USA - CHICAGO APPROVAL
Hey everyone, I wanted to share the good news that my Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) application was approved! I run a small agency and own an LLC. Here's what I submitted for my application (filed on October 28th - approved on 14th November) in case it helps anyone:
1. Cover Letter: A clear explanation of all the documents I included and my intentions for applying for the DTV.
2. Identification: Passport, U.S. Driver's License, and a photo (self-taken with a whitened background).
3. Business Documents: Articles of Organization (proof of LLC).
EIN documentation.
My resume.
Screenshot of my company website.
4. Bank Information:
I transferred $16,000 from my business account to my personal account the same day. I provided: A screenshot showing the balance in my personal account (current date).
A recent Chase statement showing my name and account number (since the Chase balance screenshot didn’t include my name).
Note: I didn’t include transaction details, just the account balance.
5. Proof of Income: A business income statement showing deposits into my business account (dated 3 months back).
6. Application: I provided them with my Condo unit address (in Bangkok) and any flight number I could find leaving the US to Bangkok. Was not asked to show further proof. The fee was $400 USD.
After waiting 2 weeks, I emailed them for a follow-up this morning at 10:30 am (the 14th of November), and at 4:30 pm I received an email with the approval.
I did leave Thailand on October 14th with an ED visa that expired on the 14th of October. I was told that I didn't need to cancel it (by immigration) so I didn't. This is proof that you may not need to cancel your ED visa before obtaining the DTV.
I hope this breakdown is helpful to anyone applying or considering it. If you have questions, feel free to ask! 😊
TLDR : Answer Summary
A user successfully shared their experience applying for a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand, detailing the required documentation and the approval timeline. They highlighted the importance of submitting a cover letter, identification, business documents, bank information, proof of income, and their application details, including a condo address in Bangkok. The user noted that after a 2-week wait, they received approval even though their previous ED visa had expired, suggesting that cancelling the ED visa may not always be necessary. They answered community questions regarding timelines for returning to Thailand after approval and clarified misconceptions about visa cancellation.
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