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Nov 16, 2025
7 days ago
Darren **************
ORIGINAL POSTER
Hi I want to apply for DTV visa via London and wondering what to give for question 4 below,

Employment contract or employment certificate in their country or professional portfolio showcasing digital nomad, remote worker, foreign talent or freelancer status.

I don’t have a company or employment contract but im am self employed and have HMRC self assessment tax returns so wondering if thats ok.

Appreciate your help.
Nov 13, 2025
10 days ago
I’m after a suggestion for an agent regarding ways of getting a DTV visa. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. I have set up an overseas company and was wondering about whether I could employ myself overseas and get the DTV visa that way ?
Nov 12, 2025
11 days ago
Hello :) Please help :)

I’d like to ask for some advice.

I’m going to apply in Poland, and I have a sole proprietorship (one-person business). I’d like to ask which option I should choose — “business owner” or “freelancer”?

Also, what documents might be required from me?

I have already prepared the confirmation of my business registration, but what other documents should I submit?

Thank you very much for your help.
Oct 19, 2025
a month ago
Business owner in USA, need to write a letter, this is what I've come up with, obviously redacted. How does this look?

"[NAME]

[ADDRESS]

[CONTACT INFO]

Email: [EMAIL]

Phone: [PHONE]

Date: [DATE]

Royal Thai Embassy

[EMBASSY ADDRESS]

(Submitted via Hanoi Embassy Processing)

Subject: Self-Employment Letter for Destination Thailand Visa (Workcation Category)

Dear Sir/Madam,

I, [NAME], am the sole founder, owner, and operator of [BUSINESS NAME], a well-established enterprise registered in the United States ([BUSINESS ID]). I established the company single-handedly in [FOUNDING YEAR], and over the past two decades, it has evolved into a robust operation based in [LOCATION], delivering top-tier services to a diverse, international clientele, with all revenue sourced exclusively from non-Thai markets.

I am applying for the Destination Thailand Visa to manage my business remotely from Thailand, drawing on my extensive expertise in entrepreneurship and remote leadership.

As the visionary who built [BUSINESS NAME] from scratch, I oversee all critical aspects remotely, including financial management (such as bill payments and credit transactions), staff compensation through secure digital platforms, innovative marketing to expand my global client base, and comprehensive operational coordination.

These duties are performed entirely online using advanced tools like email, cloud-based systems, and virtual communication, ensuring I maintain full control without any need for a physical presence in Thailand or engagement in local work.

On-site daily operations in [LOCATION], such as client scheduling and equipment upkeep, are expertly handled by my brother, [BROTHER'S NAME], who serves as the on-site manager, guaranteeing smooth functionality while I focus on strategic oversight from afar.

My income is derived solely from [BUSINESS NAME], with regular weekly transfers of [WEEKLY AMOUNT] from the business account to my personal account at [BANK NAME], yielding an annual income of approximately [ANNUAL AMOUNT].

Additionally, I maintain a substantial personal savings balance of [SAVINGS AMOUNT] at [BANK NAME], as evidenced by the enclosed bank statements, tax returns, and supporting financial documents.

These resources affirm my financial independence and ability to sustain myself during my stay in Thailand.

I solemnly affirm that my professional activities fully comply with Thai immigration regulations, as all income originates outside Thailand from non-Thai sources, and I will not participate in any local employment, business ventures, or services within Thailand.

I am fully committed to adhering to all visa conditions and am prepared to submit additional documentation, such as my business registration or further financial proof, if required.

Thank you for considering my application. I am enthusiastic about the prospect of enriching Thailand's dynamic workcation community while continuing to expand my business remotely. Please feel free to contact me at [EMAIL] or [PHONE] for any additional information.

Sincerely,

[Your Handwritten Signature if Printed]

[NAME]

Owner, [BUSINESS NAME]
Oct 19, 2025
a month ago
I’m applying for a DTV Workcation visa in Hanoi, where I’m currently located, as a U.S. business owner.

I have all my documents ready: bank statements (USD 17,000 savings, weekly USD 1,000 transfers), tax returns, self-employment letter, and hotel confirmation.

I’m confused about the apostille for my business registration. The embassy says it proves my business’s legitimacy, but it takes 1-2 weeks to get from Utah. Some say Hanoi might accept a non-apostilled certified copy if financial proof is strong.

Has anyone applied for the Workcation DTV as a business owner in Hanoi? Did you need the apostille, or was a certified business registration enough? Any tips? Thanks!
Oct 14, 2025
a month ago
Varun ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
🎉 DTV Approved! 🎉

Great news - I just got my Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) approved today under the Self-Employment/Business category! 🇹🇭💼

Here’s my timeline:

📅 Submitted: 6th October (Ho Chi Minh City)

📄 Additional Docs Requested: Proof of company income (10th October)

📈 Submitted: Company’s yearly turnover data

Approved: Around 2 hours ago! (14th October)

Initial Documents Submitted:

* Passport (India)

* Client Invoices

* Personal & Company Bank Statements

* Vietnam Entry Stamps

* Tentative Arrival & Stay Details in Thailand

Feeling relieved and excited to start the next chapter! 🙌✨

Thank you so much for all the help and support in this group - really appreciate it!
Oct 10, 2025
a month ago
Hello I'm applying in Hanoi in 2 weeks.

I’m a remote software engineer and self-employed, should I apply through the freelance or business owner pathway ?

I don’t have a salary or employment contract per se, since I pay myself through dividends and cash compensations.

However, I do have a tax return showing a good income (under a different tax/company structure last year).

I’d appreciate any guidance on how to best structure or present my application.

I only stay 6 days in Hanoi before moving back in Thailand by the way, hope it's enough...
Oct 7, 2025
2 months ago
Which country would you recommend for applying the DTV? I've heard that, Vietnam should be good?

I should have all requirements and i work online Self-employed as digital Onlinemarketing Freelancer. I have around 600.000 THB on my private wise account since 6 months and contracts with my clients. Should I also apply as freelancer or owner with LLC? I happy to hear from you guys :)
Oct 5, 2025
2 months ago
Would like some advice / insights 🙂

DTV on brand new company?

I’ve been working for my employer in my homecountry for years.

I’m going to quit this job, start my own business (so it’s completely new) and work on projects from my current employer.

The only difference is I was salaried until now, and will be self-employed then.

My current employer can write a letter, explaining the situation and letting me work online from Thailand. Of course I can also write a letter myself / from my company.

Would you think this will be accepted for the DTV, as my company will be brand new?
Oct 5, 2025
2 months ago
Jay *****
ORIGINAL POSTER
DTV Sponsorship letter

Can someone explain in further detail what exactly sponsorship letter I need to apply for the DTV visa? I work in sales and under 1099 contract so essentially I work for myself so not sure how a sponsorship letter applies in this scenario.
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