My DTV Visa Experience (Approved in 3 Days – No Agent, No Hassle)
Hi everyone, I wanted to share my experience getting the Digital Nomad/Remote Worker (DTV) visa — especially for anyone feeling overwhelmed or confused. This group was a huge help while I was applying, so here’s a full breakdown of what worked for me (even when I went against some common advice).
Application Timeline:
• Applied online: April 7th
• Re-submitted extra documents: April 8th
• Visa approved: April 10th
• Visa type: 5-Year Digital Nomad (DTV)
• No agent used — I did everything myself online
A Few Key Things That Worked for Me:
• I stayed in Da Nang while waiting but selected Hanoi as my immigration office. I’d read this could be an issue, but it wasn’t — the visa was approved without a problem.
• I wouldn’t book two weeks of accommodation next time… the process was much faster than expected!
Payment Problems (and the Fix):
The system kept failing during the payment stage — it would freeze or just load endlessly. Even when my banking app sent me a confirmation notification, the payment still didn’t go through.
Solution: I turned off my VPN, and it worked immediately. Worth trying if you’re stuck.
Uploading Documents:
The system only allows one file, so I had to combine documents (like payslips and bank statements) into a single PDF.
When you preview the uploaded file, it only shows the first page, which made me panic — but the full upload was there.
Documents I Provided:
• A work contract showing my salary and remote status
• A letter from the company director confirming my job is fully remote
• One month of bank statements at first (despite hearing you need two)
I’d read two months were required, but I only uploaded March — and it was accepted. The funds had been transferred in February but weren’t shown initially.
Extra Info Requested:
The next morning, I received an email asking for:
• Payslips (no number specified)
• Company registration documents (needed to be provided by the employer)
So I uploaded a new PDF with:
• Two months of payslips (not a huge amount — around £2,000 across both months, which didn’t match the salary listed in my contract, but it didn’t seem to matter)
• Company registration document
My Cover Letter (for reference):
“I am writing to confirm that [applicant name] is employed as a Project Manager on a fully remote basis. Their role includes managing product development projects, coordinating with suppliers, and identifying and engaging with prospective distributors worldwide. All responsibilities are carried out entirely remotely, with no obligation to attend any physical office premises.”
(That was it. Short and clear.)
Final Thoughts:
• The process was completely online, and I never had to go into an immigration office.
• No interviews, no calls, no drama — just a bit of document combining and some patience.
• I wouldn’t worry if your documents aren’t perfect or your bank statement doesn’t show a huge amount or if you need to transfer the money the month before… — mine didn’t match up exactly, and it still worked.
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Key Tips:
• Turn off your VPN if the payment portal is glitching.
• Combine your documents into one PDF for uploading.
• Don’t panic if the preview only shows the first page — it’s normal.
• Even if you hear “you must do XYZ” — your case might still be fine. Trust the process.
Hope this helps someone out there — feel free to ask if you’ve got questions!
TLDR : Answer Summary
This post outlines a detailed personal experience of obtaining Thailand's Digital Nomad/Remote Worker (DTV) visa, which was approved in just three days without using an agent. Key points include the application timeline, issues faced during payment processing that were resolved by turning off the VPN, and how to combine documents for submission. The applicant shares insights on document requirements, including bank statements and payslips, and reassures others that the process is straightforward, highlighting that even with minor discrepancies in documentation, approval can still be achieved.
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