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Should I use an agent or find a gym to sponsor my Remote Worker Visa for Thailand?

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Jun 17, 2025

a day ago

Samgan *********

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Hello,

I’m currently based in Hanoi and I’m planning to apply for the Remote Worker Visa myself. However, I’ve heard of many cases where applications for this visa have been rejected, which makes me a bit hesitant. I’ve been in Hanoi for one year and I want to leave soon. 

Would you recommend working with an agent to handle the process? Or would it be better to try and find a Thai gym to sponsor me instead? Is my one year status could affect my application? Anyone with the same experience 

I’d really appreciate any advice or recommendations you might have. I’m eager to move forward soon, but I find the official website a bit confusing.

Thank you in advance!

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user seeks advice on applying for a Remote Worker Visa to Thailand due to concerns about widespread rejections. They consider whether to engage an agent or pursue sponsorship from a Thai gym, noting their year-long stay in Hanoi. Community responses suggest various experiences, with some encouraging the user to apply independently if qualified, while others highlight changes in the visa landscape in Hanoi and recommend alternatives like Muay Thai or cooking courses for easier sponsorship routes.

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

How did you stay in Hanoi for so long if you don’t mind me asking, I’m interested in a long term stay in Hanoi but don’t know how to stay long because I have two cats

a day ago

Samgan *********

ORIGINAL POSTER

Anonymous participant 911 I was extending my visa in the border , you can do it in one day

a day ago

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

@Samgan ********

like visa runs? Do you have any recs? I was looking into that but my only worry is do they ever deny entry? because I don’t wanna lose my two cats hahaha thank you a ton and best of luck btw!

a day ago

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

Nick ******

Hanoi was great for me, just 2 weeks ago, got my visa (soft route) very quickly, in less than 4 days. If, for any reason, you're not sure about going the workation way, simply go for some Muay Thai or Thai Cooking. It can be a good experience and you'll have no problem getting your DTV. Just make SURE you have those required 500K THB (or equivalent) on your account for AT LEAST 3 MONTHS. Good luck and see you soon in Thailand!

a day ago

Samgan *********

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@Nick *****

thank you , this gives me hope 🙏🏽

a day ago

Nick ******

@Samgan ********

You can make it too :)

a day ago

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Nick ******

Samgan *********

ORIGINAL POSTER

Some people recommend the Muy Thai road , they said is much better ? Any good gym recommendations

a day ago

Tangy ************

@Samgan ********

you can choose the Thai language course

a day ago

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Tangy ************

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

Hanoi is going through some kind of shake up. Maybe a change in the leadership at the embassy or new person in charge because since start of this month Hanoi is not the same as it was and not an easy place to apply.

a day ago

Tangy ************

Người tham gia ẩn danh 736 yes, many visas were rejected from HN

a day ago

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Tangy ************

RadiantT********

There are many cases that been approved too (and they might not post in here). If you have sufficient fund and are allowed to work remotely I don't think there's nothing to be worried.

a day ago

Tammi *****

If you're qualified, why would you be worried? Try the worktation route, when you've got all your ducks aligned, shouldn't take more than couple of weeks.

a day ago

Guillermo *********

@Tammi ****

agree if you read this forum all the information will be there. Get as much info as you can YOU ONLY HAVE ONE SHOT. Stay simple and concentrate in what others have recommended and you will be fine .

@Samgan ********

🙏

a day ago

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Guillermo *********

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