Hi, I'm planning to apply for the DTV in Thailand next year. My current situation is that I am self-employed with my Italian company, but I'm looking to transition to a US LLC in order to be able to live and work in Thailand legally, as it is not allowed to have both tax residency in Thailand and a VAT number in Italy at the same time.

My question is: If I create the LLC but don’t have a substantial “background” with it (since I'm creating for the purpose of relocating), is it still acceptable for the DTV application? I do have a business background in Italy with my VAT number, but I need to make this change to comply with the regulations.

I would appreciate any insights or advice on how this thing might affect my application.

Thank you in advance!

Anyone here a UK employee? I'm trying to navigate tax and or other implications my employer might face with me working from Thailand. I've spoken to a UK tax advisor who says the best way for taxes on my side would be to just claim them back from HMRC as a non UK resident, however I'm concerned that my employer might have implications for me working there? I need to make my case to HR soon so I'm hoping to get some solid answers. Appreciate any help and advice. Thanks 🙏