Grateful for this group for all the information leading to approved DTVs in Vientiane for me and my partner, now giving back. Both are under Remote Work Category - we are both on consulting contracts for different charities in other countries. We both hold Philippine passports.
1st application, my application submitted on Sept 24 with the following documents:
- Cover letter detailing the list of documents, the nature of my remote work highlighting thr job can be done through my laptop, my intentions for staying in Thailand - to immerse myself in its people and culture, as well as scuba dive around.
- Certification of consulting services signed by employer mentioning: ability to work remote and remuneration information.
- Consulting contract
- Payslips / Proof of payment from employer in the last 6 months
- Bank statements for the last 6 months from 2 banks both with more than 500K THB
- Proof of current location: Laos entry stamp, Vientiane hotel booking
- Additional supporting documents: TM30, Flight to Bangkok
Immigration officer asked one question: What is your work? I explained it's training staff from other countries remotely.
Received the approved DTV on September 26.
2nd application by my partner, submitted the same exact documents on October 4. Note she had an ED Visa and a reentry permit when she applied. Was asked one question: Are these your payslips, the response was yes. Approved on October 8.
A huge relief after getting approval for us both. Thank you to this group and everyone for being generous of timely updates.
*Photo from a rooftop bar in Vientiane with the view of the Mekong river, on the other side, Thailand.
