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What is the easiest way to apply for a DTV visa in Thailand as a retiree?

DTV Visa Thailand Visa Rules Muay Thai Classes Cooking School Immigration Expat Advice

Saeed *********

asked May 2, 2026

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hello guys can anyone guide me whats the best easilest way to get dtv visa if im kinda retired i mean im not a freelancer or remote worker but i heard if i sign up for a thai cooking school or muay thai classes or thai language school i will be able to apply is that true ? and for how long we must pay upfront to these schools in this case ? and if technically let say as some said we dont need to pay or give more than a month upfront just in case we were rejected then how come we will have right to stay 5 years and will it be possible to do border run every 6 month or we must fly out of thailand every 180 days ? thnx alot .cheers

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The easiest way to obtain a DTV visa in Thailand for someone who is retired is to enroll in a qualifying program such as Muay Thai or Thai cooking classes, rather than a Thai language school. Typically, one needs to sign up for and pay for a course that lasts a minimum of 6 months to demonstrate commitment to ongoing education. This generally costs between 20,000 and 40,000 baht. Upon enrolling, one can extend their stay by performing a border run every 180 days, as long as they can show proof of continued enrollment when applying at immigration.

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Alex ****

SOFT POWER Thai Cooking because, if the Thai embassy uses logic the retired fight Muya Thai cannot believe less of the chance to be approved;)

6 months ago

Marc ********

Alex Ni you can do muay thai only training for fitness not fighting

6 months ago

Alex ****

@Marc *******

Anyways, it seems to feel less trustworthy because Thai people often think in stereotypes.

6 months ago

Marc ********

Alex Ni hard to determine what Thai people think or what the logic is

6 months ago

Elías ********

If you're kindda retired, why don't you get a retirement visa?

6 months ago

GrayWal********

You pay a minimum 6-9 month course between 20.000-40.000 baht

6 months ago

Andi ***********

You can get a DTV via Muay Thai or cooking. You should book a 6mths plus course and show intention to continue your course when it ends. You can do a border bounce around every 180 days to extend your stay. Applying at immigration requires showing continued enrolment in a course.

6 months ago

Greg ********

Cooking or Muay Thai qualify but not language. Currently it is looking like you need a 6 month course booked and paid for.

6 months ago