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Question: If I have approved my DTV Visa, and I'm planning to come to Thailand soon, do I need a flight return ticket showing the date (within 180 days) that I will be leaving from Thailand, or can I come in with just the ticket to Thailand?
Same, What if you don't have a registered company or contracts with anyone but just work online as a freelancer taking payments through wise etc? I am a recruiter so I don't have any portfolio apart from messages on various platforms organising interviews. Is that enough evidence?
They are chagrining 500 us dollars or 15,000 baht for the fee to provide the service. You also have to pay 10,000 baht or about 340 dollars for the Thai Visa Fee. Total costs is about 25,000 baht or 700 dollars
They are aboard, as you would have to apply through them from aboard, depends on the country where you're at. Check out this link to see their addresses: www.thaiembassy.org/
What if you don't have a registered company, website or contracts with anyone but just work online as a freelancer taking payments through wise etc? I am a recruiter so I don't have any portfolio apart from messages on various platforms organising interviews. Is that enough evidence?
I've been wondering about this too. If you're in the US it might be worth it to register a business to "legitimize" your work. Hopefully as more people actually go through the process we'll se what works and what does not.
If you do not have 500,000 baht in your bank, at this time, you can still submit a sponsor letter. Unfortunantely they did not mention that in this video.
i am 70 and will have medical treatments and would like soft activities like scuba and snorkeling and music festivals. but i don’t see anything really listed for music festivals. and scuba and snorkeling is not listed even though there is a huge industry surrounding both activities in Thailand. muay thai sounds good and i wonder, being 68 now, will inspectors come and expect me to be able to do spinning back kicks in my first year of training?
Hello. I own several real estate properties outside of Thailand, that would allow me to support myself in Thailand, out of rental income. Do I qualify for this visa? Thank you 🙏
No one? I've seen many people talking about taxes. If you're in Thailand for more than 180 days, you are a tax resident and subject to tax reporting. It's fairly straightforward...
No one is talking about also that although you stay 180 days or more per calendar year in Thailand to become a tax resident, it does NOT mean that you must pay taxes in Thailand.
How about a freelance photo/videographer with work history of the contracts of companies from France, Italy, Thai Pei...? Can I be eligible to apply for the DTV visa?
As someone like me , going to apply for Soft power way .. all i worry about is what if i paid for classes big amount of money/ then takes all the documents to the embassy then i get refused for any reason?! Can you do that for me ? Like applying for me in mauy thai school and make the work done ? With Guarantee to return the money if its not accepted by the immigration / except they work fees
Hmmm it’s business neither the agent or Thailand immigration will return your money. But good thing if you go with agents they have connections and know the work arounds for high chance of approval.
im a full time amateur cyclist and genuinely coming to thailand for half the year to train. there is no official "training or schools" for it but can this somehow qualify under the sports training?
you seen the roads in Thailand, you might want to pick another place to do that lol, road deaths are huge here, they don't care about cyclists... amateur or professional.. pick a cooking school lol
@@Needlesslyannoying im from florida usa and no joke every other day, yup 150+ per year people are run over on bikes. worst in the world per square mile. plus roads are total dogshit.so anything is an improvement.
@@HeyWattsUpCycling well be safe on Thai roads, as the laws are different here, make sure you have good travel /health insurance and in the event of a accident, never pay what the police will demand you pay, even if it means you are locked up for the night, get a lawyer first.. weird blame culture here, in that if you weren't here as a tourist there wouldn't of been an accident
so if you attend 1 music festival you can stay 5 years? and the leave to Malaysia, re-apply for another 5-year DTV and just need to attend another music fest? its so weird.
@@kayb4995 because you have to actually FIND a music festival. i don’t think they have music festivals, at least not like i am familiar with. i have actually been to over 200 music festivals.
No need for 90 days report. You are good for 180 days and the can ask for another 180 days extension. After the extension you need a border run and repeat: 180 + 180 till 5 years
hey so could you answer this and please be clear on this because a lot of people are saying different things. When i leave thailand and come back do i need to pay an additional 10k Baht to get another 180 days or do i get unlmited reset of the 180 days for the one time payment of 10k baht?
In theory, you only have to pay the 10k baht again if you extend your visa but if you fly out, you refresh your 180 days upon entry. The question is, what are the documents you have to present every time you go in the country.
@@daveb3987 I don't think you are correct - it will be 10k on the application and first 180 days and then if you want to extend for another 180 days is another 10k fee,
**WARNING I was Charged $650 CAD for the official DTV application and denied over a name typo. The application form has some unclear fields, including the NAME field which I entered my first and last name but should have put in my middle name. They flat out cancelled the application. I called in about the simple error and spoke with the fella that cancelled it in the Vancouver Embassy, he was a stone wall about how simple the error was. I also Asked why it was double the price as all other embassy and he said that is just the way it was setup from Thailands side and they had no control. I'm going to have to try again but from Vietnam next where its actually only 10,000Baht.
@@SiamLegal What kind of documents do I need, as a youtuber? Is it enough to show the link of my channel, my salary, and photos of my channel? And of course document of my bank account with 500 000 thb? Thank you very much!
This leaves two variations which nobody seems to be able to clarify Once granted a DTV: 1) You come in to Thailand and "work" as a digital nomad serving USA clients only. (No Thai clients ever) Doing say web development or graphics or content writing... On day 179 you depart to say Vietnam for 7/12/45 whatever days as a 'visa run' then return to Thailand for another 179 days Then do another 'visa run' to say Cambodia for 7 days and return. This restarts the 180 day cycle again - do this for 5 years then reapply, pay another 10k and start again. 2) You come to Thailand and 'work' as a digital nomad for 179 days then go out the country. Two years later (so within 5 years) you return for 180 days, work and then extend it (the once allowed) for another 180 days, then leave. Your visa is now expended - reapply. These are different variables which are in the air...anyone???
The DTV information on the ministry of foreign affairs website explicitly states you can stay for 180 days, extend for 180 days, leave and come back for another 180 days.
@@DavidPotterson Thanks very much for the feedback. It was getting a bit fuzzy to me! With so many different opinions expressed by so many different people it was getting like a dog chasing tail moment...
@@jeffreycordova9082 Thanks Jeffrey. I chased that down and had a good read. Overthinking on my part - as usual. Just that I would hate to get wrong...
You said the visa holder can stay for 180 days after entry, but this isn’t accurate. If I come for 3 months, leave and come back a month later I don’t have up to 180 extra days. It’s only 180 days per calendar year.
@@DavidPotterson oh my… I just confirmed this. You are right, in theory this is essentially v a full 5-year visa as long as you exit once a year and come back.
@@WinnerTube actually, no. If you want to extend it in the same year, my understanding is that there is some sort of an extension fee. In any case, I am liable for taxes in Thailand if I stay over 179 days, so it's not something I'd be interested in.
@@himpoet that makes sense i’d probably do the same thing for tax reasons. so all you have to do is leave and then come back then the DTV the restarts correct?
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Scam bro
@@PopTartLee why haha
Hi I trade in blue chip shares when the opportunity arises would I be able to obtain this visa.
Question: If I have approved my DTV Visa, and I'm planning to come to Thailand soon, do I need a flight return ticket showing the date (within 180 days) that I will be leaving from Thailand, or can I come in with just the ticket to Thailand?
what I want to know is what qualifies as a portfolio of work? Do you have any insight into that? Thanks!
Same, What if you don't have a registered company or contracts with anyone but just work online as a freelancer taking payments through wise etc? I am a recruiter so I don't have any portfolio apart from messages on various platforms organising interviews. Is that enough evidence?
This is great
Hi can you tell me how much siam legal or other visa agencies are charging to do the paperwork for this visa.
They are chagrining 500 us dollars or 15,000 baht for the fee to provide the service. You also have to pay 10,000 baht or about 340 dollars for the Thai Visa Fee. Total costs is about 25,000 baht or 700 dollars
Great video ! Do the Royal thai Embassy or the Royal Thai consulate General are based in Bangkok ? I can't find the adress to go there
They are aboard, as you would have to apply through them from aboard, depends on the country where you're at. Check out this link to see their addresses: www.thaiembassy.org/
What if you don't have a registered company, website or contracts with anyone but just work online as a freelancer taking payments through wise etc? I am a recruiter so I don't have any portfolio apart from messages on various platforms organising interviews. Is that enough evidence?
I've been wondering about this too. If you're in the US it might be worth it to register a business to "legitimize" your work. Hopefully as more people actually go through the process we'll se what works and what does not.
If you do not have 500,000 baht in your bank, at this time, you can still submit a sponsor letter. Unfortunantely they did not mention that in this video.
I think sponsor letter is applicable for dependents application. You have sources other than this? 😊
i am 70 and will have medical treatments and would like soft activities like scuba and snorkeling and music festivals. but i don’t see anything really listed for music festivals. and scuba and snorkeling is not listed even though there is a huge industry surrounding both activities in Thailand. muay thai sounds good and i wonder, being 68 now, will inspectors come and expect me to be able to do spinning back kicks in my first year of training?
So one ticket event for music festival is ok? I contacted cooking schools and they said no as course too short
I have been trying to find information about the Course requirements. Nobody is talking about that. I don’t work.
Hello. I own several real estate properties outside of Thailand, that would allow me to support myself in Thailand, out of rental income. Do I qualify for this visa? Thank you 🙏
Is Medical treatment included in pregnacy and child birth ?
NO one is talking about taxes while on a DTV. My understanding is after 180 days even on the DTV you will be taxed
Right. This is likely the entire reason they did it
No one? I've seen many people talking about taxes. If you're in Thailand for more than 180 days, you are a tax resident and subject to tax reporting. It's fairly straightforward...
Yes , just like in most countries. Its alwayes 180 days @@jeffreycordova9082
No one is talking about also that although you stay 180 days or more per calendar year in Thailand to become a tax resident, it does NOT mean that you must pay taxes in Thailand.
You have to make a visa run after 180 days.
How about a freelance photo/videographer with work history of the contracts of companies from France, Italy, Thai Pei...? Can I be eligible to apply for the DTV visa?
Hi, so does the financial evidence (500 000 THB) have to be in Thai currency in my bank account or can it be the same amount but in USD? Thank you
After getting a DTV visa, how does a spouse travel with the DTV holder?
90 days reporting requirements apply DTV ?
Can you get or renew a Thai license with the DTV?
Hello, I am Belgian citizen but not planning to go back soon. Can I apply (in person) in another country like japan or Philippines?
You can apply the DTV through the Thai embassy aboard, or contact us for Thai visa assistance!
As someone like me , going to apply for Soft power way ..
all i worry about is what if i paid for classes big amount of money/ then takes all the documents to the embassy then i get refused for any reason?!
Can you do that for me ? Like applying for me in mauy thai school and make the work done ? With Guarantee to return the money if its not accepted by the immigration / except they work fees
Hmmm it’s business neither the agent or Thailand immigration will return your money. But good thing if you go with agents they have connections and know the work arounds for high chance of approval.
@@kokey10100 thanks , do you recommend any agents website?
is dtv good for people that are married to thai national ?
Can we open bank account with this visa in Thailand?
Yes for sure
No
@@PopTartLee yea I checked with them u can open
@@Carrie1111-j9x that's 👍....lol.hahaha.
@@PopTartLee yep
If i'm a USA citizen and am in Thailand already. Can I apply can retrieve the visa while in Thailand (On my tourist visa)?
No it can't be obtained within Thailand.
Nope but you can apply on neighboring countries. Siam Legal assist on that.
can you please give details on the vibrant music scene ?
Is there an extra fee for bringing spouse and children?
Thumbs up 👍 Siam Legal
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Can I come to Thailand for 180 days a year holiday, 3x 60 days yes !
im a full time amateur cyclist and genuinely coming to thailand for half the year to train. there is no official "training or schools" for it but can this somehow qualify under the sports training?
Soft power activities seems difficult to decipher as of the moment.
@@DavidPotterson I would agree!
you seen the roads in Thailand, you might want to pick another place to do that lol, road deaths are huge here, they don't care about cyclists... amateur or professional.. pick a cooking school lol
@@Needlesslyannoying im from florida usa and no joke every other day, yup 150+ per year people are run over on bikes. worst in the world per square mile. plus roads are total dogshit.so anything is an improvement.
@@HeyWattsUpCycling well be safe on Thai roads, as the laws are different here, make sure you have good travel /health insurance and in the event of a accident, never pay what the police will demand you pay, even if it means you are locked up for the night, get a lawyer first.. weird blame culture here, in that if you weren't here as a tourist there wouldn't of been an accident
Can we do part-time job?
Why do you need 180 days to go to a music festival?
EXACTLY! 🤪 It’s Thailand a lot of weird stuffs.
Yeah, we have to see if someone got approved on these soft power activities as it looks tricky. But good visa tho!
so if you attend 1 music festival you can stay 5 years? and the leave to Malaysia, re-apply for another 5-year DTV and just need to attend another music fest? its so weird.
@@Rudy1150 I know. It really is so weird. Maybe it’s for people who are in music festivals that will travel the country? Who knows
@@kayb4995 because you have to actually FIND a music festival. i don’t think they have music festivals, at least not like i am familiar with. i have actually been to over 200 music festivals.
Do I have to report report evey 90 days on DTV or am I good for 180 days
No need for 90 days report. You are good for 180 days and the can ask for another 180 days extension. After the extension you need a border run and repeat: 180 + 180 till 5 years
hey so could you answer this and please be clear on this because a lot of people are saying different things.
When i leave thailand and come back do i need to pay an additional 10k Baht to get another 180 days or do i get unlmited reset of the 180 days for the one time payment of 10k baht?
You pay once for the visa, sticker in your passport and you’re done.
I don't think anybody can give you a clear answer on that yet. Lots do but without substance.
In theory, you only have to pay the 10k baht again if you extend your visa but if you fly out, you refresh your 180 days upon entry. The question is, what are the documents you have to present every time you go in the country.
@@DavidPotterson well, we will find out soon 😂
@@daveb3987 I don't think you are correct - it will be 10k on the application and first 180 days and then if you want to extend for another 180 days is another 10k fee,
**WARNING I was Charged $650 CAD for the official DTV application and denied over a name typo. The application form has some unclear fields, including the NAME field which I entered my first and last name but should have put in my middle name. They flat out cancelled the application. I called in about the simple error and spoke with the fella that cancelled it in the Vancouver Embassy, he was a stone wall about how simple the error was. I also Asked why it was double the price as all other embassy and he said that is just the way it was setup from Thailands side and they had no control. I'm going to have to try again but from Vietnam next where its actually only 10,000Baht.
Thank you nappingnomads for sharing your experience with the DTV with us.
Hello I have been married to a Thai lady for 16yrs
Under this DTV as a spouse am I entitled to this visa as a spouse
Absolutely brilliant video, very helpful. Subscribed….
Why is taking Thai language classes not included in "soft power" activities for this Visa?
Maybe because Thailand has an existing visa for that - the ED visa.
Can a youtuber/vlogger apply for this visa? Thank you very much!
anyone can apply for it
Yes, absolutely!
No.
@@SiamLegal thank you very much!
@@SiamLegal What kind of documents do I need, as a youtuber? Is it enough to show the link of my channel, my salary, and photos of my channel? And of course document of my bank account with 500 000 thb? Thank you very much!
I am legally married to a Thai lady
Does that mean I am entitled to a DTV as a spouse
In this case, we recommend you to apply for Thai marriage visa. They have different benefits but Thai marriage visa is less complicated.
This leaves two variations which nobody seems to be able to clarify
Once granted a DTV:
1) You come in to Thailand and "work" as a digital nomad serving USA clients only. (No Thai clients ever) Doing say web development or graphics or content writing...
On day 179 you depart to say Vietnam for 7/12/45 whatever days as a 'visa run' then return to Thailand for another 179 days
Then do another 'visa run' to say Cambodia for 7 days and return.
This restarts the 180 day cycle again - do this for 5 years then reapply, pay another 10k and start again.
2) You come to Thailand and 'work' as a digital nomad for 179 days then go out the country. Two years later (so within 5 years) you return for 180 days, work and then extend it (the once allowed) for another 180 days, then leave. Your visa is now expended - reapply.
These are different variables which are in the air...anyone???
All is correct!
Multiple entry for 5yrs
180 days per entry
Can extend 1 time per entry
Fly out to refresh 180 and 1 extension
The DTV information on the ministry of foreign affairs website explicitly states you can stay for 180 days, extend for 180 days, leave and come back for another 180 days.
@@DavidPotterson Thanks very much for the feedback. It was getting a bit fuzzy to me! With so many different opinions expressed by so many different people it was getting like a dog chasing tail moment...
@@jeffreycordova9082 Thanks Jeffrey. I chased that down and had a good read. Overthinking on my part - as usual. Just that I would hate to get wrong...
@@Darryl_Smith No problem, I wish YT would let me paste the link to it, but my comment keeps getting removed every time include the url source.
Siam legal nows more than the goverment again :D. good advertisment
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Where are all the videos of people being declined and for what reason. Surely not every single person that applies gets it.
Broke digital nomads....lol.hahaha
HAHAHA
Sorry but your video didn’t provide any value that we can’t read our self🤡
Don’t watch it then! LOL clown
You said the visa holder can stay for 180 days after entry, but this isn’t accurate. If I come for 3 months, leave and come back a month later I don’t have up to 180 extra days. It’s only 180 days per calendar year.
You’re wrong. It’s 180 days per entry for 5 yrs.
@@DavidPotterson oh my… I just confirmed this. You are right, in theory this is essentially v a full 5-year visa as long as you exit once a year and come back.
@@himpoet So we can basically stay for 179 days, leave, comeback. Stay another 179 days and repeat this process up to 5 years?
@@WinnerTube actually, no. If you want to extend it in the same year, my understanding is that there is some sort of an extension fee. In any case, I am liable for taxes in Thailand if I stay over 179 days, so it's not something I'd be interested in.
@@himpoet that makes sense i’d probably do the same thing for tax reasons. so all you have to do is leave and then come back then the DTV the restarts correct?