Looking into options for next Thai visa.I recently used a METV staying around 150 days in Thailand.I've now been advised if I apply for this type visa again this year its likely it'll be issued but no guarantee of entry because of amount of time spent in Thailand.Would a DTV soft power or non o retirement (im over 50 and have the funds available) suit me....appreciate any helpful advice

Hi everyone, I’m looking for some advice

I’d really like to continue staying in Thailand

long-term, but I’m a bit stuck on what visa options are realistically possible for me right now.

I’ve already been on an ED visa for the past 2 years (through an agency), so I don’t think continuing the same route is a good idea anymore.

I was considering the DTV visa, but I don’t currently meet the financial requirements (not enough funds in my bank account), so I’m not sure if that’s still an option.

Has anyone been in a similar situation?

What visa options would you recommend that are actually doable (and safe) for staying longer in Thailand?

Also, if you’ve had any good (or bad) experiences with visa agencies, I’d really appreciate your insights.

Thank you so much

Hello, We have a special needs daughter who is 20yo but mentally 6months old. She ia blind and cannot speak. What Visa can she get. We 100% take care of her and she cannot get a education or DTV visa as she's mentally a baby. We were wanting to get either a DTV, or Education Visa for ourselves. She will be 21 this October (Not sure if the age effects our options)

Hi all , i am applying for a dtv visa , what will I need and what is the best website to apply . I will not be working in thailand . It will be purely a holiday . Im in uk , Thank you

Hi all, we are trying to decide which visa is best for our situation. My husband owns a company in the US and will be working remotely. His clientele is 100% American. My son will be attending an international school for his last three years of HS, so he will be on an education visa. I'm planning to not work for at least the first year of moving. Should we get a Guardian visa or a DTV?

Hi everyone! I’m really grateful to be here and to be surrounded by such a resourceful group. I want to say upfront that I have been doing my own research I’m not looking to skip that part at all. I’m just hoping to connect with some like-minded people who don’t mind sharing what they’ve learned along the way. Sometimes hearing real experiences helps bring clarity that research alone can’t always provide.

I’m currently navigating the visa options and, while I’ve looked into several of them, I’m still feeling a bit unsure there are so many choices. I’m 51 years old, coming from the U.S., and I noticed there are visas related to age, but I’m not entirely clear on how the age requirement works and which option might make the most sense for my situation.

My plan is to spend about one year in Bangkok. I’ll be visiting Thailand in April to explore neighborhoods and get a feel for where I’d like to live, then returning to the U.S. to finalize everything. If all goes as planned, I’ll be making the big move in late October. Ideally, I’d love to have my visa and paperwork handled before that initial April trip.

I’m really just hoping to connect with someone who’s open to guiding me, sharing insight, or pointing me in the right direction. I value doing my own homework, but community wisdom is always a gift.

And once I’m in Thailand, I’d absolutely love to continue conversations and build genuine connections maybe even meet up for tea or coffee now and then. I’m excited about this next chapter and about making new friends along the way.

Thank you so much in advance I’m truly happy to be here 🤍

Hi all 🙏🏻❤️ so lm looking to return to Thailand but would like a longer visa I’m doing some Padi courses and will be there longer than the normal what are my options Any advice would be great. Peace and love to all 🙏🏻

Okay I feel seriously overwhelmed trying to sort this all out. I have a family of 4 - myself I’m almost 50, wife is 37, kids are 15 and 18. I primarily make my income off of investing on the OTC and a very small trust check monthly as well. My trading account tends to have $100k or more liquid and $200-400k in play. We own a home in the US we plan to rent out while we aren’t there.

What is the best, simplest method to live in Thailand for 6-12 months at a time leaving to either another country or back to the US for a few weeks to a month or so annually?

My daughter being 18 would like to work there but my 15 year old will be continuing digital classes via a US school. I will continue to randomly swing trade while the wife will not work.

Best visa course of action with the process to get it done for a person who hates paperwork and really isn’t too great with crossing t’s and dotting i’s 😂

What are my best long term visas I should look into? I will be late 30s, from USA, fully retired living off my long term investments. Have no remote work nor plan or want to work at all. Is DTV soft power a good option? I don’t want to have to do cooking classes or Muay Thai every week for 5 years(though may end up doing Muay Thai anyways)

Should I just shell out the cash and get the elite?

Obviously once I hit 50 I will switch to retirement visa but need something for the next 11-12 years

Hi

Wanted to see what visa options were available if I was to fly over without a return ticket (estimated stay would be 3-6 months)

Thanks