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What is the process for obtaining a DTV eVISA in Thailand?

May 17, 2025
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I just got my DTV eVISA approved and sent to my email (PDF). Valid from 17/05/2025 to 16/05/2030!!!

Process:

1. Applied 29th apr 2025

2. Docs check 30th apr 2025

3. Additional proof requested 2nd may 2025

4. Pending approval 13th may 2025

5. Approved 17th may 2025
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The user received their DTV eVISA, valid for five years, after a documented five-step process that included additional proof requests. The main requirements included evidence of financial stability, professional activities, and proof of residence. Discussions among commenters addressed the ease of application, the necessity of applying online, and shared personal experiences with the visa process, including the types of documents required.
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Jaime **********
Is this a work visa?
Kayama *******
Denys ********
What additional proof they requested from you?
@Jose **********************
Jose ***********************
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@Denys *******
Requested Documents:

1. Biodata page of your passport

2. Official bank statement issued directly by your bank (via official website or physical branch).

Must include: your full name as account holder, transaction history, and most updated balance.

Note: Screenshots are not accepted.

3. Proof of current location in Spain. Examples include: electricity bill, municipal registration certificate (padrón), or rental agreement under your name.

4. Proof of last 3 self-employment payments (autónomo). Official receipts or confirmations of your last three freelance/self-employed tax or social security contributions.

5. Concise overview of your professional activities in Thailand. A short explanation of my business or professional engagements during my stay in Thailand.

Include how I will generate income while residing there.

6. Concrete evidence of my job. Documents that demonstrate and verify your professional status (portfolio, client list, contracts, content, etc.).

Documents and Information I Submitted:

A clear scan of the passport biodata page (without glare).

An official bank certificate signed by the branch director confirming that my average balance since I opened my account in 2007 has always been above 13K euros

A document proving current location in Spain (Title of a property I own in Spain of which I am the sole owner)

Proof of the last 3 self-employment payments to social security office in Spain.

A concise explanation of my professional activities in Thailand, including how I plan to generate income.

A PDF summary with links to various platforms where my work is featured:

LinkedIn profile

Podcasts

Google search results

Amazon author page

Other relevant online sources confirming my professional background as an international speaker, writer, and leadership expert.

A professional portfolio in PDF format that included:

Visual proof of my work

List of clients

Overview of services

Testimonials and references
Raven ********
Do they want the full 13k in your account or just show that you would make 13k or more for the year?
Jose ***********************
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@Raven *******
they want to see, either 13K Euro or more on official statement as average balance for the past 3 months, or annual earnings of 80K, or +40K euros per annum x 2 years in a row. In my case, I asked my bank for a certificate showing my balance has always been above 13K since I opened the account with them in 2007.
Tommi *******
Hope its legit...reputable agency says they are revoking alot of them.
Josh ********
Congratulations. The Thai freak when they see these. Have fun!
Cathy *********
Awesome
Patrick ********
Vous nous dites pas quel sont les documents nécessaires.
Jose ***********************
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@Patrick *******
each embassy may require different docs to proof different circunstances.In my case: recent pic without glasses, official certificate showing 3 past months of self-employed taxes paid, portfolio of services (I sent them a single word doc with a lost of URL to my webs, my books, my podcasts, my online academy, my conferences, interviews, etc.; bank certificate showing my balance has been always above 13K € since I opened my account bank in 2007 (signed by branch director) and proof of fix residence in Spain at the moment I applied. Plus, of course, pic of my passport.
Patrick ********
Angel ********
Enhorabuena, nosotros obtuvimos la nuestra en enero, pero a través de una agencia "como estudiantes" de Muay Thai y curso de cocina 👌🏻🙏🏻
Jose ***********************
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@Angel *******
enhorabuena! A disfrutarla
Jose ***********************
ORIGINAL POSTER
Thank you 😊❤️
Vonn ********
Congratulations
Ho ******
Which documents did you provide?
Jose ***********************
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@Ho *****
many. From financial statements (certificate from my bank saying that I mantain an average balance of X for the past 3 months), to portfolio of services, websites, podcasts, customer references, etc... showing my activity as a keynote speaker and writer... certificate from Spanish ministry of labour my last 3 months of self-employed taxes fully paid, to proof of residence in Spain (property of my own).
Natalie ***********
Congrats 🥰
Matthew *********
Who taxes you now? I’m considering doing - did you have to supply tax returns to get the DTV?
Jose ***********************
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@Matthew ********
my case is complex as I got Business in LATAM and Europe, my tax residence for 2025 will continue to be Spain (I did not manage to spend more than 183 days anywhere else this year). My advice: talk to international tax experts
Jeremy ********
It’s now live so everyday you’re not in Thailand you’re losing days
Jose ***********************
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@Jeremy *******
i travel regularly so will not spend more than 180 days in a row in Thailand anyway... I want to make Thailand home and do not have to worry about leaving the country or ask for extensions every 60 days
Ange ********
You are a resident of Spain or on a tourist visa?
Jose ***********************
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@Ange *******
resident of Spain when I applied.
Liza *****
Congratz
Eliza **********
Muy bien 😍
Stephanie *******
Congratulations!!! 👏 Thanks for sharing!
David ********
Congratulations 🎊
Kev ********
€300+vd / 5 year, who your agent………………
Kev ********
Jose ***********************
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Jose ***********************
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@Kev *******
no agent. I applied by myself
Kev ********
@Jose **********************
Como Stas amigo. Sorry, I thought I was in the Vietnam site. Adios.
Godson **********
Congratulations 👏🎉
Ralph *******
Which insurance you have taken?
Lynnette *******
@Ralph ******
don't think they need specific insurance.
Jose ***********************
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@Lynnette ******
the embassy did not ask for it though.
Ralph *******
@Jose **********************
then my Info was wrong, I thought it is needed in the process for DTV, I also want to apply for the visa, but need it in Dezember this year
Jose ***********************
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@Ralph ******
apply between 4 and 5 weeks before traveling. Don't apply any earlier, as they won't touch it
Jose ***********************
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Shawnie **********
Congratulations
Eros ******
Congrats 🎉
Kommaly ********
So, is this considered a working visa? You are planning to work remotely from your country and living in Thailand for 5 years? How long is the limit to stay in Thailand?
Alastair ********************
@Kommaly *******
Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) is categorized as a special type of tourist visa.

While it permits long-term stays of up to 180 days per entry (with the possibility of a one-time extension per stay) and allows multiple entries over its five-year validity, it does not authorize holders to work for Thai companies or obtain a Thai work permit.

This means DTV holders can work remotely for foreign employers or as freelancers with international clients but are prohibited from engaging in employment within Thailand.
Dan *******
@Kommaly *******
look up DTV visa on google. It answers all your questions
Jose ***********************
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@Kommaly *******
yes, visa for digital nomad. 5 year max stay with renewals every 180 days
Max ***********
@Jose **********************
take note that after 90 days you have to inform personally at immigration and every other 90 days can do it online. As I understand same documents and confirmation of your address will be required.
Dariusz *****
@Max **********
I believe the first 90 day report needs to be in person. After that can be done online. Online 90 day reporting is just a simple form with input fields for basic info. No uploads of any documents are required when renewing online. Done it numerous times
Kommaly ********
@Jose **********************
interesting, since I am also working remotely. My another concern is the internet connection. Do you get good connection every where? Also, how do you get your connection?
Bruce *******
@Kommaly *******
Internet is awesome connect to House😎🫡 Fiber network 👍🏻✌🏼
Jose ***********************
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@Kommaly *******
in most major cities in Thailand Internet should not be a problem. I am talking Chiang Mai, Phuket, Bangkok, Pattaya, Udon Thani, Hua Hin. Maybe in some Islands the infraestructures are less developed, but in general, you will be fine
Mark ********
@Jose **********************
I live in North eastern Thailand, in the middle of nowhere, and they have fiber optic internet. I had run regular cable through my house, when we built it, and when True showed up they said here’s the fiber optic for your modems.

Thailand has better internet than the USA.
Jose ***********************
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Kommaly ********
@Jose **********************
thanks for sharing
Jung ***************
Thanks for sharing and congrats!
Juliette *******
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Kay *******
Thank you for sharing👍
Connor **********
Excellent
Pornchanida *************
Congratulations

Did you do by your self or agent did it ?
Jose ***********************
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Jose ***********************
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@Pornchanida ************
I applied by myself. No agency. Very easy process
Tee *****
@Jose **********************
could you give a quick rundown of the process, please?
Pornchanida *************
@Jose **********************
good ,easy thank you to promote foreigner

Knows this option
LaShanda **********
Congrats!!
Hugh *********
Congratulations to you. What additional proof was requested?
Jose ***********************
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@Hugh ********
portfolio of services as freelance, certificate from the bank showing account is on my name and average balance is above 15.000€ for past 3 months, proof of address in Spain.
Oussama *******
@Jose **********************
can you please expand on the portfolio of freelance? Like what kind of documents or proof did they as for?
Jose ***********************
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@Oussama ******
i created a word doc with the URL to my sites
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plus my LinkedIn profile, my portfolio of services and many podcasts, interviews, articles, etc...
Oussama *******
@Jose **********************
oh wow this simple! Great. Thanks for explaining 🙏
Hugh *********
@Jose ******
thanks 👍
Trevor ******
Did you apply online or at an embassy
Mathias ******
@Trevor *****
You ONLY can apply online !!
Bob **********
@Mathias *****
you have to pay in person in Laos I believe
Mike ******
@Mathias *****
I applied online but did everything else at embassy in Laos
Jose ***********************
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Tapsa *********
👏👏👏
Noie ******
how long it take ?

how much ?
Bob **********
@Noie *****
6 months and 27 days ???
Gordon *******
@Noie *****
can you not read
Jose ***********************
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@Noie *****
I just paid the 300€ tax. It took 20 days
Leo *****
@Jose **********************
from Spain you apply
Lucas **********
@Noie *****
is it a joke, right?? 🤔
John **********
@Lucas *********
Sadly I don't think it is.
John **********
Brandon ***********
Congratulations
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