A 5-year, multiple-entry visa for digital nomads, remote workers, freelancers, foreign talent and those coming for Thai soft-power activities — Muay Thai, Thai culinary training and medical treatment — plus their spouses and children.
The Destination Thailand Visa gives long-term flexibility without the commitment of a work or immigrant visa.
5 years
Multiple entries throughout the validity period.
180 days
Per entry into Thailand.
+180 days
1-time extension at the Thai Immigration Bureau, not exceeding 180 days per entry.
Each entry allows a stay of up to 180 days. You may apply for a one-time extension of up to 180 days at the Thai Immigration Bureau. After the maximum stay of 180 days + 180 days, you need to depart the country and re-enter Thailand with the same DTV visa within the visa validity date.
Live & work in ThailandWith multiple entries and up to 180 days per stay, the DTV lets remote workers and soft-power visitors split their time between work, travel and discovery — from island shores to bustling cities — without restarting the visa process each year.
The DTV is open to three groups. Choose the category that fits your purpose and prepare the required documents listed below.
For digital nomads, remote workers, foreign talent and freelancers.
Required documents:
For activities such as Muay Thai, Thai culinary training and medical treatment.
Required documents:
For the spouse and children under 20 years old of DTV visa holders.
Required documents:
Two things every DTV applicant should keep in mind before and during their stay.
All three categories require 500,000 THB in financial evidence — for example bank statements or a sponsorship letter — showing funds of no less than 500,000 THB.
For an extension of stay, please contact the Immigration Bureau directly once you are in Thailand. The one-time extension of up to 180 days per entry is arranged with the Thai Immigration Bureau in Thailand.
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