Summer Palace is your gateway to a new way of living, traveling, and investing in your wellbeing. Designed for freedom-seekers and modern explorers, it’s more than a stay—it’s a lifestyle of renewal, connection, and purpose.

ASEAN Digital Nomad Visa Requirements

Planning to live and work across ASEAN? Here’s what each country currently offers for digital nomads.

  • Malaysia (DE Rantau Nomad Pass): ~USD 24,000 annual income · 12-month pass · renewable

  • Thailand (Destination Thailand Visa – DTV): Valid up to 5 years · ~180 days per entry · show sufficient funds/income

  • Vietnam (Tourist / Business / Investor): No dedicated DN visa · 30–90 day stays · renewals/border runs common

  • Indonesia (Remote Worker Visa – E33G): ~USD 60,000 annual income · up to 12 months

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Malaysia — DE Rantau Nomad Pass

Who it’s for: Remote professionals working for foreign clients/employers.
Minimum income: ~USD 24,000 per year.
Documents typically required: Remote work contracts, recent bank statements, health insurance, letter of good conduct.
Validity: 12 months; renewable.
Good to know: Designed for location-independent workers; dependents may be allowed under separate terms.

Thailand — Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)

Who it’s for: Medium-term stayers who plan multiple trips over several years.
Minimum income: No fixed threshold; must show sufficient funds and ongoing income.
Documents typically required: Proof of funds, insurance, and contracts with foreign employers/clients.
Validity: Up to 5 years overall; each entry ~180 days.
Good to know: Multi-year flexibility; ensure you meet financial/insurance proofs at entry.

Vietnam — Tourist / Business / Investor Visas

Who it’s for: Remote workers using short stays while working for non-Vietnam entities.
Minimum income: Not required for tourist/business visas.
Documents typically required: Varies by visa type; business visas may require local sponsorship.
Validity: Commonly 30–90 days.
Good to know: No dedicated digital nomad visa yet; expect renewals, border runs, or sponsorship for longer stays.

Indonesia — Remote Worker Visa (E33G)

Who it’s for: Remote workers with higher income who want up to a year in Indonesia.
Minimum income: ~USD 60,000 per year.
Documents typically required: Foreign employment/contract, bank statements, insurance, supporting paperwork.
Validity: Up to 12 months.
Good to know: Higher income bar than regional peers; plan documentation carefully.

Why Summer Palace is the Smarter Choice

Instead of chasing different visa requirements, Summer Palace gives you a simpler, smarter path:

  • No income proof required — membership replaces heavy paperwork.

  • Malaysia as your home base — a stable, welcoming community for long stays.

  • ASEAN Travel Pass included — explore the region using short-stay and visa-free options.

  • Built-in lifestyle — enjoy our Eat · Play · Live philosophy: wellness, connection, and comfort in every stay.

With Summer Palace, you replace complicated visas with a flexible membership hub at the center of ASEAN. It’s not just about staying somewhere — it’s about living well, working freely, and exploring without barriers.

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