Discover the Destination Thailand Visa: Your gateway to long-term stays

What is the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)?
The Thai government has introduced the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) to boost tourism, an important sector for the country. This new visa is designed for long-term immigrant workers and digital nomads.

Key Features of the DTV Visa

- Duration: Stay up to 180 days.

- Validity: Visa is valid for five years.

- Fee: 10,000 baht for issuance.

- Extension: Extend your stay for another 180 days with an additional 10,000 baht fee.

- Change of Visa: You can request to change the type of visa within Thailand, but this will cancel the DTV.

It is important to understand that the DTV does not allow for a continuous stay of five years. Instead, it allows two separate 180-day stays within a five-year period, each requiring a 10,000 Baht fee.

Destination Thailand Visa Benefits

- Long-stay: Stay in Thailand for up to 180 days each year.

- Extension: Extend your stay by 180 days once with a 10,000 Baht fee.

- **Flexibility**: Change visa type within the country, although this will end the DTV.

Requirements for a DTV Visa

To apply for a DTV, you need to:

- Be at least 20 years old.

- Must show proof of financial support or guarantor with a credit limit of at least 500,000 Baht.

- Must provide proof of valid employment with a potentially registered company (details expected by early June).

Compared to other Asian countries, the financial requirement for Thailand's DTV is low. For example, the digital nomad visa in Malaysia requires an annual income of US$24,000, while Japan requires US$68,000.

Working in Thailand with a DTV Visa
While specific work details are still pending, it is anticipated that you can work online for clients overseas while in Thailand. However, working for a Thai company will require a proper work permit.

Fees
- Visa fee: 10,000 Baht.
- Extension fee: Additional 10,000 Baht for a one-time 180-day extension.

How to apply for a destination Thailand visa
The official application process is yet to be confirmed, but it is expected that you can apply through a Thai immigration office or a Thai consulate or embassy.

Additional benefits
With DTV, you can bring along your legal dependents, including:
- Your legal spouse.
- Your children under the age of 20.

Availability
Detailed information about DTV will be available from June 1, 2024. The visa is expected to be fully operational by June 2025, part of Thailand's efforts to increase its appeal to remote workers and digital