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What is the process for obtaining a Workation visa in Thailand and what should I expect upon arrival?

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Jul 20, 2025

a month ago

Nir ******

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Applied for Workation from Bali online on Sunday July 13th, got my approval on Friday night July 18th. Flew to Koh Samui the next morning and got in, no questions asked. He smiled and said "DTV", seemed excited to see one haha.

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The post outlines the experience of obtaining a Workation Visa (DTV) for Thailand, detailing the quick online application submitted from Bali, approval within five days, and seamless entry into Koh Samui without complications, highlighting a positive interaction with the immigration officer.

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Claire ********

FLying inot Samui is ok then?

a month ago

Peter ********

@Claire *******

Why not? Can use any airport you want

a month ago

Claire ********

@Peter *******

I didn't realize you could get your entry stamps there, good to know.

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

Congrats! Enjoy being a DTVER

a month ago

Avi *******

Congratulations! For long did you have 500k THB in account?

a month ago

Nir ******

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@Avi ******

three months. I included statements from multiple bank accounts.

a month ago

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Nir ******

James ********

Welcome to Thailand and your 5 year DTV VISA 🤗

a month ago

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