Destination Thailand Visa (DTV): requirements, fees and stay
5-year visa for remote workers and soft-power activities such as Muay Thai. Remote workers, freelancers and digital nomads earning from outside Thailand, and people joining soft-power activities such as Muay Thai, who want up to 5 years of flexible 180-day stays.
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Sources: image.mfa.go.th, thaiembassy.com, image.mfa.go.th, thethaiger.com
Pending expert reviewCompiled from the official sources linked on each row.
Requirements
| Requirement | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum funds | 500,000 THB Applicants must show at least 500,000 THB in personal funds, usually via a bank statement. | image.mfa.go.th In effect from |
| How long funds must be held | 3 months Most missions ask for a bank statement covering the last 3 months with a balance of at least 500,000 THB; exact rules vary by embassy. | image.mfa.go.th In effect from |
| Minimum ageUnconfirmed | 20 years Several 2026 guides state applicants must be 20 or older, but the official MFA text only confirms that dependent children must be under 20. | thaiembassy.com In effect from |
| Visa fee | 10,000 THB The MFA base fee is 10,000 THB; missions abroad charge a local-currency equivalent that can differ. | image.mfa.go.th In effect from |
| Extension of stay fee | 1,900 THB The one in-country 180-day extension costs the standard 1,900 THB Immigration Bureau fee. | thethaiger.com In effect from |
| Visa validity | 5 years The DTV is a 5-year multiple-entry visa. | image.mfa.go.th In effect from |
| Stay per entry | 180 days Each entry gives up to 180 days. | image.mfa.go.th In effect from |
| Extension length | 180 days Each entry can be extended once in Thailand by up to 180 days at the officer's discretion. | image.mfa.go.th In effect from |
| 90-day reporting | Yes DTV holders who stay more than 90 consecutive days must file a 90-day address report. | thethaiger.com In effect from |
| Can work in Thailand | No The DTV does not allow employment by a Thai employer or work for the Thai market. | image.mfa.go.th In effect from |
| Can work remotely for a foreign employer | Yes Remote work for a foreign employer or foreign clients is the main purpose of the workcation category. | image.mfa.go.th In effect from |
| Must apply where you are a national or permanent resident | Yes From 31 August 2026 applicants must apply at the mission covering their country of nationality or permanent residence, ending third-country visa runs. | thaiembassy.com In effect from |
Documents you will need
- Passport valid at least 6 months
- Bank statement for the last 3 months showing at least 500,000 THB
- Proof of remote work (foreign employment contract or certificate, or freelance portfolio) or enrolment in a soft-power activity such as Muay Thai or Thai cooking
- Proof of nationality or permanent residence in the country where you apply (from 31 August 2026)
- Criminal record clearance certificate (from 31 August 2026)
- Recent photo
Core documents per the MFA checklist plus the two documents added worldwide from 31 August 2026; missions may add more.
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Questions people ask
›How much money do I need for the DTV visa?
500,000 THB. Applicants must show at least 500,000 THB in personal funds, usually via a bank statement.
›What is the minimum age for the DTV visa?
20 years. Several 2026 guides state applicants must be 20 or older, but the official MFA text only confirms that dependent children must be under 20.
›How long can I stay on the DTV visa?
180 days. Each entry gives up to 180 days.
›How much does the DTV visa cost?
10,000 THB. The MFA base fee is 10,000 THB; missions abroad charge a local-currency equivalent that can differ.
›Can I work on the DTV visa?
No. The DTV does not allow employment by a Thai employer or work for the Thai market.
›Do I need to do 90-day reporting on the DTV visa?
Yes. DTV holders who stay more than 90 consecutive days must file a 90-day address report.