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Can I use foreign currency for the DTV application in Thailand instead of THB?

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For folks who successfully got the DTV from applying in Vietnam. Was it crucial your 500k THB be in Thai Baht or can I have it in an equivalent currency?  I have the equivalent right now in Canadian dollars and want to avoid the exchange rate fees if possible.

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Many expats applying for the DTV (Digital Nomad Visa) from Vietnam have found that you do not necessarily need to have the required 500,000 THB specifically in Thai Baht; you can also present an equivalent amount in other currencies, such as Canadian dollars. However, it's essential to confirm that your bank account, regardless of its currency, meets the visa application requirements.

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Christopher ********

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Any checking or savings account ... Must not be attatched to any sort of savings plan or stocks of any kind or they will make you move it and that adds a month to your application time.

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Myles *******

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@Christopher *******

why does it add a month to application time?

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Christopher ********

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if you have to move the money you can't get a statement until the next month, as banks usually won't create a mid month statement.

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Myles *******

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yes I know hence saying.

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Christopher ********

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these are accepted ... Not mutual fund or stock related accounts.

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Myles *******

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Wise & Revolut etc you can request a statement at anytime. But you dont even need a full statement in Hanoi just to show balance

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It's in my Wise Canadian account, which I've read has been fine with applications done in Vietnam. I'm going to apply via Hanoi as it seems to be quicker and more relaxed than HCMC

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Myles *******

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Any currency is fine

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Brandon ************

Brandon ************

Any bank account is accepted. It does not have to be a Thai bank account.

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Aneek *****

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How would do u plan to apply online and show physical currency?

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Bank statement in PDF from my institution's website

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