Hi everyone. I’ve just had my DTV visa rejected and wondering if anyone has any tips for getting this thing approved.

Back story to help:

I first applied in Shanghai at the Thai embassy on Jan 18 2026. After almost 70 days of waiting and countless times of being asked for documents I don’t have (such as Chinese social insurance - impossible to get) as well as being asked to upload the same documents repeatedly. I eventually decided to cancel that application.

That was on March 27. Since there is no cancelation channel on the application site, they told me to submit a signed request. I did, then asked for cancellation confirmation - silence. Followed up- silence. Today (April 15) that is still not cancelled and has been 87 days since the application date and “pending document check”

Anyway, I reached out to an agency who helped with my partners DTV. They said to fly to Hanoi and apply there. I did. I’m in Hanoi now. Rejection came today after 1 week.

I don’t really understand why.

My bank account has significantly more than the required 500k baht.

I am self employed- showed company registration cert from Hong Kong (where my business is registered) , signifiant controller docs, share allocations etc,

I submitted 1 personal bank account, 1 company bank account, transactions over a certain period, cover letter and all that. I don’t make any money in Thailand or from Thailand which was clearly stated. Nothing was fabricated in my application and I genuinely believe my application was strong. Yet for some reason was rejected.

The agent told me it may be the embassy here in Hanoi - that they sometimes hit limits on what visas they can approve over a period and that even a “perfect” application can get rejected at times.

They’ve suggested going to Ho Chi Minh City and applying from there stating they have faster processing times and are generally easier to work with but also ask for more documentation (which is fine)

Anyone else been in a similar position? Any insight would be helpful because I’m at a loss as to why it was rejected tbh.

TIA

DTV from Vietnam – Russian citizen, Bangkok, Muay Thai, mother as sponsor, low self-employment income. Any advice?

Hi everyone,

I’m a 25 yearold Russian citizen, currently in Thailand on a tourist visa. I’m planning to apply for the DTV (Soft Power / Muay Thai) from Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi) soon. I’d really appreciate any insights or shared experiences from people in a similar situation.

Main questions:

1. I’m self-employed with a small monthly income

I have proof of self-employment

2. Is a mother sponsoring her daughter generally accepted by the Thai embassy in Vietnam?

3. Income vs. sponsor: My own income is low, but I have a strong sponsor (mother). Is it better to mention my self-employment in the application, or should I just rely on the sponsor and not mention my income to avoid confusion?

4. Muay Thai school: Has anyone used Sor.Dechapant for their DTV application? Did the embassy accept their documents without issues? Or could you recommend a different Muay Thai school in Bangkok?

5. Processing time in Vietnam: For those who applied from Vietnam recently, how long did it take? Any interview requests?

I’d be very grateful for any advice or shared experiences. Thank you in advance!

DTV for stock trader

For those who have already received their visa, did you handle the application yourself through the E-Visa portal, or did you use an agency?

Has anyone here successfully applied as a Stock Trader/Investor? I work for myself trading stocks

question about workcation dtv visa (Embassy The Hague Netherlands)

I am registered as self employed but have 1 client who pays me recurring and has a contract with me. For Occupation, should I choose "freelance" or "business owner"

What should I do for "Accommodation in Thailand"? Can I just do a hotel for 6 days that I haven't booked yet?

I saw mixed opinions here saying that an Airbnb is needed for 1 month.

Does the hotel date need to match with the intended date of arrival / departure?

Can I do "No" for Additional accommodation in Thailand even though the hotel is for a couple of days ?

Hi, has anyone used their investments or annuity to create a business to hire yourself for the workcation dtv? If so how many months did you set up your business prior to applying? (If American would a dba certificate suffice or should I set up an LLC)

I have a stable annuity and would like to use that via a business instead of doing a soft power visa. (We prefer this bc although we want to take language classes we don’t want to be tied down to one area of the country for those classes)

I’m a freelancer, and while my income isn’t fixed, it is consistent, I earn between $2,000 to $5,000 per month. I can also show 500K THB in my bank account.

I’m planning to apply for the DTV visa and move to Bangkok in January 2026. I want to know if anyone here has applied for the DTV visa as a freelancer without business registration or formal work contracts. My work is completely open-source: I do smart contract audits and bug bounties, so I don’t need client contracts or a traditional employer. I can show Income tax returns and Paypal invoices.

If anyone has successfully gotten approved under similar conditions, please share your experience and any valuable tips.

Finally approved

Nationality: German

Applied in Berlin (workation) as an online German teacher

Application submitted: 6th October

Requested docs: 16th October (new pic)

Submitted additional docs: 17th October

Pending approval: 17th October

Approved: 21st October

Docs:

1) Financial evidence:

- cover letter (conversion of ending balance in THB)

- 3 months of bank statements showing more than 500k THB for 1.5 months (Berlin requires just 1 month)

2) Professional portfolio:

- cover letter (explaining what I do, how I’m paid, motivation for application, confirmation that I’m aware that I’m not allowed to work for Thai people or companies, explanation of attached docs)

- assignment of a tax number by the tax office confirming my self-employment

- income tax assessment note 2024

- freelance contracts with the two schools I’m teaching for and the past 4 invoices and proof of payment

- screenshots of the online classroom, my organisation tool, a power point on a grammar topic and a grammar flashcard game

Changed my flight immediately to next Sunday 😍

Applied for DTV recently as Digital Nomad, but I was asked about providing Letter of Confirmation stating that the applicant is permitted to work remotely … signed by authorized person and bear the official company seal.

I have my own one person company providing consultancy. Should I authorize myself? I don’t have a seal as I’m fully digital. What kind of document do they exactly ask for? Does anyone know?

Thanks from the mountain

Hi. I applied to DTV visa with my UK company (i am the only owner). I submitted personal bank account statement from another country. I am in Laos Vientiane now.

They asked me to submit some extra documents: my employment contract and my portfolio.

What dociments exactly shall I bring?

1. Shall I sign an employment contract with a company that I am working with for long time like a client or just show my UK company again (I had submitted Certificate of incorporation and MoA but they needed the extra documents) or sign an employment contract as uk company owner with myself as working for my own uk company?

2. What portfolio do I need to submit?

Thanks in advance 🙏

In order to respond to all those who asked me what additional documents the embassy asked me for before approval, see the summary of requirements below:

Requested Documents:

1. Biodata page of your passport

2. Official bank statement issued directly by your bank (via official website or physical branch).

Must include: your full name as account holder, transaction history, and most updated balance.

Note Screenshots are not accepted.

3. Proof of current location in Spain. Examples include: electricity bill, municipal registration certificate (padrón), or rental agreement under your name.

4. Proof of last 3 self-employment payments (autónomo). Official receipts or confirmations of your last three freelance/self-employed tax or social security contributions.

5. Concise overview of your professional activities in Thailand. A short explanation of my business or professional engagements during my stay in Thailand.

Include how you will generate income while residing there.

6. Concrete evidence of your job. Documents that demonstrate and verify your professional status (portfolio, client list, contracts, content, etc.).