Congrats! 🙂

I was approved in just 8 business days. I used a similar format but provided a bit more than what was requested — 4 months of bank statements, 3 months of pay stubs, and my tax returns. I also included multiple proofs of current residence, a summary of my income, and my employment contract.

Workcation (digital nomad/remote worker/foreign talent/freelancer)

Nongnuch Kamdee Under the “workcation” category, being a remote worker is just one possible qualification. You could just as easily be a freelancer or employed elsewhere — the key requirement is simply that your income originates from outside of Thailand. That’s what matters, not your specific job title or arrangement

With that said, I’d still recommend confirming that your employer is okay with you working remotely from Thailand. That’s just common sense. But as far as the DTV visa application itself goes, the embassy doesn’t ask for that information or require any proof of employer permission.

@John *********

That’s not necessarily true. At no point during the application process does it ask for your employer’s permission. The requirements are straightforward — proof of employment or contract, recent bank statements, and proof of residence. Nowhere does it request a letter or statement from your employer granting permission for the visa. How do I know this? Because I was just approved for the DTV visa myself. At no point did I provide any proof or documentation showing that my employer gave me permission — it was never asked for

In Thailand, the 90-day check-in (often called 90-day reporting) is a legal requirement for foreigners staying in the country long-term. Here’s a clear breakdown:

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🇹🇭 What It Is

If you’re staying in Thailand for more than 90 consecutive days on a non-immigrant visa, retirement visa, marriage visa, education visa, or work permit, you must report your current address to Thai Immigration every 90 days.

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📅 When to Report

• You must report within 15 days before or 7 days after your 90-day period ends.

• The 90-day count starts from the date you first entered Thailand or the date of your last 90-day report.

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🧾 How to Do It

There are 4 main ways to complete your 90-day report:

1. In Person –

Go to your local Immigration Office (e.g., Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Pattaya, etc.).

Bring:

• Passport

• TM.6 Departure Card (if still used — some airports stopped issuing them)

• TM.47 Form (90-day reporting form)

• Copy of passport info page, visa page, and latest entry stamp

2. By Mail –

Send the TM.47 form, passport copies, and a self-addressed stamped envelope to your Immigration Office at least 15 days before the due date.

3. Online –

You can report online here (for eligible visa holders):

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• Must use a Thai IP address

• Can be done 15–7 days before the due date

• Works only for subsequent reports, not the first 90 days

4. Through an agent –

If you use a visa service or legal firm, they can usually handle the check-in for you.

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🚫 If You Miss the Deadline

• Fine: 2,000–5,000 THB, and may increase if caught during an inspection.

• Repeated or severe violations can cause visa issues.

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🧠 Good to Know

• Leaving Thailand resets your 90-day count upon re-entry.

• The 90-day report is not a visa renewal — it’s only an address confirmation.

• If you change your residence, you must also report it within 24 hours (TM.30 form).

@Stuart ********

Can do 14 days early 7 days late no problem

@Hans ********

incorrect information.

@Michael *******

negative. I applied for my DTV in the states. I’m a remote worker.

check here for best option…. It’s really dependent on individual situation.

I have my drivers license and bank account w/ DTV. You need to have a certificate of residency to get a driver license in Thailand. You get that once you take your lease to immigration!