Will working pro bono for a charity impact my DTV visa application to Thailand from the UK?

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Dec 10, 2024

8 days ago

Anonymous *************

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I'm a freelance designer doing remote work pro bono for a charity based in Indonesia, which I visit a few times a year. I am living off savings so have money in the bank. The charity is willing to write me a letter describing our relationship. But since they are not paying me, will this be an obstacle to me getting a visa? I have a portfolio of work related to my role with them. I will be applying at the London Embassy.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user is concerned whether their pro bono freelance work for an Indonesian charity will be an obstacle in obtaining a DTV visa for Thailand, especially since they are living off savings and not receiving a salary. Comments from the community suggest that the UK Thai Embassy is typically reasonable regarding DTV visa applications, and there are no formal income requirements. Users recommend providing a letter from the charity and ensuring that they are in the UK while applying. It's also beneficial to include a cover letter emphasizing their desire to live in Thailand and how this charitable work relates to their career development.

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John *******

Some embassies want to see pay from work into bank account and/or tax paperwork. Other embassies don’t require this. Suggest applying via one that doesn’t ask for this additional info. I believe London is one that does though.

8 days ago

Wannikea *********

Include a brief cover letter stating why you'd want to base yourself in Thailand, maybe elude to some cultural things. As well that this charitable work is a stepping stone and portfolio builder for you.

8 days ago

James ********

UK Thai Embassy is reasonable about their issue of the DTV visa.

Wishing you success 🤞 🤞 🤞

8 days ago

Andi ***********

There is no income requirement so you should be ok. There is a posting by someone approved for a DTV working for a charity and non paid, living off savings. They applied in Taipei.

8 days ago

Will ************

Worth a try just make sure you are in the UK when you apply and stay there until you get a decision on the visa

8 days ago

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Will ************

What documents are needed for getting a DTV visa in Thailand, and what is the application process like?

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