Thailand Digital Nomad Visa
Thailand's DTV is a 5-year, multiple-entry remote-work visa requiring a ~$15,000 bank balance rather than any income minimum, with 180-day stays per entry.
The visa is valid five years but each stay is capped at 180 days (extendable once by 180), then you exit and re-enter. It's savings-gated with no income floor, and health insurance isn't mandatory. [Source: Royal Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs (e-Visa) ↗]
Updated: Launched mid-2024; embassies have since tightened financial and employment proof.
Key requirements
- Bank balance ≥500,000 THB (~$15,000), seasoned ~3 months
- Proof of remote work for companies outside Thailand
- 180-day stays per entry, visa valid 5 years (multiple-entry)
- Cannot work for a Thai employer
Before you apply
Health insurance isn't strictly required for Thailand, but a nomad policy covers you while you're abroad.
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How much income do you need for the Thailand digital nomad visa?
Thailand doesn't set a monthly income minimum — it's savings-based, requiring about $15,000 in the bank.
Who can apply for the Thailand nomad visa?
Open to most nationalities. It's for people working remotely (employed, freelance, business) for clients or employers outside Thailand. Family can be included (Spouse and children under 20 file separate dependent applications).
How long is the Thailand nomad visa valid?
It's granted for 6 months, renewable up to 5 years total. Processing typically takes ~3–7 business days.
Do you pay tax in Thailand as a digital nomad?
183+ days makes you a Thai tax resident; since 2024, foreign income remitted into Thailand is taxable.
Do you need health insurance for the Thailand nomad visa?
It isn't strictly required, but health insurance is strongly recommended while you're abroad.
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Visa rules and income thresholds change and can vary by consulate. Confirm the current requirements with Royal Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs (e-Visa) before applying. This page is general information, not legal advice.