Destination Thailand Visa
Thailand DTV visa
For remote workers and freelancers: five years, and up to 180 days per entry. What you need, what changed in August 2026, and what gets applications rejected.
Last checked: 19.10.2026
- Validity
- 5 years
- Stay per entry
- Up to 180 days
- Required balance
- 500,000 THB
- Where to apply
- Royal Thai Embassy, Herzliya Pituach
Who it suits
- Remote workers and freelancers working with clients or an employer outside Thailand.
- Spouses and children up to age 20, subject to the embassy's requirements.
- Participants in activities such as Muay Thai, courses or medical treatment, subject to the embassy's requirements.
Main requirements
- A balance of 500,000 THB in each of the last three months.
- A certificate of no criminal record. Ideally, obtain it as close as possible to your application date.
- Proof of permanent residence (the ID appendix, "sefach"), and proof of remote work or of participation in an activity.
What changed on 31 August 2026
- You apply at the embassy of your country of citizenship or permanent residence. For Israelis: Herzliya Pituach.
- Instead of a document showing your current location, proof of permanent residence is required.
- A certificate of no criminal record was added.
- Applications paid for before 31.8.2026 are processed under the previous rules.
Costs
| # | Item | Paid to | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Official fee | The Thai authority | 1,500 ₪, at the embassy (as of 2.10.2026) |
| 2 | Service fee | Visatiq | 1,900 ₪ + VAT — full DTV package |
| 3 | Third-party costs | The party providing them | Translation, apostille, insurance or courier, as needed. Shown to you in advance. |
There is no guarantee whatsoever that the application will be approved. The decision rests solely with the authorities. The official fee is non-refundable.
What gets applications rejected
- A bank statement that does not stay at the required amount throughout all three months.
- Details that don't match your passport exactly. Once submitted, they cannot be corrected.
- Vague remote-work documents that don't show a client or employer outside Thailand.
Extension within Thailand
An extension is possible, at the authority's discretion. Some immigration offices tell applicants to leave and re-enter instead.
Official sources
- Royal Thai Embassy in Tel Aviv
- Royal Thai Embassy in Washington — DTV
- The official visa portal thaievisa.go.th
- Royal Thai Embassy in London — visa information
Last checked: 19.10.2026. Rules change, so always verify against the official source before applying.
Frequently asked questions
Can I work from Thailand on a DTV?
The DTV is intended for remote workers and freelancers working with clients or an employer outside Thailand. Working with a Thai party requires a separate permit.
Where do I apply for a DTV from Israel?
Through the official portal thaievisa.go.th, with the Royal Thai Embassy in Herzliya Pituach. From 31.8.2026 you apply at the embassy of your country of citizenship or permanent residence.
What changed on 31 August 2026?
A certificate of no criminal record was added, and instead of a document showing your current location, proof of permanent residence (the ID appendix, "sefach") is required. Applications paid for before then are processed under the previous rules.
How long does it take?
Processing time depends on the embassy and on external factors, so we do not give a time estimate.
Can I correct the application after submitting it?
Your details must be written exactly as they appear in your passport. Once the application is submitted, it cannot be corrected, and the fee is not refunded.