I have gotten my DTV. I am interested in starting my business Thailand. I know I need a Thai partner to do this. What are my 1st steps? Can anyone point me in the right direction?
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The discussion addresses the challenges faced by someone holding a DTV visa who is interested in starting a business in Thailand. Users point out that the DTV visa does not allow for any work-related activities in Thailand, emphasizing the need for a Non-B visa with a work permit to legally engage in business operations. Many suggest consulting a lawyer to navigate the visa process and business setup effectively.
First you should speak with a lawyer to kick off the setup process. It will take some time for the company to be able to give you a work permit + non b so in the meantime you can stay on the DTV but not carry out any work just yet.
Once all documents are in order you can apply for the non b visa. Once approved you most likely will need to leave and enter Thailand again with the new non b.
I went through the same before but I was on a tourist visa and they were able to switch me from tourist visa to non b without leaving. Really depends on your lawyer and the connections they got
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If your business is digital only, there are other options too 😉
Someone who can not grasp the simple rules of a visa wants to run a business? Then ask everyone basically how to start a business? Do you also sell courses on business too?
You need to get off your DTV visa and obtain a visa that allows you to work inside Thailand. The DTV only allows remote work. To work inside Thailand you need a Non-B visa
You've got the wrong visa. You are NOT allowed to engage in any work activities with it. Yes, you can be a shareholder of a Thai company managed by someone else and have staff, but you cannot perform any work yourself at the office or whatever business place. You'll need to move to a Non-B with work permit.
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