One Step Closer To Our Thai Dream. Non O Visa has been accepted..Time for the next step!!!! Bank account and sim to our name. Suggestions?

Hello everyone,

I’m an Afghan citizen and have been living and working in Bangkok for nearly 10 years through my own company.

I’d like to bring my father (60) and brother (30) to live with me. My brother has a mental disability and cannot work, and my father is retired. They simply want to stay here peacefully and travel back to Afghanistan occasionally.

As many of you know, it’s very difficult for Afghan citizens to obtain tourist visas—including for Thailand.

So I have one main question and would really appreciate your advice:

What is the best way for them to enter Thailand and stay long-term, similar to how I renew my visa annually?

Thank you in advance for your advice!

*P.S. Afghan citizens apply for Thai visas in Islamabad, Pakistan.*

Hello Everyone,

I am currently in Malaysia on Digital Nomad visa and I am planning to apply for DTV.

I originally saw this requirement

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I certainly meet that. No issues.

I was about to apply from Kuala Lumpur but I just saw someone posting this in the group

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And now I am not sure what to do.

I work for a US company (I am from Pakistan), I don't think they will hand me over their Business Registration Doc and I will be able to "Stamp" it from US embassy.

Also how (and why) they expect someone to get a long term stay in Thailand without actually getting the visa ?

I am sure everyone want's to see the place, know the area before getting a place for long term. Will they accept a 6 month AirBNB booking ? Or you need to get a lease ?

Should I apply from KL?

I am also thinking to visit Bali for 2/3 weeks and wondering if I can apply from there. (But I will be on Tourist visa there).

Any help here ?

Good day to everyone

I would like to ask you all about transferring money from overseas into my Thai bank account.

WISE asks for the reason so you click ( long stay in Thailand) something like that.

Western Union hasn’t got this reason. Does it matter or not.

Thank you 🙏 all

Quick question - been preparing for DTV APPLICATION through research and having completed 7 trips to Thailand since 2021. In your educated opinions, instead of me visiting once or twice per year on (now 60 day visa free entry) to spend time in The Kingdom and with my Thai GF of 4 years, does anyone agree that getting the DTV would make more sense for me? I am fully qualified with more than 5 years of online work easily proven (i am a copywriter) and the necessary funds as well. Thanks in advance for some sensible advice.

First entry on 20th Jun after getting my DTV approved on 17th May. It took me literally 2 min to go thru inmigration in Bangkok. Showed my DTV (printed copy), alongside passport and TDAC to thw officer. No questions asked. Allowed to stay until 16th dec. Will leave earlier than that for business reasons, but it feels so good not to worry about length of my stay for the first time ever.

Hey I am looking into the 5 Year Muay Thai DTV Visa. I am speaking to a few different gyms for training.

Will the 5 Year DTV Visa for Muay Thai be available in 2026? As it would give me more time to prepare for all of the requirements (savings, course payments, flights and accommodation)

I am thinking to go back out to Thailand this October and November for 2 months to actually go to the gyms in person as well before committing.

Please any info would be great - I would hate to miss out on this DTV Visa Opportunity

Apologize in advance if this has been asked before. I'm 52, I'm planning to move to Thailand. I did my research but got me a bit overwhelmed by what visa i should apply for. A friend advised me to get a ED visa since i wanted to learn Thai. Does it require a certain amount in your bank balance to show as well?

Hello everyone - maybe a bit of a weird one 🐶

But, I am hoping of making a long term move to Thailand going down the DTV route but initially coming in as a tourist. I’ve been preparing my dog for a move (she came with me from Mexico > Europe) but just noticed that the import certificate is only valid for 60 days.

Does anyone know if these dog import certificates can be extended or have experience with owning a “foreign” dog in Thailand for a period longer than 60 days? Or can dogs do “visa runs” too, seems unlikely as paperwork is so difficult to import/export in the first place.

Any advice super appreciated! Already reached out to Relo4Pets just waiting for them to get back to me and was curious to see if anyone else has been through this 🐶✨

My Experience Traveling to Thailand with the New DTV (Destination Thailand Visa) from India

Hi everyone, I wanted to share my recent travel experience using the new Digital Travel Visa (DTV), which might help others planning their trip.

I received my DTV in early March (I’ve already shared a thread on how I got it—check the group for details). I traveled to Bangkok on March 24th via IndiGo Airlines, but I faced an issue at check-in. The airline staff was unaware of the DTV and initially denied my check-in for not having a return ticket. They insisted that Indian passport holders are only allowed a 60-day stay. Unfortunately, I had weak internet and couldn’t open the official portal to show the updated guidelines.

After a few minutes, another staff member searched online and found the new visa rules, after which I was allowed to board.

✅ No issues at Indian immigration (Bengaluru Airport).

✅ At Bangkok immigration, I was in the regular line (while most Indians were sent to the visa exemption queue). I informed the officer about my DTV and mentioned I was looking for a house for long-term living. He asked about my work and whether I planned to buy property in Thailand. I replied yes, and he smiled and welcomed me warmly!

Key Takeaways for DTV Holders:

➡️ Many airlines are still unaware of the new DTV. Carry proof of your visa and be prepared to explain it.

➡️ Immigration officers in Thailand seem well-informed and welcoming.

➡️ Internet access at check-in is important—have screenshots or saved documents just in case.

Happy to share that I’ve now secured a beautiful villa in Phuket and will be relocating with my family next month! We are looking for like minded families to get along and friends for my 6 years young, energetic and English speaking daughter in Thalang. I'm a Entrepreneur and a Youtuber working from home.

Hope this helps others planning their journey. Feel free to ask if you have any questions!

Safe travels, everyone! ✈️