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Can I use an official balance letter from my bank instead of a monthly statement for my visa application in Taipei?

Thai Visa Application Visa Requirements Bank Statement Alternatives Proof of Funds Taiwan Visa Expat Advice

David ***********

asked Sep 24, 2024

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Has anyone tried using an official balance letter from your bank as a replacement for an official statement?

I'm traveling to Taipei on Monday to apply, but found out today that my official monthly statement (for September) might not arrive until the end of next week.

Answer summary

Many expats have successfully used an official balance letter from their bank in place of a traditional bank statement when applying for a visa in Taipei. Although it is generally recommended to provide your most recent bank statement along with any balance documentation, experiences suggest that using a balance letter can be accepted as proof of funds. It's advisable to bring both the latest statement and the balance letter, as responses and requirements may vary.

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Mathew **********

I'm waiting too see what they think of my banks conformation of funds letter

2 years ago

David ***********

@Mathew *********

Please update us here when you find out.

2 years ago

Pham *****

Not sure what you meant by official balance letter in lieu but my friend used the statement showing investable cash and it worked

2 years ago

David ***********

@Pham ****

Thanks!

2 years ago

Kimberly ********

I used one and it worked :)

2 years ago

David ***********

@Kimberly *******

Oh yeah? Balance letter and no bank statement? In Taipei?

2 years ago

Kimberly ********

@David **********

It was for Washington DC so I honestly can’t say for Taipei

2 years ago

Andi ***********

They told me your most recent statement with the required ending balance is ok. Bring your latest and the balance letter if you have one

2 years ago

David ***********

Unfortunately, my most recent official statement (from August) does not have the 500K. I transferred it in several weeks ago.

2 years ago

Andi ***********

@David **********

ok, so the balance letter with your other statements should be ok. Do you have other bank account statements?

2 years ago

Andi ***********

@David **********

Someone just posted they have used one and were successful.

2 years ago

David ***********

@Andi **********

Thanks for your help. I appreciate it.

2 years ago

Andi ***********

@David **********

Email them now, see what they say. They respond fairly quickly.

2 years ago

David ***********

@Andi **********

I do not. The money was transferred from an investment account that does not generate traditional statements. I may have to wait until the end of the week when my official statement arrives. I was was just hoping to apply sooner and that someone had luck using an official balance letter in lieu of not having an official statement.

2 years ago