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What occupation should I choose for my METV application from the UK while having a pension and freelance income?

METV Thailand Visa Tourist Visa Occupation for Visa Retirement Visa Freelance Income Visa Application Requirements

Aug 17, 2024

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METV application from UK. 

Whilst I am retired from my last job and get a small pension (Im under the state pension age), I also have a small freelance income. For this type of visa, what is the appropriate “occupation” option please? I dont want to get a retirement-related visa, just an METV. If I choose retired I am concerned in case the Embassy says get a retirement-related visa. As always, thanks in advance.

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The user inquires about the appropriate occupation option for applying for a Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV) from the UK, given that they are retired but still earn a small freelance income. Community members suggest that the occupation listed may not matter for a tourist visa, and alternatives such as the new 5-year Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) or visa-exempt entry options are discussed.

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Jon **********

You don’t say how long you intend to stay in the country? With a freelance type income, you could possibly qualify for the new DTV 5 year visa.

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Gordon *******

Forget METV, UK passports get 60 days exempt, then extend for 30 days @1900 baht

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Ryan ********

Why do you need a METV? It’s currently the same as visa exempt entry.

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Graham ******

Can you guarantee the OP 3 consecutive Visa Exempt entries?

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Ryan ********

the METV doesn’t guarantee that. His odds are the same with it and without it.

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Tore *********

odds are definitely better with a paid dedicated visa. Has been shown again and again.

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Graham ******

we'll agree to disagree on the chances being exactly the same

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Tod *********

The embassy won't care what you put for an occupation you're applying for a tourist visa

Retired is fine

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Dave *******

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thanks. Appreciated.

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