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What are the requirements and considerations for obtaining a DTV visa for moving to Thailand with a family?

Adam ******
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Hello! Have questions about the DTV visa. Will be moving to Thailand in January 2027. I have myself and 4 children and will be retiring. I am only 40 so, I have to get something other than retirement visa. I manage my portfolio does that count as work? 😛
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User seeks advice on obtaining a DTV visa for themselves and their four children, as they plan to retire in Thailand at a younger age than typical for retirement visas. Discussion includes the applicant's business status, investment management as a qualifying activity, and necessary steps for applying for the DTV visa from Washington DC.
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James ********
James ********
What's your passport nation? USA

What is the passport nation of each family member?

Is your wife Thai?

Are you the legal Father of each child?

Where will you be applying for the DTV visa? In the USA.. Washington DC
Adam ******
Adam ******
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@James *******
USA for all, my wife is Lao but she is a US citizen, and I guess in DC, or can I apply for it in Thailand?
James ********
James ********
Apply for the DTV visa in Washington DC using the Evisa online application system.

Once you get yours approved...

Then you can apply for each family member.

Stay in the USA UNTIL YOU HAVE THE DECISION FROM THE THAI EMBASSY in Washington DC that your DTV Visa Application is approved and that your family members also are approved.
Andi ***********
Andi ***********
@Adam *****
You can not apply in Thailand, outside of Thailand only. Washington is a good choice to apply from
Adam ******
Adam ******
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And yes all kids are mine. :)
James ********
James ********
James ********
James ********
Andi ***********
Andi ***********
You can get a DTV via self managed investment.
Adam ******
Adam ******
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@Andi **********
that is what I am hoping. ;)
Andi ***********
Andi ***********
@Adam *****
You can find similar applicants approved in the threads
Adam ******
Adam ******
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@Andi **********
awesome! Because I do not do boxing or like to cook. Lol
Mia *******************
Mia *******************
You know I’m not sure BUT I did just follow you, I love junk journaling myself

But also, if you’re making money off of so I’ll media I feel like yes this would qualify you

Are you set up as a business entity for tax purposes ?
Adam ******
Adam ******
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@Mia ******************
not yet. I own a couple businesses now, but plan to sell those off.

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