Big news for digital nomads and remote workers who have been considering living and working in Thailand! The “Land of Smiles” has launched a new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV), a new long-term tourist visa. As stated by the Thai embassy, this visa will allow holders to stay in Thailand and work remotely for companies or clients based in other countries, all without the usual immigration and tax worries.
What is the Destination Thailand Visa?
You will be eligible to get a 5-year multiple-entry visa if you successfully obtain a DTV. With the option to stay an additional 180 days, this permits you to spend a total of 180 days annually in Thailand.
Let’s elaborate on this by assuming a scenario where a person named X hopes to live and work in Thailand. They work remotely for a digital marketing company, where part of their job includes corresponding with US or any other European-based clients. For Rs 23,000, they can get a 5-year multiple-entry visa through Destination Thailand Visa (DTV). With this visa, they can spend a maximum of 180 days annually in Thailand, with the possibility to extend for an additional 180 days, for a total of 360 days.
With this arrangement, X can keep up their work and take advantage of Thailand’s delicious cuisine, scenic beaches, and vibrant culture.
How Much Does a DTV Visa Cost?
The cost of the Thailand Destination Visa is 10,000 THB, or around Rs 23,078).
Eligibility criteria for the DTV
A candidate must fulfil the following requirements to be qualified for the DTV:
- They must be 20 years of age or older.
- They need to have enough money to cover the cost of the visa.
- To fund their stay, they must demonstrate that they have at least 500,000 THB (about Rs 11,53,944) in their bank account.
- Proof of employment with a recognised company is required.
Activities covered by the DTV
If the purpose of your trip to Thailand is Muay Thai, then this visa is ideal for you.
- Thai food
- Instruction and conferences
- Sports medicine care
Advantages of The Thailand DTV Visa:
Compared to other Southeast Asian nations, the DTV has lower income criteria and visa costs. These aren’t just two benefits it provides.
- The 10,000 THB option is to extend the visa for another 180 days.
- Eligibility for citizens of ninety-three nations.
- The option to work remotely from Thailand for clients and businesses in other countries.
- Children under the age of twenty-one and your spouse are welcome.
- There are no taxes on foreign-sourced income, for stays of up to 180 days
Disadvantages of The Thailand DTV Visa:
There are some restrictions one must be aware of:
- Without a Thai work permit, you will not be permitted to work for a Thai company.
- Your DTV will end if you change the type of visa you have.
This initiative is of vital importance for remote workers and digital nomads. Wanderers who are eager to break the traditional constraints of their 9-5 jobs and work while exploring this gorgeous nation, Thailand awaits you!
