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What are the requirements and options for applying for a DTV (Digital Nomad Visa) in Thailand while currently living in South Africa?

DTV Visa Thailand Visa Requirements Thai Bank Account Visa Application Process Digital Nomad Visa Retirement Visa

BlueGr*******

asked Jun 9, 2026

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Hi everyone

I have a few questions. Im applying DTV in south africa

1. I had work permit and Thai bank account but recently left the job. Is this going to be a problem if I apply DTV via soft power

2. I have fund over 500k in my Thai bank account but sometime drop below 500k. I can only maintain for two months up untill the day that I will apply. Do you think this is going to be a problem?

Thank you very much everyone who help me on this

Answer summary

The original poster is applying for the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) while in South Africa and has concerns regarding their previous work permit and bank account. Key questions include whether leaving a job affects the DTV application and the implications of having funds below the required 500,000 THB in a Thai bank account. The community response reveals that funds need to be in a Thai account to meet immigration requirements, and many suggest applying for the NON-O retirement visa from outside Thailand rather than trying to convert from a tourist visa locally. There is significant debate on using agents versus handling the application independently, with many arguing that the fees quoted are excessively high, especially given the quick and relatively simple application process through immigration.

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SweetB*******

those fuc...ing funding agents ... one day don't be surprised ... same nominees ...only farang will suffer and bye bye land of smiles😅

5 months ago

Scott *********

If you don't want to return to your home country, what's the best neighboring country to get a retirement Visa?

5 months ago

Robert **********

Scott Travels probably Cambodia, a one year "business" visa is easy, no business required.

5 months ago

Terry *********

They want you to use them so you’re tied into them. I’m going in September and I will do all myself. You don’t need a dodgy agent and before anyone says they’re not dodgy. They do not follow the rules if immigration ever do an audit on who had the money seasoned and who didn’t a lot of people were gonna be disappointed

5 months ago