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What are the requirements and processing time for a DTV visa in Thailand?
Sep 4, 2025
4 days ago
Mike *************
ORIGINAL POSTERTLDR : Answer Summary
A 61-year-old Canadian male inquires about obtaining a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand, specifically confirming costs and processing times. The conversation highlights that the visa application typically takes 10-15 business days through the Thai embassy in Canada, with the associated visa fee being around 650 CAD. The correct visa fee in Thai Baht is higher due to embassy markups, and for a 180-day extension, the cost is about 1900 Baht. Furthermore, applicants must demonstrate a bank balance exceeding US$13,500 for at least six months and comply with specific income or activity requirements related to remote working or the soft power initiative. Participants also suggest choosing a border hop rather than an in-country extension to simplify the process.
DTV VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
- Take the basic DTV Qualification Test to see if you're eligible for the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV).
- For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
- Explore recent discussions by using the DTV Visa tag in the search box at the top of the page.
- Join the Thai Visa Advice Facebook Group to ask your questions, and get advice from others.
