are doing payroll and quotes online from Thailand :-)Andi ***********
@Greg *******
It is online work so ..they should go for itActivity
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