DTV visa Thailand: 5 years, up to 180 days per entry
The DTV suits remote workers and people taking Thai courses or treatment. You need at least 500,000 THB and may not work for Thai employers or clients.
- Valid 5 years, multiple entries
- Up to 180 days per entry
- At least 500,000 THB
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DTV at a glance
From the official pages, checked 25 October 2026
- Validity
- 5 yearsMultiple entries
- Stay per entry
- Up to 180 daysCan be extended once, inside Thailand, by up to 180 days
- Money
- 500,000 THBAt least this amount
- Work
- No Thai workRemote work for employers and clients outside Thailand is fine
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DTV requirements at a glance
From the Thai embassies in London and Budapest. Each embassy publishes its own list, so details differ by where you apply.
- Visa validity
- 5 years, multiple entries Source: Royal Thai Embassy London, DTV
- Stay per entry
- Up to 180 days Can be extended once, inside Thailand, by up to 180 days. After that you leave and re-enter on the same visa. Source: Royal Thai Embassy London, DTV
- Who it is for
- Remote workers, digital nomads and freelancers; people doing Thai activities such as Muay Thai, Thai cooking or medical treatment; and their spouse and children Source: Royal Thai Embassy London, DTV
- Money
- At least 500,000 THB Budapest asks for a 6-month official bank statement and does not accept crypto or investment statements. Source: Royal Thai Embassy Budapest, DTV
- Work
- No Thai work permit, no work for companies in Thailand, no freelance work for Thai clients Source: Royal Thai Embassy Budapest, DTV
- Activities
- A Thai activity should run for at least 6 months Shorter courses risk a refusal, according to the Budapest embassy. Source: Royal Thai Embassy Budapest, DTV
- Visa fee
- Set by each embassy in local currency London lists GBP 300, Budapest EUR 350. Source: Royal Thai Embassy London, DTV
- Where to apply
- Where you live: London asks for proof of permanent residence in the UK or Ireland, Budapest for proof of your current location Source: Royal Thai Embassy London, DTV
Read on the official pages linked above on 25 October 2026.
The three DTV categories
Workcation. Digital nomads, remote workers, foreign talent and freelancers. London asks for an employment contract or certificate, or a portfolio that shows your freelance work.
Thai soft power activities. For example Muay Thai, Thai cooking, sports training, medical treatment, seminars or music festivals. You show a confirmation from the school, event or hospital.
Family. The spouse and children under 20 of a DTV holder, with proof of the relationship.
London also asks every applicant for a police certificate issued within the last 6 months.
Who the DTV suits
- You work remotely for clients or an employer outside Thailand.
- You want to spend long stretches in Thailand over the next few years, not settle for good.
- You can show 500,000 THB in savings.
When another visa fits better
- You want to settle long-term. Compare Thailand Privilege and the LTR visa.
- You need to work for a Thai company. The DTV does not allow that; ask about a work permit route or the LTR.
- You are 50 or over and retired. The retirement visa may be simpler.
DTV visa FAQ
How long can I stay on a DTV?
The visa is valid for 5 years with multiple entries. Each entry gives you up to 180 days, which can be extended once inside Thailand by up to 180 days. Then you must leave and can come back on the same visa while it is valid.
How much money do I need for the DTV?
At least 500,000 THB. The embassy in London puts it at no less than GBP 12,000 (500,000 THB). Checked 25 October 2026.
Can I work in Thailand on a DTV?
You can keep working remotely for employers and clients outside Thailand. The Thai embassy in Budapest says DTV holders cannot get a Thai work permit, work for companies in Thailand or do freelance work for Thai clients.
Can I bring my family on a DTV?
Yes. The spouse and children under 20 of a DTV holder can apply in the family category with proof of relationship and their own proof of funds.
How much does the DTV cost?
Each embassy sets the fee in its own currency. London lists GBP 300 and Budapest EUR 350. Check the embassy where you will apply.
Is the DTV a good visa for moving to Thailand for good?
The Budapest embassy says the DTV is meant for its stated purposes and not for long-term relocation. If you want to settle, compare the retirement visa, the LTR visa and Thailand Privilege.
Can I use a DTV to put my child in a Thai school?
No. The Budapest embassy says a DTV for a child whose main purpose is school will not be accepted; a Non-ED visa is the route for that.
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