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Mar 10, 2026
2 months ago
Hi, I’m a remote worker and I previously applied for the DTV in my home country, but my application was rejected. They asked me to additionally submit my 2024 tax reports and the business registration of the company owner and I submitted. (I don’t own a company, I simply work for a multinational company.)

The issue was that the owner’s name was not included on the company’s business registration in the country where the company is registered, so I was not able to provide that document. I believe this may have been the reason for the rejection.

I’m planning to go to Hanoi and apply again, and I’m wondering if I would need to submit those documents again (the tax reports and business registration), since they should already have my previous application on record.

I would really appreciate any advice. Thank you 🙏
4 comments
Feb 19, 2026
2 months ago
Robert *******
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Just ask the question to the correct people

Is it allowed to work under all three options of the DTV:

According the Thai Ministry Of Foreign Affairs, the office in charge of ALL Thai Embassies and Consulates who sell this DTV.
122 comments
Jan 27, 2026
3 months ago
I am on the DTV visa. I am interested in playing in an upcoming chess tournament here in Thailand. Chess is just a hobby for me. However, there is prize money if you win. Are such activities permitted on DTV?
13 comments
Jan 25, 2026
3 months ago
I'm an engineer from Malaysia who is trying to relocate to Bangkok but, no companies are willing to sponsor a visa or a work permit hence making it hard to land a job, will it be a good idea to get a teaching certificate instead and work as an English teacher before switching jobs with the work permit that I will be provided as a teacher.Does that improve my chances in any way?Anyone care to share their thoughts on this please.
24 comments
Dec 25, 2025
4 months ago
Natalie ***********
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Looking for a legal firm that specialises in moving companies from country of origin to Thailand. (I would close the company in country of origin. Legal firm would open the company in Thailand. Help set up bank accounts. Issue share certificates. Submit Accounting & company monthly & annual submissions.) Scope of business is passive income from software not dealing with any clients in Thailand. I would like to know if this qualifies us for business visas. 100% owned by foreigner. Happy to pay company & personal tax in Thailand.
4 comments
Dec 14, 2025
5 months ago
Marco **********
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Hello everyone, does the marriage visa allow the foreigner to work or to own a business with Thai wife ? Thanks to all
10 comments
Dec 10, 2025
5 months ago
นอกา*****
ORIGINAL POSTER
Hi there,

I’d love to ask for some advice about job options for my husband. He’s on a marriage visa and is trying to decide whether to find a remote job based in the US (most of those won’t allow him to stay in Thailand long-term), or look for work here in Thailand as a foreigner.

He has a master’s degree in biology from one of the UCs (University of California), but doesn’t have a teaching credential beyond TA experience. Would teaching biology at an international school be possible for him? We’re based in Korat.

Any advice or recommendations would be really appreciated! 🙏💛
12 comments
Dec 1, 2025
5 months ago
Michael **********
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I'm on holiday at the moment. My question is: Can I pick up Rubbish on the side of the road using a pale or bag and not get in trouble? Do I need a work permit to do so?
15 comments
Nov 11, 2025
6 months ago
Hi, not sure if I complicated things for myself so just would like some information / sources of info.

1. I have a contract offer to work remotely for a foreign company as a freelancer.

2. I have a Thai marriage visa up for renewal soon. But the marriage visa alone doesn't allow for working in Thailand.

3. Is it a smart idea to move from the marriage visa to a DTV to be able to work remotely? Why or why not?

Thanks for any clarifications given.
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