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What are the requirements for applying for the DTV visa as an independent trader or asset manager in Thailand?

DTV Visa Workcation Visa Independent Trader Visa Financial Requirements Brokerage Accounts Visa Application Process

Tiago **********

asked Aug 25, 2026

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Has anyone successfully applied for the DTV as an independent trader / asset manager?

Hi everyone! I am preparing my DTV application under the Workcation category as an independent trader / asset manager.

Since we don't have traditional employer contracts or monthly payslips, I would love to hear from anyone who successfully got approved with a similar profile:

1. Which embassy or consulate did you apply through?

2. What documents did you submit as professional proof? (e.g., tax returns, brokerage activity/statements, trading logs, company or brand 

registration?)

3. Financial requirement: Did the embassy demand the 500k THB to be strictly in a traditional bank account, or did they accept liquid cash balance inside a brokerage account?

4. Did you face any extra requests or need certified translations?

Thanks in advance for sharing your experience!

Answer summary

The post seeks insights from individuals who have successfully applied for the DTV visa in Thailand as independent traders or asset managers. The author requests information on which embassy to approach, necessary documentation for professional proof, financial requirements relating to fund availability (traditional bank vs. brokerage account), and whether they faced additional requests or needed certified translations. Comments indicate that applicants with similar profiles have been approved, with some embassies accepting brokerage accounts as proof of funds.

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Mika ****************

Is it mandatory to submit a bank statement for the last 3 months for DTV approval? I have a statement from my bank proving that I have investments above the minimum required amount of 500k baht.

2 months ago

Andi ***********

Similar applicants have been approved and you can find their posts in the threads. The 500k in general should be in an instantly accessible account. Some embassies in the US accept brokerage accounts.

2 months ago