What is the best visa option for moving to Hua Hin with two kids in 2026?

DTV (Destination Thailand Visa)

1. Remote Work

*** Foreign talent highly specialized professions such as Scientists, Researchers, Engineers and Corporate Executives

*** Digital nomad/Freelancer such as Blogger, YouTuber, Programmer, Freelance Writers, Photographers and Video Editors

Remote worker employees of foreign companies working in a WFH format such as Accounting Staff, Customer service, Customer support, IT support, Recruiter

*** Criteria for Consideration

Must be granted according to the category of Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)

Financial evidence or proof of financial support for travel or guarantor of at least 500,000 THB can be presented.

Documents Required

*** Application forms (TM.7 )

*** Copy of the passport (Data page, visa and arrival stamp), either one 4×6 cm or 2-inch size photo

*** Financial evidence - Proof of bank account deposit totaling at least 500,000 THB or equivalent, 3 months account statements

*** Financial support for travel, such as a certificate from the company or employer or a guarantee letter of at least 500,000 THB on the application date. (Documents showing the relationship between the guarantor and the applicant, must be provided.)

*** Employment verification documents such as a contract for work abroad that is still in effect on the application date or employment history or previous work.

*** Evidence of residence in the Kingdom such as evidence of rent and payment for a hotel, condominium or house. A copy of the title deed for a house or condominium that the owner has certified.

*** Copy of previous notification of staying over 90 days (TM.47) and Notification of residence of foreigner (TM.30) (if applicable)

2. Other activities (DTV Soft Power):

*** Muay Thai and Martial Arts

*** Culinary Seminars

*** Sports and Training

*** Medical Care, medical treatments

*** Art and Music Performance

Criteria for Consideration:

*** Must be granted according to the category of Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)

Documents Required:

*** Application forms (TM.7)

*** Copy of the passport (Data page, visa and arrival stamp), either one 4×6 cm or 2-inch size photo.

*** Proof of finances totaling at least 500,000 THB or equivalent, account statements for 3 months

*** Financial support for travel, such as a certificate from the company or employer or a guarantee letter of at least 500,000 baht on the application date. (Documents showing the relationship between the guarantor and the applicant, must be provided.)

Certification of activity:

*** Government-supported activities (Soft Power) Certificates and requests for extension of stay from the relevant government authorities.

*** Medical care Medical certificate from a hospital or government medical institute.

*** Government-supported training and seminars Government invitation letter and acceptance letter for participate in the event.

*** Government-supported art and music exhibitions Certificated from THAILAND CONVENTION AND EXHIBITION BUREAU (TCEB).

*** Activity participation photographs.

*** Evidence of residence in the Kingdom such as evidence of rent and payment for a hotel, condominium or house. A copy of the title deed for a house or condominium that the owner has certified.

Copy of previous notification of staying over 90 days (TM.47) and Notification of residence of foreigner (TM.30).

3. Dependents (Spouse and legitimate children under the age of 20 years) of an alien under article 1 or 2

Criteria for Consideration

Must be granted according to the category of Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)

There must be evidence of a relationship

Documents Required:

*** Application forms (TM.7)

*** Copy of the passport (Data page, visa and arrival stamp), either one 4×6 cm or 2-inch size photo.

*** Relationships documents (of Dependents) such as birth-, marriage- and/or adoption certificates

*** Evidence of residence in the Kingdom such as evidence of rent and payment for a hotel, condominium or house. A copy of the title deed for a house or condominium that the owner has certified.

*** Copy of previous notification of staying over 90 days (TM.47) and Notification of residence of foreigner (TM.30 (if applicable)

Remote Work Category

This suits freelancers or remote workers requiring proof like a foreign employment contract, freelance portfolio, or self-employment evidence.

Applicants need 500,000 THB in liquid assets and no immigration violations; dependents (kids under 20) apply separately with birth certificates.

Soft Power

Category Covers cultural/activities like Muay Thai/cooking courses, sports training, medical treatments, or festivals, proven via enrollment letters from organizers. Same financial and age (20+) requirements apply, with family extensions possible for your two kids.