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What is the process and success rate for extending a DTV visa in Bangkok immigration offices?
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Mar 19, 2026
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Jord ******
ORIGINAL POSTERDTV Extension
What’s everybody’s experience with extending the DTV visa in any of the Bangkok immigration offices? I understand the 500k needs to be in a bank account for 30 days +
And your paperwork basically needs updating to the reverent dates?
I know there’s quite a lot of mixed reports on the success of the extensions , wondering what people’s experience are before I make any decisions.
(People doing border runs to reset the 180 days of your DTV entry… are you returning to Thailand the same day or??)
Any genuine experience or information would be appreciated 👍
What’s everybody’s experience with extending the DTV visa in any of the Bangkok immigration offices? I understand the 500k needs to be in a bank account for 30 days +
And your paperwork basically needs updating to the reverent dates?
I know there’s quite a lot of mixed reports on the success of the extensions , wondering what people’s experience are before I make any decisions.
(People doing border runs to reset the 180 days of your DTV entry… are you returning to Thailand the same day or??)
Any genuine experience or information would be appreciated 👍
TLDR : Answer Summary
The post discusses the process and experiences involved in extending a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) at immigration offices in Bangkok. Many users share their opinions on the complexities and challenges of getting the extension approved, emphasizing that success rates are low and suggesting that border runs are a more reliable alternative. Users highlight requirements including maintaining a minimum of 500,000 baht in a bank account for at least 30 days, and updating necessary paperwork. Comments suggest that while some have had hassle-free experiences, many have encountered difficulties, indicating a mix of outcomes. There's also a debate about borders runs, with suggestions on how to conduct them efficiently.
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Last month, I extended my DTV (workcation) without any form of hassle.
It's done the same day. Did mine in less than 4 hours (mainly waiting my turn).
Just go with the documents listed on the Bangkok immigration website + 1 4x4 picture + TDAC + lease agreement+ TM30 + previous TM47.
They will give you a number then you wait for your turn.
When you are called, they will ask you to show them:
- the sentence in your contract which clearly states that you are allowed to work online AND outside of your country ;
- a 01-month bank statement with at least 500K baht.
That's it. After that, you pay 1900 bahts, they take your picture and you wait a few minutes, the time for them to stamp your passport.
Easy peasy!
It's done the same day. Did mine in less than 4 hours (mainly waiting my turn).
Just go with the documents listed on the Bangkok immigration website + 1 4x4 picture + TDAC + lease agreement+ TM30 + previous TM47.
They will give you a number then you wait for your turn.
When you are called, they will ask you to show them:
- the sentence in your contract which clearly states that you are allowed to work online AND outside of your country ;
- a 01-month bank statement with at least 500K baht.
That's it. After that, you pay 1900 bahts, they take your picture and you wait a few minutes, the time for them to stamp your passport.
Easy peasy!
Brandon ************
SilverCarrot2981 you didn't mention the most important part, which immigration office. You mentioned Bangkok immigration website requirements, but not if you actually extended in Bangkok.
And was your bank statement foreign or Thai?
And was your bank statement foreign or Thai?
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Myat *****
Just go to Laos or Malaysia or somewhere/ anywhere , sleep for one/two night(s) and come back!
Eric ***********
For myself, I have a business that requires me to visit the operations site (in China) about once every 4-5 weeks. So I have never done a same-day return; I usually am outside of Thailand for about a week. I've not had any issues at all entering Thailand, with the DTV visa. This may be not helpful, but is another data point on experience with DTV.
ConfidentR***********
IO is a pain always is and just about money 💰 I always go on a holiday for 5 days break and fly back in never any issues, I was just asked to show have funds in my bank account to continue and past immigration stamped back in
Ruud **********
I think you must proof you have 500.000 baht on your home account
Ant ***********
DTV needs to be applied for outside Thailand and wherever you apply you need to remain there until it’s been approved
There is various DTV specific groups on FB
DTV also Requires checking in with immigration every 90 days
For your 180 day exiting of Thailand
Depending on where you are in Thailand you can still get a border run done and back in one day .
There is various DTV specific groups on FB
DTV also Requires checking in with immigration every 90 days
For your 180 day exiting of Thailand
Depending on where you are in Thailand you can still get a border run done and back in one day .
Jord ******
ORIGINAL POSTERI already have my DTV visa, approved by the Thai embassy in London. I already have filed my 90 day report.
I live in Bangkok so reckon I’ll jsut to fly KL from here
I live in Bangkok so reckon I’ll jsut to fly KL from here
Rock ********
Jord Reep check flights to Penang and Vietnam they're sometimes less expensive than KL .
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James **********
the visa requires you to leave Thailand, you only need to do a border bounce then back the same day, some one posted only a few hours about that they got refused in Phangan.... and had to goto the border.
the dtv is a easy way to stay long term, why cant people just follow the rules, its once every 6 months.
the dtv is a easy way to stay long term, why cant people just follow the rules, its once every 6 months.
Andy **********
James Mitchell The rules and law say it can be extended.
Here is an official Thai government employee explaining it, including the extension.
Here is an official Thai government employee explaining it, including the extension.
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Jord ******
ORIGINAL POSTERActually it doesn’t, it clearly states it is possible for 1 extension per year.
I’ve followed every rule in regards to every visa I’ve had whilst living in Thailand. Do you want to come and check my passport and bank account?😭😆
I’ve followed every rule in regards to every visa I’ve had whilst living in Thailand. Do you want to come and check my passport and bank account?😭😆
James **********
Jord Reep most I know that got the DTV are blagging it, so they should be happy to only have to go to the border once every 6 months, For a 5 year visa
Jord ******
ORIGINAL POSTERBut you don’t know me? So why are you making assumptions about me based of whatever dossers you obviously knock around with?
James **********
Jord Reep i was making a general comment, not to you personally. There was already a post this morning where a woman was pissed that she got refused at phangan immigration and was told to goto the border.
Jord ******
ORIGINAL POSTERBut you’re just spouting nonsense? I could make a general comment that there’s an abundance of weird expats like yourself who are so desperate to add their 2 pence to every post they come across on Facebook? You didn’t add your experience.. you didn’t add any factual information… 😆
Andy **********
James Mitchell I think that is a salient point. If it was kept for real remote workers, then an extension should be straightforward but as ever, 99% of DTV applicants will be the great unwashed living on rice and water and handouts from mummy and daddy and pretending to to language and Muay Thai classes just the same as they pretended to do under the old visa system.
Jord ******
ORIGINAL POSTERYeah the Muay Thai / influencer crap definitely discredits the DTV as a whole. And I think a lot of people probably used faked documents for the 500k also..
It’s a shame to be honest as I feel that’s making the extension much more difficult for genuine remote workers like myself
It’s a shame to be honest as I feel that’s making the extension much more difficult for genuine remote workers like myself
Siggi *******
Jord Reep why do you want to do an extension? You are are not s digital nomad, you try to be a resident. Digital normads moving during a year to different places. And get another job if you can't travel and get short holiday twice or 3 times a year
Jord ******
ORIGINAL POSTERRespectfully… shut up👍 why would I want an extension? Maybe because I’m entitled to one you fucking bellend.
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John **********
Very few successfully get an extension of stay for a DTV and it's a fair bit of pain. Basically you apply using all the same documents you supplied previously but updated to the present time. The vast majority just do a border run
Jord ******
ORIGINAL POSTERAnd are the majority returning the same day mate? I know with visa exemptions same day returns are now not allowed… if DTV holders are returning the same day and getting the stamp I’m thinking that might the easiest?
John **********
@Jord *****
yes, plenty just turn round and return, maybe have a spot of lunch or somethingJord ******
ORIGINAL POSTEROkay sweet, reckon I’m flying back to KL then by the sounds of things😆 thank you for your help mate
Peter *********
Jord Reep Make a bit of a trip of it...
Jord ******
ORIGINAL POSTERWish I had the time to mate!
Andi ***********
Jord Reep KL is a popular border hop for DTVERS...it is very easy.
Jord ******
ORIGINAL POSTERThanks mate, appreciate it
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Vladimir **********
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498-c6cf9df3-b828Jord ******
ORIGINAL POSTERI can meet the requirements, just there’s a lot of feedback of people being sent back and forwards with no real clarity to the immigration office.
Plus to pull 11k back out my investments to store in a bank account for a month is a real pain! I’m not prepared to lose the gains id make on that liquidity to jsut be denied an extension without any clear reason why
Plus to pull 11k back out my investments to store in a bank account for a month is a real pain! I’m not prepared to lose the gains id make on that liquidity to jsut be denied an extension without any clear reason why
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Potpon******
It’s 99.85% not going to happen in an immigration office
The I/O’s will even say just leave come back so much easier
But hey….you might be the anomaly that gets it through in a seamless process
You can do a same day border bounce..but if your passport needs visa to enter the country you’re doing a border bounce in….only you can justify the price to yourself for a 1-4 hour visit to that country
So go do you
Good luck
The I/O’s will even say just leave come back so much easier
But hey….you might be the anomaly that gets it through in a seamless process
You can do a same day border bounce..but if your passport needs visa to enter the country you’re doing a border bounce in….only you can justify the price to yourself for a 1-4 hour visit to that country
So go do you
Good luck
Andy **********
Potpong_Life You have no substance to make a claim that 99.85% it cannot be done.
Yes, legally it should be straightforward and yes, there is some evidence that some people have had and issue but 99.85% of "evidence" is just made up shit from people on Facebook with zero real world experience.
Yes, legally it should be straightforward and yes, there is some evidence that some people have had and issue but 99.85% of "evidence" is just made up shit from people on Facebook with zero real world experience.
Potpon******
Andy Johnston I’ll never say 100% because that would be a crazy number
But yes 99.85% is a great taking piece number
Just like you…you talked about it because it triggers you
But yes 99.85% is a great taking piece number
Just like you…you talked about it because it triggers you
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Jord ******
ORIGINAL POSTERI’m a Brit, we can get into Malaysia no problem jsut fill in the arrival card.
Reckon that might be my best bet pal!
Reckon that might be my best bet pal!
Potpon******
Jord Reep AirAsia is still cheap
Do it before jet fuel goes up raising tickets across the board
Good luck
Do it before jet fuel goes up raising tickets across the board
Good luck
Jord ******
ORIGINAL POSTERVery good point! You know what I think I might just get booked now for peace of mind, thank you mate! Appreciate ur advice
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