Can I get the Golden Visa Paperwork in Phuket now that I'm here till mid April?

Hi everyone! My husband and I are planning to move permanently to Thailand, and we’re looking into the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV). We own a company in the UK and work as employees of our own business, getting paid through a payee. We also have enough savings to make the move, so we want to ensure we meet all the financial requirements.

A few questions we’d love some clarity on:

✅ For the 500,000 THB savings requirement, do the six months of bank statements need to show that amount consistently each month, or is it just the total that needs to be available at the time of application?

✅ What specific documents are required for this visa application?

✅ Are there any other financial or general requirements we should be aware of?

✅ Where and how should we submit the application – is it best to do it online, through the Thai Embassy, or another way?

✅ What’s the fastest and easiest way to apply and get approval?

✅ Once the visa is granted, is there a time limit to enter Thailand before it expires?

We’d really appreciate any advice or experiences you can share!

Question About Financial Evidence for DTV

Hi everyone, I hope you're all doing well. I’m currently preparing my financial evidence for the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) application, and I wanted to clarify something.

The requirement is to show an amount of at least 500,000 THB, and I understand this can be done through bank statements or a sponsorship letter.

However, I have investments in a bank account. Even though these funds are not liquid, should I mention these investments in my bank statement as part of the financial evidence, or are only liquid funds required to be shown?

Thanks in advance for your help!

Hey everyone! 👋

I just put together a step-by-step video on how I got the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV), including the full application process, required documents, and my experience applying in Vietnam. 🇹🇭✈️

🎥 Watch it here: https://youtu.be/7TOUyLbK0dg?si=l37nF80-0VAt26FS

🔹 What I cover in the video:

✅ Who qualifies for the DTV Visa

✅ Step-by-step application process

✅ My experience applying at the Thai Embassy in Ho Chi Minh

✅ Pros & cons of the visa

✅ Things I wish I knew before applying

I know a lot of people here are either applying or considering it, so hopefully, this helps! Feel free to drop any questions in the comments, and I’ll do my best to answer them.

Best of luck to all!

As an Indian, can I apply for DTV from Laos, Hanoi or Bali?

Any success stories? Heard we can only apply from our home country.

If my contract says I work remotely and that I can work from anywhere, is it possible I’d still need a letter from my employer?

I am an Indian passport holder. Can I go to Thailand Visa free for 60 days and then go to Laos or Hanoi to apply for DTV visa?

I heard I can only apply for DTV visa from my home country. Is it true or false for an Indian?

In case I can apply outside of my home country, Do I still need to get the latest bank statement stamped from my bank along with the financial reference letter?

What are the other documents I need to prep from within my home country?

PS. I will be applying through the workcation route and my goal is to train Muay Thai.

After we finish the 5 years can we extend again? (Really sorry if this has been covered)

I won’t have many connections without th the UK at this stage so wondered how that worked?

Hi - I have a couple questions regarding my Destination Thailand Visa as my US passport is expiring in January 2026.

-Is my understanding correct that I will need to show my new passport along with the old passport (or copy of old passport) that the DTV was approved for? Is there a way to transfer the DTV to the new passport?

-When entering Thailand with the DTV, will they reject entry if my old passport has less than 6 months remaining (I’m working on renewing my passport, but unsure how long it will take)?

Thanks in advance.

Hey everyone! 👋

I’m planning to apply for the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) under the Soft Power (Muay Thai) category. I've had the 500K THB in my bank account for about three weeks now — but I've heard mixed things about how long the funds actually need to sit there before applying. 🤔

Am I good to go, or do I need to wait longer? Also, I’m currently trying to figure out if I’d have a better shot applying from Vietnam or Laos — any advice on which option might be smoother?

Appreciate any insights — and if anyone’s already navigated this process successfully, you’re basically my new hero. 🙏 (Seriously, I’ll owe you a beer… or a Muay Thai training session.) 🍻🥊

Thanks in advance! 😎