Hello all - can you tell me if there is any reason someone would consider getting the privileged visa instead of retirement visa at 50 and over?

A big thank you for all the contributor's help from this forum with the Thai visa process.

I had a question about 90 day reporting. I came in August, and reported 90 days in Nov. In Feb I am leaving the country for a week. I have a DTV visa which should renew another 180 days upon return.

My question is, do I need to file another 90 day report online if I'm leaving in February for a week?

Thanks,

Just wanted to say thank you to everyone in the group for all the advice

Myself and my Boyfriend were both approved for the workcation visa less then 24 hours after applying in Canada.

It was much easier the expected and super fast! Can’t wait to land down on Jan 7th

How much did you guys pay for the soft activity program, muay thai, cooking class etc.. and what was the duration. Thank you

We got our DTV in Laos! 3 day process, smooth and easy.

Lmk if you have an questions

Anyone got any decent schools/visa agents that are legit?

Other than certain companies offering visas with no attendance for 90k and schools requiring physical attendance in one place for 12 months with very strict requirements (I miss 1 day and I get my visa revoked and have to leave within 24 hours ) I'm struggling to find a reputable company I can either learn muay Thai with or do the online classes.

They recommend the DTV visa but I haven't earnt the 80k USD in 2 years due to travelling / working as a scuba diver.

I have the 500k baht cash requirement but none of the extra requirements back dating 2 years. $40,000 earned income per year X2.

I'm happy to attend to my requirements but I would like to move locations every couple months so I believe the online method would be the best for me as I'm in the process of setting up my company via my computer and can work from anywhere.

Id love to hear your thoughts.

(Genuine help/advice please) - I know alot of you will reflect your demons towards me in the comments.

DTV approved and I've been in Thailand for a few weeks now. I owe everyone this group a big thanks for all the helpful information! Got my DTV approved in Jakarta. It took 4 days from start to finish. I applied under the Muay Thai category. I've trained Muay Thai casually before but now I'm in my 40s and was a bit concerned about trying it, but it's been amazing.

Very smooth process, got my documents in a day from the gym after paying, 7 documents in total. Responsive and professional, and I’m thoroughly enjoying my training here.

Jakarta was ok, a lot of traffic and poor public transport but people very friendly and I love satay!

Hey all, hope all of you had a great weekend.

Just trying to find the easiest way to get a visa for Thailand.

I will be 55 in January.

I have the monthly income that is required for retirement visa but not the 800,000.

What is the best way to get this visa?

I’m so looking to escape the daily struggles of living in the states and tired of just surviving, I want to live in peace and travel Asia.

I would like to make Pattaya my base but also travel to other Asia countries for vacations.

I have asked in a military retirement group but get different answers and have watched so many you tube videos and still not sure.

Any help is appreciated. I really did try due diligence and the closest Thailand embassy is about 700 miles away

Would it be possible to get a Muay Thai visa, pay for the course, and then still do some work online while we are in Thailand? Does the visa specifically state it is for work or for play or study, and if we work at the same time would we get in trouble? Or do all the visas look the same? I may want to work to fund my life in Thailand as I study at the same time? Thanks.

I'm currently living in Thailand (on the student visa. It expires in Marchl.

I'd like to apply for the DTV.

-I meet the financial requirement with my savings

-I'm retired (under 50)

-I don't have a business

-I don't work remotely

-I don't have an income

What options do you suggest I look into for acquiring the DTV?

I see some applying for MEDICAL / DENTAL. It's possible to get the 5 year DTV based on a medical appt, is that correct??

I thank you all for your support on this request.

I'll likely apply in JANUARY. Maybe through Vietnam.