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What are the benefits of a DTV visa compared to the Thai Privilege Card?

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Mar 19, 2026

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Hello, I need advice to help us determine best benefit between getting a DTV visa vs Thai Privilege Card. I heard that the Thai Privilege card also allows to work remotely from Thailand. Thank you 🙏

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The conversation discusses the differences between the DTV visa and the Thai Privilege Card. It highlights the misconception that the Thai Privilege Card allows remote work, clarifying that it is more akin to a long-term tourist visa and does not permit such employment. Various commenters encourage seeking accurate information from official sources like the Thai embassy.

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Thank you everyone for the info and feedback; much appreciated 🙏 We will consider the best options for us when we are ready to move to Thailand 🙏💗

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Look on Thai embassy website not on a page for a business.

a month ago

John **********

No, the Thai Privilege (Elite) visa doesn't allow remote work

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Julian *******

No it doesn’t, it’s essentially a long term tourist visa

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