The 5-Year Thailand Visa for Remote Workers
Live in Thailand and keep working for your clients or company abroad on the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) — no Thai work permit required.
No Thai work permit
needed for remote work
5 years
Visa validity (multiple entry)
180 days
Per entry — extendable once
500,000 THB
Proof of funds (≈ $15,000)
from $139
100% refund with Denial Protection
Your office — anywhere from Bangkok to the islands
Thailand pairs fast internet, vibrant nomad hubs and a famously low cost of living with one of the world's most welcoming long-stay visas. The Destination Thailand Visa was built for people who earn their income online — base yourself in Chiang Mai, Bangkok or on the islands while you keep working for clients and employers abroad.
- World-class coworking and a huge digital-nomad community
- Low cost of living with a high quality of life
- Fast, reliable internet in every major city
- Easy, affordable travel across Southeast Asia
Who qualifies as a remote worker
If your income comes from outside Thailand, the DTV is likely a fit. Common profiles:
Remote employees
Employed by a company based outside Thailand and working online.
Freelancers & self-employed
Invoicing international clients or running an online business.
Business owners abroad
Owning or operating a company registered outside Thailand.
How to get your DTV
Check your eligibility
Answer a few quick questions below to confirm the DTV is right for you — under a minute, no sign-up.
Prepare your documents
Passport, proof of 500,000 THB in a personal account, and proof of foreign income (contract, invoices or statements).
We prepare & submit
Our team compiles a strong application and submits it through the official online e-Visa system — from outside Thailand.
Get approved & fly
Receive your e-Visa, complete the TDAC arrival card, and start your life in Thailand. 100% refund if your DTV is denied (with the optional paid Denial Protection add-on).
What the DTV gives remote workers
A long-term base in Thailand, built around how remote professionals actually live and work.
Work for clients abroad
No Thai work permit is needed for remote work performed for companies or clients outside Thailand.
Stay up to 360 days at a time
Each entry allows 180 days, extendable once by another 180 days at a local immigration office.
5 years, multiple entry
Come and go as you like for five years — no separate re-entry permit required.
Bring your family
A legal spouse and unmarried children under 20 can each join you as dependents.
Check if you qualify
A few quick questions, tailored to remote workers — then a personalised result and free expert review.
How do you earn your remote income?
All DTV remote-work types qualify, as long as the income is from outside Thailand.
Remote-worker DTV FAQ
Do I need a Thai work permit to work remotely on the DTV?
No. The DTV is built for remote work performed for foreign companies or international clients, so a Thai work permit is not required for that work.
How long can I stay in Thailand on the DTV?
Each entry allows a stay of up to 180 days, with the option to extend once for another 180 days at a local immigration office. The visa itself is valid for 5 years with multiple entries.
How much money do I need to show?
You must provide proof of 500,000 THB (about $15,000) in a personal bank account, typically shown on the last three months of statements.
Can I apply from inside Thailand?
No — the DTV must be applied for from outside Thailand through the official online e-Visa system. We help you plan where to submit.
Can my family join me?
Yes. A legal spouse and unmarried children under 20 can each apply as dependents, with their own applications.
Ready to start your Remote Work DTV?
Apply from $139 with expert help and a 100% refund if your application is denied (with the optional paid Denial Protection add-on).