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Jan 18, 2026
3 months ago
TL *****
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Hi all!

I’m gonna apply the DTV in Hanoi.

I’ve been running my own company in my country for almost 10 years and I issue myself a fixed income every month.

Just wondering which category(business owner or remote worker) I should apply as so that it’d be easier and higher chance to get it done.

Thank you so much!
5 comments
Dec 29, 2025
4 months ago
question about workcation dtv visa (Embassy The Hague Netherlands)

I am registered as self employed but have 1 client who pays me recurring and has a contract with me. For Occupation, should I choose "freelance" or "business owner"

What should I do for "Accommodation in Thailand"? Can I just do a hotel for 6 days that I haven't booked yet?

I saw mixed opinions here saying that an Airbnb is needed for 1 month.

Does the hotel date need to match with the intended date of arrival / departure?

Can I do "No" for Additional accommodation in Thailand even though the hotel is for a couple of days ?
3 comments
Dec 27, 2025
4 months ago
Davide ****
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Hello! Has anyone here successfully applied for the DTV visa as a business owner with a company incorporated outside Thailand?

I'm wondering what documents you used to prove your company's legitimacy and financial activity. My company is in its first year, so I don't have any filed tax returns yet - only one year of business bank statements showing cash flow.

Did the consulate accept management accounts, or do they require statutory accounts that have been filed with your country's registry?

Any insights would be really helpful!
3 comments
Nov 12, 2025
6 months ago
Hello :) Please help :)

I’d like to ask for some advice.

I’m going to apply in Poland, and I have a sole proprietorship (one-person business). I’d like to ask which option I should choose — “business owner” or “freelancer”?

Also, what documents might be required from me?

I have already prepared the confirmation of my business registration, but what other documents should I submit?

Thank you very much for your help.
1 comments
Jun 8, 2025
a year ago
Hi! Im a business owner and the dtv visa office is asking for this:

Please provide details about your current work, including (1) your CV or portfolio, and (2) examples of your work, along with any supporting materials that demonstrate your experience and qualifications

I’m confused what is the exact examples of my work and supporting materials they need. I sell products in amazon.

Any insight and advise is greatly appreciated.
3 comments
May 21, 2025
a year ago
Baptiste **********
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hello guys, i'm in Taipei. I'm a business owner. They asked me to provide proof of income payments, however i don't give myself a salary directly.

And my savings (1 million+) is kept in my company account, not my personnal one.

Would you have a solution for me please ?

please don't try to teach me a lesson, let's be focused on solutions.

thank you
18 comments
May 11, 2025
a year ago
Hi everyone, as a business owner I would need an "authorization letter" stating that I am allowed to work remote. Does anyone have a template for this letter? Link or pdf would be awesome 🙏
2 comments
Apr 8, 2025
a year ago
Mae *****
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Hi everyone, I need some advice.

I'm under an investor visa in the UAE and recently applied under the *Soft Power* route in Dubai. I chose “Business Owner” when filling out the application. I read here that employment verification isn’t required for Soft Power, so I submitted a straightforward application.

They got back to me asking for more documents. I’m the manager of my own company, so I’m wondering:

1. Is a MOA stating I’m the manager enough instead of a contract?

2. I read that some of you created your own employment contracts to yourself. But if you’re a business owner, will this flag you?

3. Can I issue an NOC to myself and also be the authorized signatory?

I know each embassy may have different requirements, but I’d really appreciate hearing what worked for you regardless and if you're someone with the same experience in Dubai.

PS: Of course I will adhere to the requirements and still submit what's requested, I just want to be careful not to cause confusion.

Thanks in advance!
5 comments
Feb 24, 2025
a year ago
Hi

Employment details,

I run my business in the uk at a tattoost , I have a limited company in my tattoo business name

I have my payments for my online nutrition coaching going in to my tattoo business

Will this be ok ?

Occupation I’ve put business owner

Company I’ve added ,my tattoo business details

Is this correct?

Or do I need to add my nutrition coaching details?

And change occupation to free freelance?

Many thanks
2 comments
Jan 16, 2025
a year ago
Hi! Has anyone successfully applied for the DTV visa as a freelancer or business owner from Jakarta, Indonesia? I’m curious about the financial requirements.. how many months of bank statements do they ask for?

It’d be great if you could share what documents you submitted. Thanks so much for your help!
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