Thailand (Asia)

Digital nomads, retirees with pensions, and wealthy investors can now apply for the Thailand digital nomad visa and live in the country for 10 years.

Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) allows remote workers to stay in the country for 180 days with one renewal opportunity. The visa is valid for five years.

The main benefits of receiving Thailand’s new digital nomad visa are the potential for a 10-year residency in the country and a lower tax rate. Rather than paying a possible 35% tax rate, digital nomads will only pay 17% in taxes.

Applicants may bring their spouse and dependents on the Thailand digital nomad visa. However, there is a limit of four dependents per visa.

Thailand Digital Nomad Visa Requirements

• Valid Passport – Your passport must be valid for at least six months at the time of collecting the visa

• Earn $80,000/year – You must meet the income requirement for the last two years

• Health Insurance – You must have health insurance coverage of at least $50,000 in Thailand

• Work as a Remote Employee – You must work for at least three years at a publicly traded company or a company that generates at least $150 million in annual revenue

• You may also qualify if you earned no less than $40,000/year for the last two years and hold a master’s degree if you fall under this category

OR

• $1 Million in Financial Assets – You may apply if you can prove your financial assets meet the minimum required amount

• Invest $500,000 in Thailand – You may invest in Thai government bonds, Thai property, or foreign direct investments

OR

• Retired with a $80,000/year Income – If you’re over the age of 50 and have a stable income like a pension, you can apply

• Visa Fee – $1,370

• Visa Duration – 6 months (can renew for another 6 months with 5 years validity)

• Tax – Yes

• Permanent Residency - No

Steps to Apply

To apply for the Thailand digital nomad visa, you will submit your application online but will also attend a visa appointment at a Thai embassy or consulate.

Step 1: Gather Documents

• Copy of Passport (including Thai entry stamps if applicable)

• Passport-Size Photo (3×4 cm)

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• Proof of previous employment in your related field for at least five years

• Master’s Degree (if applicable)

• Health Insurance Policy

• Proof of Employment

• Proof of Income from the Current Year

• Annual Personal Income Tax Return from the last two years

• Employment Certificate

For Wealthy Global Citizens holding financial assets of at least $1 million and investing at least $500,000 in Thai property, government bonds, or foreign direct investment, you will need the following documents:

• Copy of Passport (including Thai entry stamps if applicable)

• Passport-Size Photo (3×4 cm)

• Health Insurance Policy

• Annual Personal Tax Return from the Last Two Years

• Proof of Asset Ownership

• Employment Certificate

• Evidence of Investments

If you fall under the Wealthy Pensioner category and have a stable yearly income as a retiree, you will need the following documents:

• Copy of Passport (including Thai entry stamps if applicable)

• Passport-Size Photo (3×4 cm)

• Health Insurance Policy

• Proof of Income

• Employment Certificate

• Evidence of Investments (if applicable)

If you plan to bring dependents to Thailand with you, they will each need to provide the following documents:

• Copy of Passport (including Thai entry stamps if applicable)

• Passport-Size Photo (3×4 cm)

• Health Insurance Policy

• Evidence of Family Relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc.)

• Employment Certificate

Step 2: Submit Application

You can submit your Thailand digital nomad visa application right online through the official website.

Within 20 days, you will receive an answer about whether your application and documents were approved.

Step 3: Attend Visa Appointment

Once your application and documents are approved, you have 60 days to attend an appointment at a Thai embassy or consulate abroad or Immigration Offices in Thailand to collect your visa.

You will be expected to pay a visa fee of 50,000 Thai baht per person, which is roughly $1,370 USD.

Step 4: Collect Your Digital Work Permit

For those working in or from Thailand, you will need to collect your Digital Work Permit at the Department of Employment One Stop Shop Center for Visa and Work Permits located in Bangkok.

You will need to pay a yearly fee of 3,000 Thai baht, or roughly $83 USD, to maintain this permit.