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What challenges might a Swedish programmer face when applying for a DTV to return to Thailand after a history of visa runs and overstays?

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Aug 2, 2025

a day ago

Anonymous *************

ORIGINAL POSTER

Hi all,

Looking at getting a DTV and returning to Thailand, but I keep hearing immigration is getting stricter.

Currently in Vietnam, Swedish citizen, programmer, have the required finances.

Just left a startup, now between jobs (own a  consultancy company, but no invoices for the past year). Multiple visa runs, tourist extensions, one-day overstay. Last entry immigration told me I won’t get in again without a DTV.

Should I expect issues with my background? Anything I should prep for?

Thanks!

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TLDR : Answer Summary

A Swedish programmer currently in Vietnam is seeking to return to Thailand and is concerned about stricter immigration rules due to prior visa runs, tourist extensions, and a one-day overstay. They have the necessary finances but lack invoices for the past year since leaving a startup, and were advised by immigration to obtain a DTV (Digital Nomad Visa). Community comments suggest that the DTV is suitable for individuals in their situation, noting that the applicant's past immigration issues may not significantly affect the DTV application if they can demonstrate financial stability.

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Dan ********

Mine was a start up. I applied in Australia. I just made sure there was a lot more than the minimum 500,000 baht.

a day ago

Anonymous ******************

@Dan *******

same, I can show dev software working(github), but no invoices, but a lot of money bank/broker, I hope I will be fine

a day ago

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Wannikea *********

Your past is virtually a non issue once you get the DTV, both as far as the MFA is concerned as well as immigration when you arrive.

a day ago

Johan ********

Hur länge kunde du vara kvar och enbart göra Visa runs och visa extensions innan immigration bad dig att skaffa ett DTV till nästa gång ?

a day ago

James ********

@Johan *******

possibly two times with an extension each time, if you are lucky. Thai Immigration is cracking down on those who are using the visa exempt entry, tourist visas and extensions to live in Thailand.

a day ago

Johan ********

@James *******

Yes, we've heard that they're starting to get tougher on people who repeatedly do visa exemptions. But that they would deny entry to people who come with tourist visas issued in their home country is not something I've heard about in any group anyway.

a day ago

Anonymous *************

ORIGINAL POSTER

Ah sorry for the confusion. Three visa exemptions with one extension in my case, no tourist visas

a day ago

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Zou ********

Hey guys this visa is designed for people like you so be confident. At immigration they can ask anything they want and you just have to show them that you don’t work illegally and you have money to enjoy your life here

a day ago

Debra *********

@Zou *******

I’m looking forward to mine going well. It will be my first time coming to Thailand, I’m applying for the Non-immigration retirement visa. I have the required monthly income and probably put 30,000 in my checking account there once I can open it.

Any advice would greatly be appreciative. Thanks

a day ago

Zou ********

@Debra ********

so you just gather all documents and prepare for your application or get an agent to do the job for you it’s your choice. It’s Thailand money talks

a day ago

Debra *********

@Zou *******

Thx a bunch Zou appreciate your support! I did my own residency for #curacao and I want to do this one but will reach out for legal help if I need it.

a day ago

Zou ********

@Debra ********

u can ib me if u want , I will answer when I have time

a day ago

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Zou ********

James ********

@Zou *******

pardon me, but that is not how it is happening in today's Thailand. Get the correct Thai Visa for your planned visit or stay in Thailand.

a day ago

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James ********

Greg ********

Some Embassies have issued a DTV to brand new startup/freelancer while others want a record. Look for those that haven't approved as new freelancers. I think there was one posted just this week.

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Greg ********

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