Thailand DTV visa checklist (rules from 31 August 2026)

Since 31 August 2026 Thai missions accept a Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) only from nationals or permanent residents of the country where you apply, and every applicant adds a criminal record clearance certificate. Applying as a tourist in Vientiane, Ho Chi Minh City, Penang or Jakarta no longer works. Applications submitted and paid before 31 August keep the old rules.

Documents (DTV workcation / remote work)

1. Passport valid 6+ months.
2. Photo taken within 6 months.
3. Bank statement for the last 3 months, in your own name, ending balance 500,000 THB or more (London lists GBP 12,000).
4. Employment contract / employer letter (dated, signed, stamped) or freelance contracts and portfolio.
5. Proof of citizenship or permanent residence in the country of application: passport for citizens; for others e.g. UK ILR, US green card, Swiss permit, German Meldebescheinigung. Tourist stamps, hotel bookings and leases do not count.
6. Criminal record certificate from your country of nationality or of application. Validity differs by mission: London asks for one issued within 6 months, several missions within 3 months. Check yours.

Why applications get refused

• Name on the bank statement differs from the passport (e.g. PETROV vs PETROFF).
• Balance dips below 500,000 THB or the statement covers fewer than 3 months.
• Employer letter without date, signature or stamp.
• Filing at a mission where you are neither a national nor a permanent resident: refused, fee lost.
• Missing criminal record certificate or one older than the mission allows.

Sources (checked 28 Oct 2026): Royal Thai Embassy London, Royal Thai Embassy Vientiane, Thai e-Visa portal

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