Is it possible to show the 500k TBH in a WISE account?
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The acceptability of showing 500,000 THB in a WISE account for visa-related purposes in Thailand varies by embassy. While some individuals report that WISE accounts have been accepted, there are concerns about the legitimacy and recognition of WISE as a bank for this purpose. Many commenters suggest that traditional banks are preferred or required, especially for immigration processes. If the funds are in Thai Baht and shown in an acceptable format, it may improve chances of acceptance, but the consensus leans towards traditional banks being safer for proving finances to immigration authorities.
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since changing to Wise, from transfer wise, it operates and is regulated as a bank, however, since they have no branches and do not lend money, it is classed as a online financial institution...
you can’t even open a Thai bank account with a DTV visa. The rules for the DTV are crystal clear that you need the equivalent of 500K THB documented. Not actual THB. Perhaps you are thinking of a Retirement visa.
the same if you apply for a 90-days Nonn-Imm-O Retirement Visa, the 800,000 THB can be on ANY bank account ANYWHERE in the World, as long as you can show the account is in your sole name and the deposit has been sitting in the account for THREE months. Only for the application to the 1-year Extension of the Stay Permit, the 800,000 THB must sit in a Thai bank account
the 500,000 THB deposit you need to prove for the application to the DTV, can be on ANY bank account ANYWHERE in the World, as long as you can show the account is in your sole name and the deposit has been sitting in the account for THREE months. You need to show 3 months of bank statements. That's a rule EVERY Thai Embassy worldwide is following, regarding the DTV