DTV Thai Soft Power

Requirements

• Aged 20 or above, with a clean Thai immigration record
• 500,000 THB (approximately USD 15,000), held in a personal savings or current account for at least 3 consecutive months prior to application
• Enrolment in an approved programme, generally running 6 months or longer
• A letter of acceptance from the training institute or gym
• Application must be submitted while outside Thailand

Cryptocurrency holdings and investment-account statements are not accepted as proof of funds.

Benefits

• Stay up to 180 days per entry, extendable once, across 5 years
• Multiple entry, no re-entry permit required
• Spouse and children under 20 may join as dependants once you hold the visa
• An accessible way to experience living in Thailand before committing to a longer-term visa

Who is this for?

Applicants who want to spend an extended period in Thailand through genuine enrolment in an approved Thai cultural or wellness programme.

Common applicant profiles

• • Someone enrolling in a structured Thai cooking programme
• • A Muay Thai student training at a registered gym for six months or longer
• • Someone weighing this against a Retirement Visa or Thailand Privilege for a lower-commitment first step

Application overview

Once you've secured a letter of acceptance from your training institute or gym and your funds are in order, we prepare your application for submission at a Thai embassy or consulate outside Thailand.