The post shares the experience of obtaining a DTV (Digital Nomad Visa) through an online application. The main contributor outlines the steps taken to secure the visa, including the required documents such as a reference letter, business registration, portfolio, and bank statements. Various comments discuss the nuances of working while on this visa, clarifying that sourcing from local suppliers could disqualify applicants. Additionally, details regarding the minimal duration for document checks and the bank statement requirements were mentioned, providing valuable insights for future applicants.
are you in HK when applying this online visa, since its online, can be applied from outside of HK?
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Alvin Peh yes I was in hk when I submitted. According to a visa agent, you can also submit it outside of hk. But when the visa approved, u will have to go to hk first, then enter Thailand to activate the visa.
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What kind? Remotly work, digital nomad, soft power?
1️⃣. submitted the application as a digital nomad/freelancer in Hong Kong.
With the following documents:
- Reference letter written by the company, including company basic info, my position, job description, past and current projects, working location, period, and the company director's signature. (Note: I actually prepared the reference letter myself and then had the boss sign it.)
- Business registration certificate
- Updated portfolio of my freelance projects
- 4 months of bank statements showing I have THB500,000 in savings. (The website only required 3 months, but I provided 4 just to be safe. All 4 months showed I had more than the required amount.)
- Photo, identity card, and passport
Note: I didn’t buy the flight ticket, just put on the flight number. Thailand address I put condo name.
Status: Pending document check (1)
2️⃣. After 2 working days, I received an email asking me to upload further documents:
- 6 months of bank statements (All 6 months showed I had more than the required amount.)
Note: Fixed deposits count as liquid assets (in my case).
Status: Request for further documents
3️⃣. I uploaded the documents immediately.
Status: Pending document check (1)
4️⃣. 3 working days later, my application was approved.
I was notified by email, with the e-visa attached as a PDF file. The email said I should show the e-visa to the airline/immigration officer when I go to Thailand.
Further info: consulate receptionist said minimum 2-3 working days to check documents. And you should know the update status by the 7th working days.