Just got approved for the DTV (no additional documents requested)
Hi guys,
This group has been super helpful for me to figure out the DTV and getting approved, so I thought I'd help out and list down exactly what I submitted
I applied to the Royal Thai Consulate-General in Chennai, I currently live in Bangalore and arranged for a travel agency to go and submit the demand draft on my behalf, they charged me an extra Rs. 800 ($9) to drop the demand draft to the consulate which I think was a steal cause otherwise, I would've had to go to Chennai or find a friend to do this who was also free on working days (which was tough)
Payment date - 19th Dec
Processing/Pending approval - 19th Dec
Approved - 12th Jan
Here's what I submitted, I'm gonna break this down by the category so its easier for you to understand
* Passport scan copy
* Recent photo
Document indication current location
* Drivers license scanned copy
* Three month accommodation in Bangkok - free cancellation (booking.com)
Financial evidence
* 3 month bank statement (maintaining 500,000+ THB/month) (I had this across multiple bank accounts)
* Proof of tax filings (3 years) - I dont think this is a requirement but I put it there under financial proof
* Invoices from clients
Employment contract or employment certificate/professional portfolio
* GST registration (I don't think this is a requirement but it shows that you're a registered business and it likely helped me)
* Cover letter (explaining profession, purpose of visit, Portfolio Overview) - Brief intro about me and my intention to work remotely from Thailand
Wasn't requested any additional documents and got approved in ~10 working days. Hope this helps :)
P.S. If there's anyone coming to Bangkok to work remotely, hit me up, would love to grab a beer
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The post shares a successful application experience for the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) at the Thai Consulate in Chennai, India. The author details the timeline from payment to approval and lists the documents submitted, including a passport copy, accommodation proof, financial statements, and a cover letter explaining their intent to work remotely. The post also emphasizes the ease of using a travel agency to submit documents.
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