ask
Search
Ask
Answered9 months ago

What documents and cash do I need to bring when entering Thailand with a DTV visa?

THIM and TDAC notice
Need a clearer THIM and TDAC explanation? Read the THIM guide on thim.in.th.
Anonymous *************
asked Jan 16, 2026
3.3k
views
23
replies
3
likes
Hi what do I need to bring with me when entering Thailand for the first time with a DTV?

- 20,000THB in cash

- Copy of the DTV

- Passport

Anything else?
Answer summary
When entering Thailand for the first time with a DTV (Digital Nomad Visa), you should bring the following documents and items: 1. Your passport. 2. A printed copy of your DTV approval letter. 3. Proof of funds, which is usually 20,000 THB in cash (though not always checked). 4. Your accommodation address in Thailand. 5. Fill out the TDAC (Thai Digital Arrival Card) form within 72 hours of your arrival. While some travelers mention that they were not asked to show cash, it's advisable to have it on hand. The DTV approval letter is particularly important as it may be needed during check-in and at immigration.
23 repliesnewest first
15

Click comment and we will ask for your email, then OTP, then name.

Anonymous ******************
Anonymous ******************
Just take the cash in case. You're gonna spend it anyway 😄
Christian *******
Christian *******
Bring the documents you submitted for your particular type of DTV, e.g. work contract for remote work or soft skills course.
John *********
John *********
Just enter your DTV No in the visa box on your online tdac that’s all, when you see the IO he will see all your data on his screen but some like to add some drama by showing this DTV approval in a neat Laminated form 🤦🏻‍♀️
Bao***
Bao***
Officially, you should have:

• Passport

• Printed copy of your DTV approval letter

• Proof of funds (the regulation states 20,000 THB or equivalent may be requested)

• Accommodation address in Thailand (for arrival record)

There is no written requirement to show a return or onward flight for DTV holders, though officers may ask general questions at their discretion.

In practice, many people are not asked for anything beyond passport + visa approval, but it’s safest to have the above ready.
James ********
James ********
Congratulations on getting the DTV visa 👏👏👏

PRINT OUT THE EMAIL THAT HAS YOUR DTV VISA.

That's what you should do... print it out.

You may have to show PROOF of your DTV Visa to airline staff on check-in for your flight ✈️ to Thailand...even to the connecting airline staff. Or to the land border crossing entry Thai Immigration Officer.

Upon arrival into Thailand, show the DTV visa to the Thai Immigration Officer and look at the STAMP placed in your passport to be sure you are STAMPED in for 180 days.
James ********
James ********
James ********
James ********
Jack ********
Jack ********
I didn’t get asked to see the cash when I arrived but I had it just in case. No harm in bringing it with you. Definitely remember the DTAC within 72 hours of arrival.
Ben ********
Ben ********
Yes what you said, plus fill out TDAC and keep boarding pass
James ********
James ********
Wannikea *********
Wannikea *********
Fill out the TDAC arrival form when you have 72 hrs or less before arrival
John ******
John ******
@Wannikea ********
filling out TDAC needs to pay 50$? May I ask what's the point of filling this form bro?
John *********
John *********
@John *****
seriously do some simple research ffs it’s free 🤦🏻‍♀️🤷🏾‍♀️
John ******
John ******
@John ********
seems like there are a lot of websites that charge me for that officially free thing.
Plamen ****************
Plamen ****************
Its free, if you are asked for 50$ you are being scammed
Wannikea *********
Wannikea *********
@John *****
TDAC is free, you're at a scam site. tdac.immigration.go.th
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous ******************
Hey asked me to see cash
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous ******************
20,000THB is for visa exempt, right?

I only brought my passport and a copy of my DTV. I only showed a copy of my DTV from my phone though, even if I had it in paper.
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous participant 409 for all visas. Including non b and non o.
Toni *******
Toni *******
Anonymous participant 409 it applies for tourist visas too

Activity

15 joined
Anonymous *************
Anonymous *************
Anonymous *************
Anonymous *************
Anonymous *************
Anonymous *************
15
people
Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)
...members
Member 1
Member 2
Member 3
Member 4
Member 5
Member 6
Member 7
Member 8

Related

25
How should I fill out the departure date on the TDAC form for my DTV entry into Thailand?
1.1k532mo
What should I know about my first 90-day report at Phuket Immigration?
745742mo
What challenges do expats face when entering Thailand with a DTV visa?
22.1k1613293mo
What documents do I need to re-enter Thailand on a DTV visa?
469414mo
What do I need to know about entering Thailand with a new passport and existing visa?
1.8k6405mo
What documents should I carry when entering Thailand on a DTV visa?
10.6k871276mo
Do I need to show a departure flight when entering Thailand with a DTV?
3.3k26289mo
What was the process like for obtaining a DTV visa at the Thai Embassy in Tokyo?
5933210mo
What was the application process like for the DTV visa in Jakarta?
762341y
What should I prepare for my dtv visa interview in Vientiane?
566211y
What do I need to bring for my first entry to Thailand with a DTV Visa?
3.2k20281y
What do I need to bring for my first entry into Thailand with a DTV visa?
921571y
What documents are accepted as proof of 500k baht for the DTV visa at the Sydney Thai consulate?
1.8k16101y
Do I need notarized translations for DTV visa documents if my native language is not English?
838551y
What do I need to know about entering Thailand with a DTV visa?
1.2k7111y
How long do I have to upload the requested documentation for my DTV visa application?
453131y
How can I apply for a DTV in Thailand and what are the steps for dependents?
8413102y
Do I need to show proof of funds when re-entering Thailand on a DTV visa?
2.1k12142y
Can I buy a car in Thailand with a DTV visa, and what documents do I need?
3.9k25162y
What should I present to immigration when entering Thailand with a DTV Visa?
774292y
What was the process of getting a DTV visa from Australia, and what documents were required?
1.1k2122y
Do I need to submit my business registration and tax ID when applying for a visa as a self-employed person in Ho Chi Minh?
609212y
Do I need to provide any documentation upon re-entering Thailand with my DTV visa?
1.7k1192y
What are the document requirements and experiences for applying for a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand from the Netherlands?
9.5k691152y
What are the requirements and process for submitting a DTV visa application through the Thai Embassy in Chicago?
5.9k271042y

Resources

Need help with your Thailand arrival paperwork?