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Why is a 1 year ED visa considered a resident visa while a 5-Year DTV visa is classified as a tourist visa?
Oct 6, 2025
2 days ago
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ORIGINAL POSTERTLDR : Answer Summary
This discussion revolves around the differing classifications of the ED (Educational) visa and the DTV (Digital Nomad) visa in Thailand. A 1-year ED visa is deemed a resident visa due to its structure, consisting of four consecutive 3-month permits, while a DTV allows stays of up to 180 days at a time, categorizing it as a tourist visa despite its 5-year validity. Participants share personal experiences regarding banking and legislative challenges related to these visa types and suggest that knowledge of Thai culture and laws is crucial for expats.
DTV VISA RESOURCES / SERVICES
- Take the basic DTV Qualification Test to see if you're eligible for the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV).
- For immediate assistance, contact Thai Visa Centre directly via LINE at @ThaiVisaCentre or Email them.
- Explore recent discussions by using the DTV Visa tag in the search box at the top of the page.
- Join the Thai Visa Advice Facebook Group to ask your questions, and get advice from others.
