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What visa options are available for sole proprietors running online stores in Thailand?

Jan 23, 2026
3 months ago
Hi everyone, seems like the application process leaves a category of online worker in between categories...: I own online stores in different platforms as a sole proprietor, not a business. I therefore cannot really apply as a business owner, but applying under freelance doesn't really feel right either. (My payouts come from marketplaces like Etsy, not clients). I do pay taxes in my own country and it's all legit, just doesn't fit in either categories of application. Has anyone found themselves in the same spot, and found a way? Feedbacks much appreciated.
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The user seeks advice on obtaining a visa as an online store owner who operates as a sole proprietor, feeling caught between categories for freelancers and business owners. Several commenters suggest that demonstrating the online business and having proper business registration may help overcome this issue, comparing the user's situation to those of YouTubers and online freelancers.
Sefton ********
Don't see a problem here.
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Derek *****
It’s really no different than YouTubers and those getting paid on upwork. Don’t overthink it….
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Andi ***********
Similar applicants have been approved. You run an online business so demonstrate that along with business registration.
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Elías ********
In my country you do need to register a business first in order to be a sole proprietor, so it depends on the country. In those cases applying at the same country where you run the business is better as one can asume the embassy there would know how business are managed in the country.
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