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Just got my visa approved 2days ago. I applied via soft power at the general consulate in Munich/Germany (as I’m a German passport holder). The whole process just took 7 working days, no further documents requested, no questions asked. Happy days!
Thanks goes to the employees of the consulate and all the people in this group for their helpful hints and tips! It seems to be an easy application if you meet the criteria and do your homework. I followed this group for a few months before I sent my documents and checked the embassy website for the requirements.
Just one open question is left: At one website there was stated that there’s no 90day report needed for soft power DTV holders. Is there a difference between workation and soft power regarding the 90 day report? I have no problem with doing the report, but if it’s not necessary, I have one more day for my training course.
So many strange experiences are posted here. I would like to share my positive experience:
Came in on 9th August together with my daughter.
The immigration lady was very kind. I had an LTR before on my ex husbands visa. Since he retired and left, I do need my own visa and for my daughter as well.
Btw: applied for a DTV workation (process was very smooth and quick).
The lady just asked: is your husband not working anymore in Thailand. I said: "no, he is retired". No further questions - just the stamp for me and my 16 year old daughter! Great experience!
I plan to apply for DTV in jakarta soon for Workation as freelance. I have 500k statements from the last 6 months.
However my situation is a bit specific as I am a freelance, but has been working for a single client over the last 6 years, almost like an employee.
Therefore, I am concerned regarding the portfolio requirements. Was wondering if anyone has been in the same situation ? What kind of documents would you recommend to provide ?
I was thinking to provide invoices with matching funds received on my bank account, not sure if that will be enough
Does anyone know of a reputable agent that can help me with a workacation application? I don't want to end rejected because of all the nonsense at certain embassies.
I recently applied for the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) as a Dutch national, under the Thai Soft Power Activities category (Muay Thai training). I submitted my application to the Thai embassy in The Hague, but unfortunately it was rejected.
Here’s what I submitted:
1. Biometric passport page
2. Recent passport photo
3. Bank statement (over 500,000 THB in my name, held for 3+ months)
4. Proof of residence
5. Muay Thai gym documentation
I initially uploaded the standard documentation provided by the Muay Thai gym. After submission, the embassy specifically asked for “a certificate issued to the school/gym from the Office of Boxing Sport Board, Sports Authority of Thailand.”
The gym was surprised, as they claimed this was already included. Still, they issued a new cover letter explaining their compliance with all relevant government bodies. I uploaded that — but even after submitting the extra explanation, the visa was rejected.
It seems the reason for rejection is linked to the Muay Thai documentation, despite all efforts.
My flight to Thailand is booked for September 1st, and I’m now unsure what to do:
1. Re-apply with another Muay Thai gym
2. Apply under the Workation category instead (I meet all requirements)
3. Go to Vietnam or another nearby country and apply from there
Has anyone dealt with a similar issue? Any advice would be hugely appreciated — especially before I spend another €350 on a new application.
Hi, can you apply for workation dtv if you don't have tax slips or even pay tax. Where I come from if you are not living there you don't pay tax on income earned abroad or even income from local companies you freelance for.
I have not been in a country long enough to become tax resident either since turning freelance a few months ago.
I have an exclusive contract as consultant and can provide contract and invoices but those invoices are in my name not a business name, I don't have a business. Can of course provide screenshot, proof of work, company will write a letter and so it is just this tax thing that concerns me.
I read that there are more than few cases of being questioned upon entry and having to show some documents (workation) that should match the one you used to apply.