Oh god, here we go again — people acting like immigration officers in the comments.

Let’s get a few things straight.

There are thousands of content creators promoting Thailand through videos, blogs, and photos. Most are on visa exemption, visa on arrival, or the DTV visa.

If your YouTube channel or online business is monetized outside Thailand and your income is generated outside Thailand — which is the case for most creators — then you’re likely operating within the scope of the DTV visa.

The Destination Thailand Visa (DTV), especially under the “Workcation” category, is specifically designed for remote workers and freelancers employed by or earning from foreign entities. If you’re making content as part of your remote or freelance work, you may fall under this definition.

In my case, I submitted a complete portfolio — clearly stating that I create travel content globally, including Thailand. I provided my YouTube channel name and URL. If that was an issue, my visa wouldn’t have been approved in just 5 days.

Do I generate money in Thailand or take money for promoting business based in Thailand. No.

The day I do, I will convert my DTV to business class visa.

Yes, immigration rules may vary slightly depending on the consulate, embassy, or local immigration office. But instead of blindly following random opinions from strangers online — many of whom have never worked as a digital nomad or verified the information from a IO. — just do the smart thing: contact the Thai Labor Department or immigration office directly for proper clarification.

I tried with many dealers and got turned down even with 50% upfront payment. Still hunting

@Paul ********

Thank you for the confirmation. So much misinformation online 🤦‍♂️

@Siggi ******

it was our first time and they asked us to come in-person when we applied for Certificate of Residence.

@Paul ********

oops, corrected. It's a common term in nomad groups 🤦‍♂️

@Stephan **********

Thank you 👍

@Ken ********

No, our 90 days reporting is due on August 02nd. Officer checked some chart and told us to come anytime after July 16th for 90 days reporting.

@Brandon ***********

Yes, officer took photos of our passports and TM30 and sent it to some senior officer for approval. Good learning for us 👍

@Wannikea ********

Yes, it was our first time and a good learning. Thank you 👍

@Alex ********

Meaning we overpaid at Blue Tree. Good learning for us.

Thank you ☺️