Your remote work statement must demonstrate that you work remotely for employers or clients located outside Thailand. This includes your work arrangement details, income source, and confirmation that your work can be performed from Thailand.
What Must Be Included
A complete remote work statement should address:
Required Elements
- Nature of work: What you do and how it can be performed remotely
- Employment status: Employee, freelancer, self-employed, or business owner
- Client/employer location: Confirmation they are outside Thailand
- Income documentation: Contracts, invoices, or employment agreements
- Duration: How long you've been working remotely
By Employment Type
For Remote Employees
If you're employed by a company outside Thailand:
- Written confirmation from your employer that you can work remotely
- Employment contract showing remote work arrangement
- Company registration documents (if available)
See employer permission letter requirements →
For Freelancers & Self-Employed
If you work for multiple clients or run your own business:
- Tax registration or filed tax returns
- Client contracts or invoices from the past 6-12 months
- Platform statements (Upwork, Fiverr, etc.) showing remote work
- Business registration (if applicable)
See complete self-employed guide →
Sample Statement Structure
REMOTE WORK STATEMENT
I, [Your Name], hereby confirm that I work remotely as a [Job Title/Profession] for [Company/Client Name(s)], which is/are located outside Thailand.
Work Details:
- Nature of work: [Brief description]
- Remote work arrangement: [Full-time remote / Hybrid / Contract]
- Client/employer location: [Country/City]
- Duration: [How long you've been working remotely]
- Income source: [Salary / Freelance / Business income]
I confirm that my work can be performed from any location with internet access and that I will continue working remotely while in Thailand on the DTV visa.
Signed: _________________
Date: _________________
Supporting Documents
Attach these to strengthen your application:
- Recent pay stubs or income statements
- Client contracts or engagement letters
- Tax returns showing self-employment income
- Business registration certificates
- Platform earnings reports (for gig work)
Common Mistakes
- Vague descriptions: "I work online" isn't sufficient
- Missing client details: Must specify who you work for
- No income proof: Statement alone isn't enough
- Thai employers: DTV requires work for entities outside Thailand