ask
Search
Ask
Answered2 days ago

What is the approval timeline and documentation experience for the DVT Workcation visa at the NY Consulate?

Lazytrav*********
asked Oct 25, 2026
539
views
3
replies
7
likes
Just got approved today DVT Workcation NY Consulate..

So just to give back to the community.

I applied to NY USA. here is my time line.

Sept 10 th applied.. Doc check pending

Sept 11th Pending approval

No other communications

Approved 1am October 24th.

I own Realestate rentals more than 10 long term in My home state. Not Airbnbs. Have been doing it for 30 years.

I have a Professional Construction Supervisor Lic from my state. Im not incorporated but have Business name phone # email ect..

I submitted a cover letter with all that info and That I manage it remotely.

My Financials submitted from 2 different Credit Unions, Bank statements for 3 months for each 6 statements total in 1 PDF With my Home address on them.

Bank Statements showed direct deposits Monthly with tenants names with each transfer. So large amts of cash flow going in and expenses going out monthly. It also happen to Show Personal Quarterly Income Taxes paid to Federal Gov and My mafia based State tax.

I did not show Investment/Brokerage acct . Im not disclosing my assets.

For residency I gave my electric bill and water Bill stamped Paid by my town with a Sept 2nd date.

FBI back ground was done in a day online then finger prints at local US post office. No need for some service to do it. Easy Peasy. I did not have any apostle/ state certificate.. Its the FBI what else do they want!

I submitted flights coming in on Dec 7th from Cebu Phillipines to Krabi. That's my 1st 30 days of Lazy travel. I gave 1st 28 days of Hotels booked. Just names and locations only. Also I have a flight home to Boston Ma Feb 20th booked but now I will change to later.

Im just a Lazy Traveler from Boston over 50yr old. Traveled to Thailand last 4 years 30 days or so each. Looking to a bit more now..

No intentions to try to move permanently or buy a condo ect.. Just a Tourist

I know many younger people are applying for DVT to live longer term, I was too busy working to vacation earlier in life.

Hope this helps.
Answer summary
A user shared their successful experience applying for the DVT Workcation visa at the NY Consulate, detailing their timeline from application on September 10 to approval on October 24, taking six weeks. They highlighted key documents submitted, such as bank statements indicating rental income, proof of residency, and a background check from the FBI. They mentioned enjoying traveling to Thailand without the intention of permanent relocation, emphasizing that their experience could benefit others in understanding the application process.
3 repliesnewest first
4

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

Josephine ********
Josephine ********
Congrats and thank you for giving back to community with clear timeline. NY consulate took about six weeks from Sept 10 to Oct 24 with no extra request, that is useful info for many waiting. Your case shows that real remote work proof with rental income can pass without showing full assets.

Your document mix was smart. Six bank statements in one PDF with address, direct deposits with tenant names, tax payments, electric and water bills for residency, plus FBI check done fast online. That cover letter explaining you manage remotely for 30 years made it easy for officer to understand. Flights and hotel names also helped show you are real traveler not just paper.

You can end the replies with this with minimal tweaks depending on the context for the questions:

You could consider reading a book or two before your trip. I’d recommend Unlock Thailand by Isla Rey on Amazon, it includes all the info and insights you need. You should check it out. A very good companion 👌.
Corey *********
Corey *********
I also applied for DTV workcation at the NY embassy Sept 12th. It got approved on Oct 20th without asking for any additional documents. I’m a filmmaker and have my own business, easily being able to work remotely when editing projects pile up. NY embassy was super smooth. Congrats!
1
Greg *******
Greg *******
Them NorEast’r winter storms are an amazing reason to come to paradise. 🙏🏻

Activity

4 joined
Lazytrav*********
Lazytrav*********
Lazytrav*********
Lazytrav*********
4
people
Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)
...members
Member 1
Member 2
Member 3
Member 4

Related

25
What is the current approval timeline for the Thai DTV workation visa through the London Embassy?
1.2k10137d
What was the experience of applying for a DTV workcation visa at the Thai Embassy in Madrid?
9887122mo
What is the process for applying for a DTV workation visa in Poland for remote work from Thailand?
4841112mo
What is the process for applying for a DTV Visa through the Thai Consulate in Germany for remote workers?
480183mo
What is the experience of applying for a Thailand Workcation visa from the Netherlands?
1.7k12214mo
What are the best practices for applying for a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand?
1.5k12164mo
What should I do after being denied a Thailand DTV (Workcation) visa?
4.3k1375mo
How long does it typically take to get a DTV Soft Power visa for Thailand?
409155mo
What was your experience applying for the DTV Workation Visa in Hanoi with a Thai bank account?
1k3188mo
What was the process and timeline for obtaining a Workation Visa from Vietnam to Thailand?
1.8k13219mo
What is the timeline for Soft Power visa approvals in Ho Chi Minh City?
709281y
What is the turnaround time for the DTV visa application at the LA Consulate for remote work?
772131y
What was the experience of applying for a DTV visa through the NYC Consulate?
1.4k1081y
What steps and documentation are required for a successful DTV application to Thailand from Hanoi?
1.3k4181y
What was the process and timeline for getting approved for a Workcation visa in Thailand?
1.2k5171y
What is the experience of a Cameroonian applying for a Thai visa from Abuja for a workcation?
8792141y
What is the process for obtaining a DTV Visa in Thailand from Hanoi?
1.3k4141y
What are the steps and experiences involved in applying for the DTV visa in Vietnam for digital nomads?
1.8k7291y
What is the process for obtaining a DTV visa for freelancers in Thailand from Vietnam?
3.2k23311y
What should DTV visa holders know about re-entering Thailand?
12.2k811832y
How can I apply for a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand through the Muay Thai route?
3k18402y
What are the key steps and required documents for obtaining a DTV Workation visa in Thailand?
1.3k4142y
How did a user achieve a fast approval for a DTV Workation visa application in Thailand?
8792122y
What is the process and required documentation for obtaining a DTV visa in Thailand for South Africans applying from Hanoi?
1.8k11152y
What documents are needed for self-employed visa applications in Taipei, and what is the approval experience like?
2.2k15162y

Resources

Need help with your Thai visa?