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

Sep 24, 2024

3 months ago

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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.

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TLDR : 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.

Mathew **********

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

3 months ago

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

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@Mathew *********

Please update us here when you find out.

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Pham *****

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

3 months ago

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

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@Pham ****

Thanks!

3 months ago

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

Kimberly ********

I used one and it worked :)

3 months ago

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

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@Kimberly *******

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

3 months ago

Kimberly ********

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

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

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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

3 months ago

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

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

3 months ago

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

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

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

3 months ago

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

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@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.

3 months ago

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

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

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

3 months ago

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

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

Thanks for your help. I appreciate it.

3 months ago

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

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