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What should I put as my reason for travel on the arrival form if I have a DTV and plan to work remotely?

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What do you put for reason for travel on your arrival form if u have dtv?

Traveling to bkk right now. Just completed the online arrival form an put “holiday” for reason of travel. Is that okay? I got approved for DTV workcation and plan to work remotely as a freelancer for my own business but wasn’t sure what to put for reason to travel, as my DTV says employment prohibited so was hesitant to put employment. 

Am I overthinking - please help!

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A user traveling to Bangkok and holding a DTV (Digital Work Visa) is unsure what to declare as their reason for travel on the arrival form, considering the DTV restricts employment. They initially entered 'holiday' and seek clarification on whether this is acceptable. Responses in the comments reassure them that stating 'holiday' is fine.

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Holiday is OK

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Keep it simple just put holiday, i always do

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