Don't show the pdf when leaving but will likely need to show the pdf when you return.

Two completely separate things. One is a visa that allows you to stay for up to 180 days, and the 90 day report is to update immigration where your staying during that time.

Do you know if you even need a visa?? Which country is your passport from and how long do you plan to stay?

I ask because this is probably one of the largest determining factor if you even need a visa at all.

@Brian ********

it's fine and quaint that you don't care but it's great that Brandon is sharing factual information to help others on this page that might want to learn the complete picture of requirements and restrictions for when they go to Laos. The information is relevant and helpful and that's what this group is all about.

Thanks for sharing your experience and thanks to Brandon for sharing the broader picture that others might need to know.

Once you have the visa you can go wherever you like within Thailand.

You do need to report your address to the local immigration office whenever you stay for more than 90 continuous days within the country.

And if you stay over 180 days within a calendar year, then you're supposedly considered a tax resident.

No. There isn't a deadline for the first visit under DTV. There is a visa validity period and you can enter at any time during that validity.

If you leave the country and enter the country again it is a "re-entry".

When I applied as a remote worker they did look at income coming into my bank account. I think it was for two purposes 1) confirm the remote work is real 2) make sure have money to live on

But the bigger focus was on the bank balance and other paperwork showing my company approval to work remotely and the company registration documents

It doesn't matter if cooking, remote nomad work, muay thai or underwater basket weaving... can only apply for DTV outside of Thailand. You must be in the country that you apply. Some allow tourists to apply, others only allow permanent residents or citizens.

It is a chance for them to ask questions, get clarification or otherwise evaluate your application. It is better than being denied without a chance to clarify.