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What type of visa should I get for a 2-3 month stay in Thailand while working as a consultant?

Visa Types Tourist Visa Multiple Entry Visa Remote Work in Thailand Traveling in and out of Thailand Consultant Visa Destination Thailand Visa

Jun 30, 2025

10 months ago

Don *********

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I am looking to come to Thailand (Hua Hin) for 2-3 months on a US passport to see if I then want to return to live. I will rent a condo or Villa. My question is I am a consultant so work from home but do travel fairly often to visit clients and do seminars. So, during my 2-3 month stay I would likely travel in and out of Thailand 4-5 times (Hong Kong, Dubai, Vietnam, etc.). Is this going to cause me potential problems with immigration. Thoughts and recommendations appreciated.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user seeks advice on the appropriate visa for a 2-3 month stay in Hua Hin, Thailand, while working as a consultant and traveling frequently to other countries. Suggestions include obtaining a multiple entry tourist visa to avoid immigration issues and considering a Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) for longer stays. There are concerns about the legality of working on a tourist visa.

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Dwayne ********

If stay for long term in Thailand, travel & explore all the provinces if want ‘real’ Thailand. The south is a foreigner Disney land.

10 months ago

John *****

Get a Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) $400 for 5 years muti entry

10 months ago

Richard ******

Not sure you can legally work in Thailand 🇹🇭 on a tourist visa????

10 months ago

Benjamin *********

@Richard *****

can if non-Thai clients and non-Thai business. You're allowed to maintain your business while being a tourist. Really depends on the nature of the work. Still probably best not to draw attention to yourself as this is not officially permitted. Bit of a grey area.

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Dan ****************

Multiple entry tourist visa is your best bet

10 months ago

Brandon ************

Recommend you get a multiple entry tourist visa just to be safe

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Brandon ************

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