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What visa options are available for freelancers who want to stay in Thailand for more than 2-3 months to learn Muay Thai?

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Aug 30, 2024

2 years ago

Haris ******

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Hello everyone,

I am planning to visit Thailand to learn muy Thai but everyone that I have spoken to says I have to work in order to stay there for more than 2 3 months. I am a freelancer and I don't need a job. Can anyone guide me? I want to stay at least 6 months. 

Thank you,

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The user is seeking advice on visa options for staying in Thailand for six months to learn Muay Thai without needing a traditional job, as they are a freelancer. Commenters suggest the DTV visa and the Education Visa, noting that the DTV visa is suitable and can be easily applied for online without agents. They also mention that some schools or gyms offer an education visa for training, encouraging the user to research which institutions provide this option.

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2 years ago

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Some of those schools/gyms you can get an education visa for six months. Look online to see which ones have it.

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DTV visa

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