Hi, I am wondering which embassies or consulates in Southeast Asia and South Asia are considered the most favourable when it comes to DTV applications. I think I can meet the criteria but rather not have to worry about it. Sri Lanka is one place I’d like to visit, but I’ve seen a few mixed reports on posts here. Thanks.

Hi everyone, quick question for those who have applied for the Thailand DTV from Sri Lanka (or nearby embassies) recently.

I’m a U.S. passport holder planning to apply for the DTV (non–Soft Power) from Sri Lanka. My application is based on financial self-support and foreign-sourced remote income, not training or employment in Thailand.

I’ll be submitting:

* Bank statements showing I met the 500,000 THB equivalent requirement (USD)

* A short remote work declaration stating I don’t work for Thai entities

* Standard passport, photo, and proof of location documents

I’ve noticed some people mention uploading client contracts, invoices, business registration, or portfolios, while others didn’t.

My questions:

1. For those who applied from Sri Lanka, were bank statements + a remote work declaration sufficient?

2. Did anyone upload business documents, sales pages, invoices, or portfolios *without being asked*, and did it help?

3. If you were asked for additional info, what exactly did the embassy request?

4. How long was processing time from submission to decision?

Any recent firsthand experiences would be really appreciated. Thanks so much.

Hi everyone, hope you're all doing well.

I’m a 30-year-old remote worker (Sri Lankan) based in Colombo, planning to apply for the DTV from here. I have a few concerns and would really appreciate any insights from those who’ve gone through the process.

I work remotely for a US-based company and also take on freelance projects. My fixed monthly income is USD 1,000, and most months I earn an additional USD 300 or more from freelance work. I currently have LKR 5 million (approximately THB 500,000) in my bank account, and I’m planning to submit my DTV application once it hits the three-month mark.

I have two main questions:

1. Could my income level be a potential reason for rejection?

2. I’ve come across several posts mentioning DTV rejections from applicants who applied through the embassy in Colombo. Is there any truth to this?

Thank you in advance for your help.

Hello everyone. Who applied for DTV in Sri Lanka, Colombo recently? In other groups people wrote that all the applications made this week were rejected.. Does anybody know something about these cases?

Will appreciate any information

Sri Lanka

It said you will receive payment receipt in your email, I didn’t but it’s showing pending document check and I can actually see the receipt on the system. I am just worried if they ask for additional documents via email, and why I didn’t get any confirmation on email. Does Sri Lanka office communicate vie the system or through emailing ?

Hey, quick question regarding the DTV Digital Nomad Visa application in Sri Lanka.

I’ll be in the country for one month on vacation before moving on to Thailand. (The plan so far)

All documents are prepared - does anyone have experience with the DTV process in Sri Lanka as a German passport holder or in general?

Hi guys, what means the last port of embarkation?

I am in Sri Lanka and flew here from Male, Maldives.

I am applying for the dtv visa in Sri Lanka

Hey guys what is the best embassy for the DTV (quickest turn around) I have the requirements. I have a condo in Thailand so I don’t want to be paying rent while I’m waiting outside the country for my visa to be accepted.

I’ve been told kuala lumpa/vietnam are a quick turn around.

Thanks in advance people 🫡🤝

Has anyone ever applied from the Maldives? And how long did it take?

Thanks ☺️

hello, so I am considering alternating between Sri Lanka and Thailand. 6/6 months split perhaps.

Do you think that having the DTV would prevent you from being able to get the digital nomad Visa in Sri Lanka?

Or do you think this is something they probably haven't considered and won't even care about

As I live in Chiang Mai which has the burning season for multiple months of the year and also it's nice just to switch things up to keep the mind fresh