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What are the rules and requirements for extending a DTV visa in Thailand?
DTV VisaThailand Visa RulesVisa ExtensionsImmigration ProceduresFinancial RequirementsResidency in Thailand
Mar 5, 2025
a year ago
George’s **********************
ORIGINAL POSTER> If I was approved DTV. Am I right in thinking. That these visas have a life span of 5 years. As well as other criteria in obtaining the DTV. Is that I must have 500,000thb in my bank account at the time of application. I am assuming this 5 year life span begins at the first time entering Thailand. And that every 90 days I must leave the country then reenter to start another 90 days . After the first 90 days. in fact there is no need to leave the country, As it can be extended at a immigration centre. What paper work will immigration want to see. And will they want to see 500,000tbh still sitting in my bank account?
TLDR : Answer Summary
The DTV (Digital Nomad Visa) in Thailand is valid for 5 years from the date of issue, not from the first entry into Thailand. Upon entry, holders receive a stamp valid for 180 days. To extend this visa, individuals must prove they still meet the initial criteria, which includes maintaining a minimum bank balance of 500,000 THB. Regular 90-day reports are needed but there is no requirement to leave the country every 90 days; instead, border runs can be used to obtain a new 180-day stamp.
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George’s **********************
ORIGINAL POSTERThank you all for you input. Appreciated…
Heath ********
The 1st 90 days you report where you are living, the reason for leaving at 180 days is a separate report.
George’s **********************
ORIGINAL POSTERUnderstood. Thank you
George’s **********************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Heath *******
ok. I think I have a better understanding now. I would have to report my residence within the 1st 90 days. At 180 days this would be extention of stay..George’s **********************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Heath *******
do I have to have and give a reason for leaving?Reply to
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John **********
To extend a DTV inside Thailand you need to show you still meet the criteria. Easier to do a border run. Every entry gets you stamped in for 180 days
George’s **********************
ORIGINAL POSTER@John *********
Or a nice week in Bali.Reply to
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Andrew ********
Just leave and come back. Go explore. Save yourself the headache.
Greg ********
1) 5 year validity is from date of issue NOT date first entered Thailand 2) You get stamped in for 180 days not 90 3) Extension for 180 days in Thailand you will need to show all your initial qualifying documents inc 500k plus depending on office certain residential papers
George’s **********************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Greg *******
Thank youGeorge’s **********************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Greg *******
Are you saying that on first entry on DTV . I would be stamped for 180 days.Greg ********
@George’s *********************
Yes and every subsequent entry.George’s **********************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Greg *******
Thank you for that. Would you know. On application for DTV. Would I need to show proof of a return flight ticket. I would be applying from Thai Embassy in England, UKGreg ********
@George’s *********************
I think you only need to show all flight booked TO Thailand for the visa. No need to show all return for the EmbassyGeorge’s **********************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Greg *******
Thank you. so a one way ticket should be adequate.Reply to
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Helen ********
Your assumptions are incorrect. The length of time your $$ needs to be banked depends on what embassy you at thru. The 5 year period starts the day the visa is issued. When you enter, you'll get a stamp that is valid to stay for 180 days. You do not have to leave every 90 days... no idea where you came up with that little nugget of wisdom. You do need to file a 90 day report. It's multi entry, you can leave and come back getting another 180 stamp on entry. You can apply for one extension per entry by proving that you still qualify for the visa... basically you need to resubmit all the original documentation including treatment plans, course, proof of remote work, etc, as well as providing proof of finances. Wouldn't normally recommend an agent but in your case getting some assistance might not be a bad idea.
George’s **********************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Helen *******
i guess it would start the day my inbound flight ticket is dated for. Do you know if I would need to show a outbound flight ticket on my application? Are you also saying that if I leave after 90 days. On my return I will be given a 180 day stamp at Thai airport?Helen ********
@George’s *********************
as mentioned your visa effective date starts the date the visa is issued by the embassy not the day you arrive on Thailand. You entry stamp starts the date your arrive. What you need to show for the application process depends on the embassy you apply at. Honestly, not being mean, but you do seem very confused by the visa and how to go about it so I seriously recommend you speak to agent to help you navigate this.George’s **********************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Helen *******
No not confused. it is just nice to be a little clearer on things sometimes. Even if they do not work out how one thinks they will. They will be close enough. Like trying to reach for the stars. But settle on the moon.Reply to
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Greg ********
@Helen *******
Do people not read or understand the visa they are applying for?Helen ********
@Greg *******
I also think there is a lot of 🐂💩 answers in these groups that just add to people's confusion.Helen ********
@Greg *******
yeah based on a lot of the questions in this group, and others, I don't think people have a clue 🤷♀️.Reply to
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Paul *******
@Helen *******
You need to leave every 90 days to avoid filing a 90 day report.Helen ********
@Paul ******
that's not a "need" it's a personal choice. If you have a trip planned sure, but I wouldn't go out of my way to travel just to avoid 15 minutes at immigration.George’s **********************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Helen *******
Yes you are correct….Reply to
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James ********
@Paul ******
why would anyone wish to avoid filing a 90 day report? It's so easy to do.Paul *******
@James *******
It's a hassle and if you're traveling anyway, good reason to avoid doing one.Reply to
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Heath ********
@Paul ******
its only a report to state where you are living, nothing more than that. first time needs to be done in person and then you can file online, you are getting this confused with other reporting.Paul *******
@Heath *******
No, you're the one who's confused. You can send it in via mail as well, no need to go in person.Reply to
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David ***********
@Paul ******
You must be joking. 90 day reports can be filled online after the first visit to immigration. Doing so is much simpler than a border bounce four times per year.George’s **********************
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Sylvia ********
@Paul ******
filing a report take 30 mins & it's free why would one get into hassle of leaving?George’s **********************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Sylvia *******
yes whyGeorge’s **********************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Sylvia *******
Yes why @Paul ******
. Thank youJames ********
@Sylvia *******
correct ✅Reply to
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