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What are the best visa options for someone working offshore in the oil industry, considering a 5-year DTV visa?
DTV oil rig work
I work 4 on 4 off ,
What is my best option to get a 5 year dtv visa,
I am about to go back to work in Denmark for 5 weeks then I'll get 3 weeks off this time.
Should I apply in Denmark whilst I do my 5 weeks or apply back when I'm in the UK for 3 weeks.
Is my best bet a mauy Thai visa ?
Any suggestions would be appreciated
I work 4 on 4 off ,
What is my best option to get a 5 year dtv visa,
I am about to go back to work in Denmark for 5 weeks then I'll get 3 weeks off this time.
Should I apply in Denmark whilst I do my 5 weeks or apply back when I'm in the UK for 3 weeks.
Is my best bet a mauy Thai visa ?
Any suggestions would be appreciated
Answer summary
The user, who works on an oil rig with a 4 on/4 off schedule, is seeking advice on the best way to obtain a 5-year DTV (Digital Nomad Visa) while balancing work in Denmark and the UK. Most comments suggest that applying in Thailand might be more beneficial and highlight alternatives like entering Thailand as a tourist for shorter periods instead of needing the DTV. A few commenters shared personal experiences about successfully obtaining the DTV under various circumstances, emphasizing the importance of presenting valid proof of remote work or funds.
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Anonymous ******************
I work
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in Angola and just got my remote worker DTV approved. I applied online through the South African embassy while at work and received approval within 7 working days. I provided my Wise account, contract, and a letter from my company stating I need to be available for training courses in Thailand and consultations with the rig via email and video call. The process was pretty straightforward.
Elías ********
Soft power only, as you aren't a remote worker.
TJ *********
Go to Thailand and visit the DTV visa shops. They all have different contacts, requirements. Find a deal that works for you. It's the best way. I paid $3000. But I didn't have to show any funds, do any programs, or complete it outside Thailand.
Jef ********
I got my DTV doing FIFO 4 weeks on 2 off.
Got a remote worker DTV.
Gave my contract
500k thb in Aus bank account ( proof of funds)
Was asked for additional documents.
Supplied remote work verification letter ( that said I was approved to work remotely in south east Asia)
Approved ✅
Got a remote worker DTV.
Gave my contract
500k thb in Aus bank account ( proof of funds)
Was asked for additional documents.
Supplied remote work verification letter ( that said I was approved to work remotely in south east Asia)
Approved ✅
IndigoG********
Im in the olifield too. I got a medical dtv...legit issues
Brutal ********
I got my soft power acceptance from king of muay thai in hua hin. I think it cost me $700 for 6 months of group classes. I still think DTV is a good deal, come and go as you wish for 5 years or just stay 5 years with a border run every 180 days.
Plamen ****************
Bruce *******
You dont need a dtv, just come as a tourist for 3 weeks and go then cone back for 3
Anonymous *************
OP@Bruce ******
My normal rota is four on four off, so I'll be entering and leaving Thailand at least 6x out the yearBruce *******
Each time ive stayed nearly 4 weeks at a time, just under the 30 dats
Bruce *******
I fifo here in Australia up in the Pilbara
Bruce *******
Anonymous participant ive been in and out of Thailand 4 times this year as a tourist without a boo
Andrew *********
Anonymous participant You know you've only got until the end of the month to get that bronze elite ?
Andrew *********
@Bruce ******
but the rules changed less than month ago.Bruce *******
Anonymous participant good luck sir
Anonymous *************
OP@Bruce ******
yet again they've only started to crack down hard since November the 12,, I've been back and forth 5 times and haven't been questioned , but opted out going back this time for a 6th time just Incase , so went to Vietnam to see if I could get the DTV ...if not then I'll pay 15k gbp for the bronze elite visa ,,,
Tim *********
Why get a dtv for 3 weeks? Am I missing something?
Anonymous *************
OP@Tim ********
yeah , I will be working 4 weeks in Denmark, and on my time off 4 weeks in Thailand, through the yearTim *********
Anonymous participant ah okay, maybe an METV is better? Something to check into maybe.
Anonymous *************
OP@Tim ********
thanks mate
Anonymous ******************
Soft power is the only option
John *********
You dont need a dtv visa😅
Calum *****
I work.offshore too never
been stopped in 23 years. Have you ever been refused or questioned?. If not carry on as normal. You will get at least a warning first surely.
been stopped in 23 years. Have you ever been refused or questioned?. If not carry on as normal. You will get at least a warning first surely.
ArticulateS***********
@Calum ****
not so. Times they are a changing. The FIFO boys need to get with the programme.Calum *****
ArticulateSquirrel3605 I been in 6 times this year now. And over 100 in my time. Think I will trust my judgement
Bob **********
The DTV is not for you as long as you enter exempt and only spend a few weeks at a time you’ll be fine my neighbor works a oil rig in the North Sea he’s in an out about every month been doing it for 20 years has no problems
Jef ********
They also changed exemption rules ( or enforcement) in the past few weeks
Andrew *********
@Bob *********
but they just changed it to 2 entries per year.Bob **********
@Andrew ********
he just showed up yesterday he’s fine it’s the people that max out the stamp get an extension and try to bounce it’s all about how long you stay one month your a touristAnonymous *************
OP@Bob *********
yeah that's all in good, but your forgetting they are cracking down hard since November,, I have a uncle aswell that's bene doing it , but he had to get a visaAnonymous *************
OP@Bob *********
I'm spending about 180 days through the year , might flag up
Dom ********
Anonymous participant for the sake of £300 or so, definitely safer to get the DTV - id argue you are the perfect case for a DTV, multiple entries per year spending more time than advised on visa exemption.
I applied soft power and was asked 0 questions on employment, just had to show my 500k baht in savings and my Muay Thai (pre-paid) course 👍
I applied soft power and was asked 0 questions on employment, just had to show my 500k baht in savings and my Muay Thai (pre-paid) course 👍
Ray *********
Anonymous participant spend 179 days in Thailand and you will be exempt from registering and being liable for Tax.
Bob **********
Anonymous participant it could but so is he there more interested in people spending long stays not people in an out
Dan ***********
Set up a limited company, then create yourself a job where you can work remotely on your business, even if you don’t.
Much more easier in my personal opinion
Much more easier in my personal opinion
Tony **********
@Dan **********
that might be worth me looking in to that . I will be working in Abu Dhabi for 8 weeks then 8 weeks of than back to work . Not sure if company will let me work remotely but could do that my selfDan ***********
@Tony *********
yes it’s easy mate, I’ve got a limited company in the uk and my DTV was passed after a few days. All you have to do is get a letter from your company to say you will be working for them whilst in Thailand, that’s how easy it was
Greg ********
UK and Cooking :-)
Kurt *************
Uk and muay thai
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