Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)
The DTV is Thailand's flexible long-stay visa for remote workers and soft-power activities, often called the digital nomad visa. Five years, up to 180 days per entry. We explain the requirements and help you prepare a clean application.
- Validity
- 5 years, multiple entry
- Stay per entry
- Up to 180 days per entry
- Visa fee
- Sources differ: 10,000 THB (The Thaiger) versus about 350 EUR in local currency (Royal Thai Embassy Budapest). Confirm on the e-Visa portal for your mission
- Proof of funds
- 500,000 THB in funds, shown with bank statements. ThaiEmbassy.com says the money must be held in a savings account for at least 3 months, so confirm with your mission
- Minimum age
- 20 years (spouse and children under 20 can apply as dependants)
- Who it is for
- Remote workers for non-Thai employers or clients, and soft-power activities such as Muay Thai or Thai cooking
- Work in Thailand
- Not for Thai employers or Thai clients; no Thai work permit on this visa
- Change from 31 Aug 2026
- Reported by one law firm (Issa Compass) for Thai missions, so treat it as provisional and confirm with your embassy: apply only where you are a citizen or can prove legal residence, plus a criminal record clearance certificate. Applications already submitted before 31 Aug 2026 follow the old rules
Sources: ThaiEmbassy.com - DTV guide · Eiglaw - London embassy rule (UK, Ireland, Overseas Territories) · Issa Compass - DTV rule change · Thai e-Visa (official)
What we help with
From eligibility check to a complete application. The decision is made by the Thai authorities.
- Eligibility assessment for the remote-work or soft-power track
- Document checklist tailored to your nationality and situation
- Proof-of-funds guidance for the 500,000 THB requirement
- Application preparation, review and submission support
- Extension and re-entry planning across the five years
- Coordination of the 90-day report once you are here
How it works
Assess your case
We confirm which DTV track fits you and what evidence you will need, before you spend money on the application.
Prepare and check
We assemble and review the full document set, including your proof of funds, to reduce the risk of an avoidable rejection.
Apply and settle in
We support submission and, once approved, set up your 90-day reporting and re-entry planning.
Why use Sabai & Co.
The DTV is forgiving, but document errors can cause delays or rejection.
Right track, right evidence
We match you to the correct DTV category and prepare proof that meets the current standard.
Checked before submission
Document errors can cause delays or rejection. We review your documents before you submit.
Set up for the long haul
We plan your entries, extensions and 90-day reports across the full five years.
Frequently asked questions
What is the DTV visa?
The Destination Thailand Visa is a five-year, multiple-entry long-stay visa for remote workers and soft-power activities, with stays of up to 180 days per entry.
How much money do I need for the DTV?
The headline requirement is around 500,000 THB in available funds, shown to a defined standard. We guide exactly how to evidence this for your situation.
Can I work in Thailand on a DTV?
You can do remote work for clients or employers outside Thailand. It does not grant the right to take employment with a Thai company; for that you need a work permit route.
How much does the DTV cost?
Sources differ: 10,000 THB according to The Thaiger, and about 350 EUR in local currency according to the Royal Thai Embassy in Budapest. Confirm the fee for your mission on the Thai e-Visa portal. No official processing time was found in our sources.
Do I still need to do a 90-day report on the DTV?
Yes. Like other long-stay visas, you report your address every 90 days. We can file it for you under our compliance plan.
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Get your DTV right the first time
Tell us about your work and funds and we will assess your DTV eligibility and prepare the application.