Hello everyone, this is my first time posting on this forum (in fact on any forum ever), so please be kind haha!

I have done some research online but cannot find a definitive answer, so this forum seems like the obvious place for help (it's been a great source of info so far)...

I plan to move to Bangkok March next year. I will apply for the DTV at least 1 month in advance (yes I know the 5 year clock will be ticking) to ensure it's not too close to my flight in case I'm rejected (worse case scenario) or they require further documentation. I will have the financial requirement in my bank at least 3 months in advance so bank statements shouldn't be a problem, I have a British passport and will be applying online at the London Thai Embassy. I have drafted a "cover letter" to include with my application as it seems it wouldn't hurt to add that. I will be applying under 'workation/digital nomad'. I will be working remotely for non-Thai companies/clients, and completing a part-time online degree with The OU at the same time, which will take me 5 years. I will then use that degree to get a B visa & work permit and work in a school as an ESL teacher. That is my plan 🤞

I am restarting my life at 37 after a very difficult few years and I'm scared & excited at the same time, so please be gentle ☺️

My question is:

Do you think it would enhance/help/boost my application if I mention my degree in my cover letter...or could it detriment my application?

I know I don't need an ED visa because I'm not attending a Thai School - The OU is a British institution and my degree is delivered entirely online and can be done anywhere in the world. But would it go in my favour/support me to mention it? Would it show a sensible serious intentional long-term plan rather than just coasting with no real direction, with the intention of working full-time at the end of my DTV for a Thai School? I don't want to mention it if it would hinder me, but I wonder if it would add value to my application? They may not care haha... that's why I'm seeking advice on here! 😊

Open to any & all constructive advice and would really appreciate your help 🙏

Thank you very much 🙏

***EDIT: Despite writing such a long original post 😅 it's seems I missed out some significant context, which may explain why a few people told me I was overthinking 🤣 Rather than reposting, I'll just add it here...

I haven't started teaching online yet. This is a new career change. I have applied to 2 reputable educational platforms and been accepted, and have profiles ready to activate. Due to personal reasons, and also studying a degree, I have not delivered any actual lessons yet. It can take a while to build up regular students (nowadays the general consensus is there is more teachers than student sunfortunately)... So the reason for asking whether to mention my English Degree in my cover letter or not, is because Febuary is only 4 months away and I may not have much proof of portfolio by then. Do any of you know if this will be an issue? I can't go down the soft power route as I wouldn't have time to attend classes, although it seems a little unfair as that route doesn't require any proof of income at all 😅😅

Much appreciated 🙏

Work permit question

I have a work permit valid for one year as an esl teacher. But my esl contract is only 7 months. If I leave the position at the end of this contract, will my work permit still be valid through the rest of the year from when it was issued? Thanks 🙏

Hi there!

Wondering if anyone can help. I have a BA but my boyfriend doesn’t and we want to explore options of moving to Thailand at least for a year ish. Does anyone know where I can find reputable agents for example, to classify him as a ‘classroom assistant’ instead of a teacher - or other job opportunities within other sectors for him? Or able to work on a Muay Thai visa - where to find opportunities for that?

I tried to research online but I’ve only found pretty vague information.

He’s got PT qualifications and a sports therapy degree but not at BA level.

Thanks in advance!

EDIT Questions answered thank you! Most likely he will live off savings. 🙂