@Marianne *******

All it would take is the IO noticing the date of issue on the visa and the entry/exit history. A few people posted about it happening last year but it wasn't common and there is nothing recent. Most did get let in but some had to get an "assist" to explain why the visa was issued in another country when they were physically in Thailand. Of course, impossible to say if it actually happened or if people just wanted attention.

Look into the LTR wealthy pensioner if your finances qualify or the OA. Either may be more suited to your requirements.

Yes, applied through Vancouver, July 2024. Main DTV approved in 2 hours, dependant in less then 24.

@Eric *******

I'd suggest you check the categories allowed for the DTV. Many of the options available are not covered under the LTR.

@Eric *******

the DTV is not specific to digital nomads, there are soft power groups as well and many people do stay longer. Are there people on it that are better suited to to retirement or LTR? Probably, but your comment that "we are all digital nomads" is incorrect.

@Paul ******

it's not actually. Some places, usually in highly toursited areas, do charge 3%. Just because you haven't experienced it does not mean it doesn't happen. You've probably never been hit by a bus or been in a plane crash, doesn't mean someone else hasn't experienced it.

We went through the Vancouver consulate and they accepted our marriage certificate. You can try to check with the embassy you'll be using, some have their own requirements.

Yes, we were on a retirement extension previously. We when left last year we didn't get the re-entry permit so they were no longer valid. We got our DTV's last July, have been in and out of Thailand 3 times since, no issues.

If the bank account is no big deal and you already travel so leaving every 180 days isn't a issue, then there aren't really any drawbacks. We switched from non o's to DTV's because it suits us better. Edit - you will get the fear mongering about they will be cancelled like what's happening with the current fraudulent ed visa's but if you get it legally, above board it should be okay. Those on ed visas who are actually attending schools and legally obtained their visas are fine. It is getting harder to meet the requirements for some, embassies worldwide are becoming stricter and each one is different. Also the extension requirements are similar to non o's in that you need to prove you still qualify and you still need to do the 90 days. Some people state they've been asked for proof of funds or other documents on re-entry, but to date, with 3 entries we never have.

Also Canadian, applied thru Vancouver consulate July 2024. We needed the equivalent of 1MM THB in our joint account. It had to be in a regular bank account not investment, crypto, etc. The Vancouver Consulate will respond to emails and calls.