Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)
The 5-year visa for remote workers & soft-power stays
The DTV is Thailand’s first visa built for digital nomads and long-stay enthusiasts. It is valid for five years, allows multiple entries and up to 180 days per stay (extendable once by another 180 days).
Key facts
- Validity
- 5 years, multiple entry
- Stay per entry
- Up to 180 days (+180 extension)
- Proof of funds
- 500,000 THB
- Processing
- ~5-15 working days
Best for
- Employees and freelancers working remotely for non-Thai companies
- Digital entrepreneurs and online business owners
- People here for Muay Thai, Thai cooking, sports or medical treatment
- Spouses and children of a main DTV holder
Main requirements
- 500,000 THB in a personal account, seasoned 3+ months
- Employment contract, portfolio or business proof
- Passport valid 6+ months and recent photo
- Proof of soft-power activity (where relevant)
How we run your case
The repeatable workflow behind this route, with the checkpoint and risk we watch.
- 1
Intake & eligibility
Confirm nationality, remote-work / soft-power proof, and that 500,000 THB is available, before any fee.
- 2
Fund-seasoning check
Verify the 500k has been held ≥3 months. If not, we set a timeline before filing, the #1 rejection cause.
- 3
Document strategy
Format employment, portfolio or business proof plus bank statements to the standard your chosen embassy accepts.
- 4
e-Visa submission
Complete and file the online application. Embassy selection is part of the strategy, not an afterthought.
- 5
Track & respond
Monitor the case, answer any request for evidence quickly, and manage the rising-rejection risk proactively.
- 6
Approve + extension plan
Deliver the 5-year visa and schedule the reminder for your 180-day extension.
How we help
Frequently asked questions
Who qualifies for the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)?
The DTV is designed for people earning or engaging from abroad: employees and freelancers working remotely for non-Thai companies, digital entrepreneurs and online business owners, and those here for soft-power activities like Muay Thai, Thai cooking, sports, or medical treatment. Spouses and children of a main DTV holder can be included too. If you're unsure which category fits you, we'll confirm your eligibility before you spend a baht.
How long is the DTV valid and how long can I stay each visit?
The DTV is valid for five years and allows multiple entries. Each entry lets you stay up to 180 days, and that stay can be extended once by a further 180 days while you're in Thailand.
What proof of funds and documents do I need?
You'll need 500,000 THB in a personal account, seasoned for at least three months, plus evidence of your work such as an employment contract, portfolio, or business proof. Your passport should be valid for six months or more, with a recent photo, and proof of your soft-power activity where relevant.
What does Gateway Siam handle, and what's the most common pitfall?
We confirm you qualify, build a bank-statement and document strategy that embassies accept, complete and submit your e-visa application, and manage your 180-day extension when the time comes. The most common slip-up is the funds requirement: the 500,000 THB must sit seasoned in your account for three or more months, not deposited at the last minute.
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