The new 5-year visa in Thailand is called the "Destination Thailand Visa" (DTV), which is specifically designed for digital nomads and remote workers, allowing them to stay in the country for up to 180 days per entry with a total validity of five years; essentially a "digital nomad visa" option.
Key points about the DTV:
- Purpose: To attract remote workers and freelancers to live and work in Thailand.
- Duration: 5 years validity
- Stay per entry: Up to 180 days
- Multiple entry: Allows for multiple entries during the 5-year period