What are the requirements and best options for Canadian business owners applying for the DTV visa in Thailand?

If you go out every 2month you can easy stay on tourist for 18 month after that you can start to think to apply for a dtv while you already outside thailand for a while for safe moving fee etc...

Yes, if you visit Thailand often, I highly recommend applying for the DTV visa.

If your business allows for remote work, you can apply under the remote work category.

Alternatively, you can apply through a Muay Thai course both options are valid.

Proper document preparation is essential. I can assist you throughout the process and offer a full refund guarantee if your visa is denied.

Honestly, these are the types of questions that should be asked before arriving in another country. Preparation and diligence are key when living abroad. Make sure your landlord files the TM30 and you do your 90-day reporting if you stay long-term.

Just apply in Canada much easier for you. If you must get an interview or wait a long time it's better you are in your own home.

Yes, the DTV visa must be applied from outside Thailand — popular options are Vietnam (Da Nang, HCMC), Philippines (Manila), or Indonesia (Bali, Jakarta).

Flying in and out on visa on arrival can work short term, but immigration is getting stricter with people doing it too frequently.

There are 2 main ways to apply for the DTV visa:

1. Workation – for remote workers or business owners. You’ll need:

- Client contracts / employment letter

- Business registration or freelance proof

- Income documentation

2. Thai Soft Power – for those joining cultural programs in Thailand like:

- Muay Thai

- Thai Cooking Classes

*This option has been easier and faster for many applicants, and less scrutiny of documents than applying under Workation

Happy to share that we've supported over 90+ DTV applicants through our cooking school and partner with some of the leading visa agencies and law firms. So feel free to ask more questions as we're quite familiar with the process.

Check the DTV requirements on Thai website to familiarise yourself with the details, ie you must apply outside of Thailand etc.

Once you have decided where you will apply check their specific requirements as embassies all have their own extra bits.

Also search the group for details from that embassy

You can apply nearby to Thailand , eg Vietnam, Cambodia. Basically show how you operate your online business, business registration, income. DTV is good if you frequently in/out of Thailand as they are restricting frequent visits without a visa