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What are the requirements and process for obtaining a DTV (Workation) Visa in Thailand?
EDIT: Just adding a couple of things I forgot to mention in the original post regarding the amount of time the 500k being in my account and salry slips)
DTV Visa (Workation) Approved in Hanoi!
I submitted my application on Wednesday, April 23rd, and it moved to “pending approval” on Thursday, April 24th.
Today, May 1st, I received the approval email!
Documents I submitted:
• *Edit* 6 months of bank statements with salary deposits clearly highlighted, also included 6 months of salary slips from my employer)
• *Edit* Ending balance of 500,000 THB (the closing balance of 500k was added 2 weeks prior to my application) no need for the 500k to be seasoned for a long time in Hanoi!
• Letter from my employer outlining my job description and working hours, signed by the director
• Cover letter signed and dated by me, confirming I comply with all visa regulations and will not work for a Thai company
• Screenshot of my LinkedIn profile
• My personal resume
• Screenshot of my arrival stamp in Vietnam
• Screenshot of my hotel booking on Agoda (2 nights)
If anyone has questions or needs help with the application process, feel free to ask—I’m more than happy to help!
DTV Visa (Workation) Approved in Hanoi!
I submitted my application on Wednesday, April 23rd, and it moved to “pending approval” on Thursday, April 24th.
Today, May 1st, I received the approval email!
Documents I submitted:
• *Edit* 6 months of bank statements with salary deposits clearly highlighted, also included 6 months of salary slips from my employer)
• *Edit* Ending balance of 500,000 THB (the closing balance of 500k was added 2 weeks prior to my application) no need for the 500k to be seasoned for a long time in Hanoi!
• Letter from my employer outlining my job description and working hours, signed by the director
• Cover letter signed and dated by me, confirming I comply with all visa regulations and will not work for a Thai company
• Screenshot of my LinkedIn profile
• My personal resume
• Screenshot of my arrival stamp in Vietnam
• Screenshot of my hotel booking on Agoda (2 nights)
If anyone has questions or needs help with the application process, feel free to ask—I’m more than happy to help!
Answer summary
The user successfully applied for a DTV Visa (Workation) in Hanoi, submitting various documents including 6 months of bank statements and salary slips. After applying on April 23, the visa was approved in a week, on May 1. The community responded with questions and shared experiences about the application process, highlighting the importance of preparing documentation properly.
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Matt ****************
Could you share the letters you wrote and what exactly you included in them? Thank you.
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OP@Matt ***************
hi. Use ChatGPT. It’s very useful for such letters
Anonymous ******************
Were you checked on entry in th?
Anonymous *************
OPAnonymous participant 646 haven’t flown back yet. I’ll be flying back in on Sunday. I’ll definitely make sure to update my experience. For now I’m jus enjoying Hanoi, great city 👍
Niel ******
Thank you for all this - when you say: 6 months of bank statements with salary deposits clearly highlighted. How do you highlight salary deposits on bank statements ? Thank you 🙏🏻
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OP@Niel *****
I used a website called ILovePDF it has a function where you can input a digital highlight marker. Hope that makes sense
Sandra *******
Nicely put together and useful. Thanks!
Anonymous *************
OP@Sandra ******
You’re welcome. I’m more than happy to share my experience and answer any questions. These posts genuinely help guide others toward a successful application, just as earlier ones did for me.
James ********
Thank You for your helpful report 👍
Congratulations 👏👏👏
PRINT OUT THE EMAIL THAT HAS YOUR DTV VISA.
That's what you should do... print it out.
You may have to show PROOF of your DTV Visa to airline staff on check-in for your flight ✈️ to Thailand...even to the connecting airline staff. Or to the land border crossing entry Thai Immigration Officer.
Upon arrival into Thailand, show the DTV visa to the Thai Immigration Officer and look at the STAMP placed in your passport to be sure you are STAMPED in for 180 days.
Congratulations 👏👏👏
PRINT OUT THE EMAIL THAT HAS YOUR DTV VISA.
That's what you should do... print it out.
You may have to show PROOF of your DTV Visa to airline staff on check-in for your flight ✈️ to Thailand...even to the connecting airline staff. Or to the land border crossing entry Thai Immigration Officer.
Upon arrival into Thailand, show the DTV visa to the Thai Immigration Officer and look at the STAMP placed in your passport to be sure you are STAMPED in for 180 days.
Anonymous *************
OP@James *******
thank you 🙏Niya ******
hello,what is the place of issue you wrote? Did you write your country or the information on your passport? I am trying to figure out why my visa was cancelled.
Anonymous *************
OP@Niya *****
I recommend doing the same—visit the embassy and speak directly with one of the staff members at the booth. Show them your passport and confirm the correct information with themAnonymous *************
OP@Niya *****
I entered the information exactly as it appeared under ‘Authority’.To ensure accuracy, I even visited the embassy in person to clarify this point before submitting my application. The staff confirmed that I should use the wording listed under ‘Authority’
Paul *********
Anonymous participant so your saying you have to write the issuing authority. That doesn’t match a place it’s an authority or department like mine is internal affairs abbreviated with an abbreviated place name only a national in my country would know
Anonymous *************
OP@Paul ********
All I’m saying is that on my British passport, the ‘Authority’ field states HMPO, and that’s exactly what the embassy staff instructed me to enter. I followed their guidance, and my visa was approved without any issues.Before that, I had asked several people and received conflicting advice—some said to enter United Kingdom, while others said HMPO. That uncertainty is why I decided to go directly to the embassy to confirm the correct answer. I didn’t want to take any chances.
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@Niya *****
You have to match what's written in your passport. Usually the name of a city.Niya ******
匿名互动者 yes that's what i write
Paul *********
Thanks for sharing the details. I will apply in HCMC end of next week as a freelancer and your list gives me an edge of confidence. I have put together a similar portfolio, with various extras such as photos of online classes, contract + confirmation letters + remittance slips. Many thanks and congrats!
Anonymous *************
OP@Khun ***********
Thank you so much! One important tip: make sure to enter all the details accurately on the online application, and triple-check everything before submitting. Best of luck to you as well!Paul *********
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