Thailand Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) for Indians
Last verified: August 31, 2026
Quick facts
- Processing time
- 2–6 weeks
- Government fee
- about $310
- Start preparing
- about 11 weeks before your move
- Steps in the plan
- 6
- Need an apostille
- None
- Need a translation
- None
- Job offer
- Not required
“Start preparing” covers gathering documents, the 2–6 weeks decision wait and two weeks of slack. Add apostille and translation costs to the government fee.
Overview
Five-year multiple-entry visa for remote workers with foreign employers/clients and soft-power activities (Muay Thai, cooking schools, medical stays). 180 days per entry, extendable once per entry. Requires proof of THB 500,000 (about $15,400) in funds and evidence of remote work. Fee THB 10,000. Working for Thai companies is not allowed.
This page covers Indians. For every nationality we track, see the Thailand Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) overview.
Requirements for Indians
| Minimum annual income | No requirement |
| Minimum savings | $15,400 |
| Job offer required | No |
| Degree required | No |
| Family can join | Yes |
| Path to permanent residency | No |
Processing time & costs
Typical processing takes 2–6 weeks after applying. The government fee is approximately $310. Difficulty: 2/5.
Documents you'll need
- Evidence of remote work or soft-power activityForeign employer letter, or client contracts and portfolio if freelancing.
- Proof of THB 500,000 in fundsBank statements, commonly the last 3 months, showing about $15,400 equivalent.
- Apply on the official Thai e-Visa portalFiled at thaievisa.go.th under your Indian consular jurisdiction; THB 10,000 fee, paid online.
- Receive the e-VisaTypical processing is a few days to about 2 weeks; the visa arrives by email.
- Travel — 180 days per entryEach entry grants 180 days, extendable once at immigration for THB 1,900.
- Mind the tax lineStaying 180+ days in a calendar year makes you a Thai tax resident.
The full ordered checklist — with timing, dependencies, apostille and translation flags, and personalized due dates — is part of the paid plan.
Not moving yet?
The Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) takes about 11 weeks from first document to moving day. Tell us when you plan to move and we’ll email you once, on the day you should start.
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Check my eligibilityFrequently asked questions
- How long does the Thailand Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) take for Indians?
- Typical processing time is 2–6 weeks after applying, plus the time needed to gather documents.
- What does the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) cost?
- The government fee is approximately $310. Additional costs (translations, apostilles, insurance) vary by case.
- Do Indians need a job offer for the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)?
- No. The Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) does not require a job offer from a Thailand employer.
- Can I bring my family on the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)?
- Yes — this visa allows accompanying family members, with additional documentation.
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Always confirm requirements with the official government source. This guide is general information, not legal advice.