Thailand has launched the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) aimed at increasing the number of tourists among digital nomads or remote workers. Thailand has officially joined several other Southeast Asian countries in implementing a digital nomad visa for remote workers.

Holders of the DTV can enter and exit Thailand multiple times over a five-year period. They are allowed to stay for a maximum of 180 days per year. Additionally, if someone wishes to stay longer than this period, they can extend their visa permission for another 180 days.

Key Point

• The visa is meant to be a better choice than a regular tourist visa. It aims to ease worries about immigration and taxes for travelers who want to stay in Thailand for a long time
• The requirements to get a Thai tourist visa are easier and cheaper compared to similar visas in other Southeast Asian countries. For instance, in Malaysia, a specific tourist visa for nomad workers requires tourists to earn at least Rp380 million per year

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The visa is designed to be a more advantageous option compared to a regular tourist visa. The DTV is expected to alleviate concerns for travelers regarding immigration and taxes, especially for those intending to stay in Thailand for longer periods.

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What are the Requirements?

According to nomadsembassy, there are several requirements for prospective tourists and remote workers who wish to visit and work in Thailand, including:

• Minimum age of 20 years
• Payment of a visa fee of 10,000 baht or approximately Rp4.4 million
• Proof of having a bank account with a minimum balance of 500,000 baht or about Rp224 million. This balance serves to support living expenses during their stay in Thailand
• Attachment of proof of employment from a formally registered company
• Holders of the DTV are allowed to work remotely for foreign companies while residing in Thailand. However, if the visa holder works for a local Thai company, additional work permits will be required

In addition, according to the official website of the Indonesian Embassy in Bangkok, Thailand's tourist visa is valid for a maximum of 60 days. In other words, if prospective tourists or digital nomads apply for the DTV, they have an additional 120 days.

Certainly, the DTV is a suitable choice for digital nomads who want to experience Thai culture while continuing to perform their work professionally and effectively.

The requirements for applying for a Thai tourist visa are relatively easy and inexpensive compared to similar visas in other Southeast Asian countries. For example, in Malaysia, a specific tourist visa for nomad workers requires tourists to have a minimum income of Rp380 million per year.

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Thailand Continues to Attract Tourists

The number of tourists visiting Thailand continues to increase every year. In fact, the Land of Smiles was able to attract more than 10 million tourists in the first half of 2024, from January to April alone.

Like Indonesia, Thailand offers exotic tropical beauty for nature lovers. There are many affordable destinations such as Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Koh Samui, and others. These cities have become favorite destinations for remote workers from around the world.

The number of digital workers worldwide is increasing. This has led many countries, including Thailand and other Southeast Asian countries, to open up opportunities for tourists to stay longer in their countries.

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