What do I need to know when applying for a DTV in Thailand through the Royal Thai Embassy in London, especially for my partner and children?

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Hi everyone!

Looking for a bit of advice from anyone who’s applied for a DTV recently, particularly through the Royal Thai Embassy in London.

I’m 32, self-employed and a director of a UK limited company. My business partner and I run the business remotely and are considering moving to Thailand with our families next year.

The company was only incorporated in January 2026, so it’s still relatively new, although it’s actively trading and generating a good income. We can provide company documents, bank statements, invoices, proof of income etc. and meet the 500,000 baht financial requirement.

My partner and I have three young children (all under 6). We’re not currently married but are considering getting married before relocating. Ideally, my partner and children would apply as my dependants. Alternatively, we’ve also looked into my partner applying for her own DTV through a Thai cooking course, so would be interested to hear if anyone has experience with that route.

Just wondering a few things:

1. Would the fact that our company is less than a year old cause any issues with getting approved through the London embassy?
2. Has anyone successfully applied with a spouse and multiple young children? Did you need to show an additional 500,000 baht for each dependant, or could you use the same funds?
3. Has anyone had experience getting a DTV through Thai cooking classes? How straightforward was it, and what were the course requirements?
4. Has anyone had any recent issues with approvals or extending their stay beyond the initial 180 days?

We’re initially looking to spend 6–12 months in Thailand and potentially stay longer if we enjoy it, so just trying to understand how realistic it all is before making any big decisions.

Would really appreciate hearing from anyone who’s been through the process recently. Thanks!

Ask Thailand · Answer

The poster is seeking advice on applying for a DTV (Digital Nomad Visa) through the Royal Thai Embassy in London. They are self-employed and plan to relocate to Thailand with their partner and young children. Key questions include concerns about their new business affecting the application, financial requirements for dependents, the possibility of their partner applying through a cooking course, and issues with visa extensions. The responses indicate that marriage is important for dependent status, that financial requirements may apply to children, and they highlight the importance of having a well-documented business.

John ********** · Answer

If not married your partner can't be your dependant so they would need to apply for their own DTV, but why cooking if they also work in the business Workation would be more appropriate or is your business partner someone else?

Even if you get married and she applies as your dependant one or other of you will have to show an additional 500k baht (£12k), whether you also need to show it for the kids will be down to the consulate but I'd be prepared for it. If all the money is in your account you can use sponsorship letters for the others

Siggi ******* · Answer

If your kids are under 15 you do not really need a visa as they are not punished for overstay.  Dtv for cooking class this may be will not really work out and extending inside Thailand too. Dtv Visa holders should travel Minimum 2 times a year instead of an extention. No immigration want to touch the dtv.

Kool ******* · Answer

It helps if your business has been in operation long enough that you've filed income taxes related to it at least once, showing it is a viable business.

Ronny ********* · Answer

1 . If you go in 2027 the required documents of your company are already available                                         2. Depend the individual Thai embassy : Normal for every person 500000 bath; kids also need the payment; but there exemptions as partner or parent or  sponsor guarantees , to ask your embassy                                                                                                                                                                             3.It is possible but lookup the requirements  , being married and your wife as dependent is the easier way                                                                                                                                                           4.Did not hear of any problems for the extension                                                                                                  Check carefully the recent requirements you can only ask the DTV from the country where you are national or official resident or if you apply abroad the embassy must acknowledge your country                                                                                                                                                 You need the right  criminal record certificates (could take up months)                                                 You need a visa application for all your family members (also for the kids)

Scally******* · Answer

I can't answer all you're questions however Thailand will not recognise you both as a couple unless you're married in which case your partner would need their own DTV (soft power/remote worker) visa. As far as I'm aware there is no stated number of child dependents as long as they're under 20 years of age.

What do I need to know when applying for a DTV in Thailand through the Royal Thai Embassy in London, especially for my partner and children?

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