DTV Visa Question, help š
Hello everyone! Sorry for the long post but I feel like this is the best place to ask about DTV.
For context, Iām 19 years old with an Italian passport, and Iām planning to apply for the DTV (Destination Thailand Visa) at the Italian embassy once I turn 20. I know I canāt apply just yet, but Iām trying to gather all the info in advance so I can be fully prepared.
Iāve read that the requirements and strictness can vary a bit depending on the embassy, so Iām hoping someone here who has already obtained the DTV can offer some insights or advice. Right now, Iām considering three possible ways to apply:
1. Muay Thai option
Iāve been practicing Muay Thai at a high level since I was a kid, and I always train when I visit Thailand. Iād consider applying for the DTV through a gym, but hereās my concern: would training for just 3 month at a registered gym be enough to qualify?
I donāt want to be tied to a single place for too long, Iād prefer to train at different gyms throughout my stay. If I apply under this category, will immigration later check if Iām still actively training?
2. Freelancer (Fiverr)
Iāve been freelancing as a video editor on Fiverr since I was 15, with a solid portfolio and plenty of positive reviews. That said, it was always more of a side income rather than a full-time salary. I know the DTV requires 500,000 THB in a bank account, which is not a problem, but Iāve seen mixed info online about whether monthly income is also required. Does anyone know if itās strictly necessary to show regular income?
3. Remote work / online business
Recently, Iāve started working on my own online business (clothing brand). The website is nearly ready (Iām still finalizing the code), and I have a verified Instagram page set up for it as well. I havenāt made any sales yet, but Iām confident it will start once the site launches. Again, the issue is that I currently donāt have a record of monthly income. Is that a deal-breaker?
So my big question is:
Which of these options seems the most realistic or safest for applying to the DTV, especially at the Italian embassy?
Any personal experiences or tips would be massively appreciated!
Thanks in advance everyone š
TLDR : Answer Summary
A user seeks advice on applying for the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) at the Italian embassy, considering options related to Muay Thai training, freelancing, and remote work. They are particularly concerned about the DTV requirements, including income proof and the possibility of being tied to a single gym for Muay Thai training. Responses suggest that the Muay Thai route, especially with a 6-month course, may be the safest option, and that income proof is less likely to be an issue as long as assets are sufficient.
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