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What are the rules for entering Thailand after being granted a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV)?

Mar 12, 2025
22 days ago
Are there any rules or limitations on what the timeframe is to enter Thailand after having been granted a DTV? We are looking to apply for DTV now but potentially only arrive in thailand in 3-4 months. Many thanks if anyone has any info around this.
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TLDR : Answer Summary
When granted a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV), you have up to 5 years from the date of issuance to enter Thailand. However, it is generally advised by embassies not to apply for the visa more than 3 months in advance of your planned travel date to avoid issues with processing times and to align with entry timelines.
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Henrik *****
Follow the recommendations of most Embassies, not to apply more then 3 months before departure, and many embassies process by departure date, and then you will not get the visa, until 1-2 weeks before departure, so nothing gained by applying longer than the recommended time.
Wannikea *********
This question is asked every single day in the group.
Katja *********
@Wannikea ********
every day you give sarcastic responses. What is the difference?
Wannikea *********
@Katja ********
unlike your toothless dog, I bite and bark when confronted with lazy misguided anonyzombs. MYOFB
Katja *********
@Wannikea ********
they are anonymous because of the spiteful and bitter responses. It affects the atmosphere of the group, reflects badly on ex pats and really is unnecessary as you can just scroll past.
Henrik *****
Being anonymous doesn't change anything to prevent spiteful coments, so that's no reason to be anonymous.
Pete *******
You have 5 years from date of issue to enter Thailand using your DTV.
Tammi *****
@Pete ******
But by then it's already about to expire right? Cos it's validity is from when it was issued, not when you enter.
Maksym ***********
@Tammi ****
expire date will be on your visa. In 5 years
Pete *******
@Tammi ****
correct
Tammi *****
The Embassy recommend not applying until 3 months prior to travel.
Tammi *****
But they might not process your visa until later cos they tend to prioritise earlier travel dates