“I work online for a UK company. Which visa should I get?”
My answerShane Ruddle, 20+ years in PattayaMost remote workers use the DTV, the Destination Thailand Visa: five years, up to 180 days per entry, with around ฿500,000 in savings.
Understand what it is: essentially a long-term tourist visa. You're still classed as a tourist, so things like opening a bank account can be a problem, depending on the bank.
Think about what you might want to do in a few years, not just now. If you might start working for a Thai business, that's a different visa.
Rules change often, so check the current requirements before you apply.
Up to date as of November 2026. Rules in Thailand change often, so check the current position before you act.
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