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Can I use my mother's bank details to support my DTV re-entry into Thailand?
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Aug 10, 2025
9 months ago
Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTERHello, I am a bit nervous because I will re enter Thailand on the DTV for the 2nd time. I don't have the original amount in my bank account. Would I be able to show my mums bank details and a letter from her that guarantees financial support if necessary? I have the money but it's mostly invested. I dont want to move all my funds for the purpose of re entry into Thailand. Or do you think it's enough to show the same documents I applief for with 8 months ago?
TLDR : Answer Summary
The user expresses anxiety about their return to Thailand on a DTV visa for the second time, mentioning a lack of the required 500k THB in their bank account. They ask if it's acceptable to present their mother's bank details and a letter of financial support instead. Commenters suggest it is unlikely they will be asked to show funds upon entry, stating that having some cash on hand (20,000 THB or equivalent) might be sufficient. Multiple users share their experiences of successfully re-entering Thailand without being questioned about their finances, indicating that fear of scrutiny may be overstated. The discussion also branches into general advice regarding immigration procedures and concerns about financial requirements.
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I’ve gone and come back like 6 times now and not once have I been asked to show any documents related to getting my DTV
Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Zachari ********
what nationality are you?Reply to
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Wet 🥬 Lettuce
Anonymous ******************
Mummy can make a transfer for your extension documents.
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ORIGINAL POSTERAnonymous participant 632 oh I feel so bad for you... it must be really hard to be so lonely 💞
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Julien ******
Mommy is with you no need to worry🙏❤️🤓🙂
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Julien *****
im so sorry you have something wrong with you :(Reply to
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John *********
Stop talking nonsense, anonymous algo bits everywhere
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ORIGINAL POSTER@John ********
believe it or not im actually a real person, 38 year old woman who keeps seeing all these posts about getting grilled at immigration and I hate that, so whats wrong with asking for community support? Honestly, stop being such a troll.Reply to
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Never been asked. I think the only place I’ve heard is Chiang mai asking, but you should be fine
Siggi *******
Anonymous participant 200 never been ask
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Don't be ridiculous 🙄 😒
Anonymous ******************
They don't ask for anything. Just print out the visa and show them.
Its multiple entry.
Just be prepared to answer questions like:.
- planned length of stay
- where you will be staying
- 20,000 baht or the equivalent in cash
Its multiple entry.
Just be prepared to answer questions like:.
- planned length of stay
- where you will be staying
- 20,000 baht or the equivalent in cash
Chris *********
Who said anything about needing anything ? Geeze help us
Luit *****************
@Chris ********
You only need to comply with visa requirements, nothing more, nothing less. The requirements were clearly stated during application.Reply to
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Elías ********
I have exited and re entered many times during the year. Of course I have the money 🤷🏻 untouched, but they have ever asked me anything. Remote worker, not soft power, if that matter.
Andi ***********
No need to be nervous, 100s of DTVERS depart/enter daily overwhelming majority face no question. If you don't have 500k readily accessible in the unlikely event of it being asked for, having 20K in cash along with accommodation booked will go a long way to ensure entry. I've never been asked in 5 entries.
Luit *****************
@Andi **********
The fact you did not get asked does not mean anything at all. Checking everyone at the border is just unworkable. That means chances are low you will get checked, but does not mean requirements are not in place anymore. Requirements for DTV are simple, and one of them is 500k, so that might be checked at any time by Thai immigration, but will be unlikely when entering the country.Siggi *******
@Luit ****************
again you keep on posting lies! No immigration officer ever can ask you for showing your bank account. Only if you apply for an extension or a visa you have to add to the application your finance. Why the admins here do not stop the wrong info and lies? It's ridiculous that this is going on.
Only a court order can force anybody to show your bank accounts.
Luit *****************
@Siggi ******
I am 100 percent sure an immigration officer in Thailand can kjust like in most other countries check if you comply with all the entry requirements.Where did you get that strange idea that this would not be allowed in Thailand?
Maybe you should Google for it and you will seen that in most countries this just is allowed.
Sometimes you are allowed not to cooperate, but that almost always means your entry will be denied.
And yes, it would be a good idea when admin would stop you from posting wrong information, because when they don't you keep going on posting the silly statement that IO officers are not allowed to check compliance with rules without a court order.
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Siggi ******
proof of financials is commonly asked at immigration all over the world???Reply to
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@Luit ****************
I have not said requirements are not in place. I said it is unlikely to be asked for the 500k. UNLIKELY is not NEVER. The fact I and thousands of others have not been asked does mean something, it is confirmation of the rarity of being asked to show 500k.Luit *****************
@Andi **********
I expect percentage to be checked under 1 percent, and maybe chances are influenced by several algorithms.But I am also sure that chances of getting checked are much bigger than winning Thai lottery.
Everybody is free to gamble with entering while not complying, but some here think there just are no rules, just because 99 percent tells they are not checked.
Andi ***********
@Luit ****************
So we agree on the rarity of the 500k checked.Reply to
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Andi **********
thank you very much, I appreciate your thoughtful responseReply to
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Just came in last night, didn’t got asked to show any funds. In fact, no questions at all.
Wannikea *********
And what makes you think that a passport control IO which is a special branch of immigration is trained to know the difference between a checking account or an investment account? They're going to see a whole bunch of money in an account and say okay
Siggi *******
@Wannikea ********
don't post lies, no Immigration officer will ever ask for bank account. This would be illegal, and this is in every country the ruleLuit *****************
@Siggi ******
Please stop posting these nonsense, in all countries immigration officers are allowed to check if people entering the country comply with the rules, that is their job! It would be stupid when they were not allowed to check.If travelers not cooperate, they might ask court order for it, but that will mean you will have to wait in custody for the court order, or you just got denied entry.
Where did you get those strange ideas about laws which would be even worldwide forbidding law enforcement officers to examine people.
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@Wannikea ********
they might not even understand the numbers or words 🤷🏻, not to mention grasping the exchange rate to translate it to Thai baht or USD. In my case, my bank is Korean and so the app and everything is in Korean language (and the money is in Korean won, of course). Some countries write one million like 1.000.000 while others write it 1,000,000. Some others, reportedly, separate the numbers every four, not every three (India, I heard). In Korea, China and Japan, in some cases they use "man" so 1 million become 100 man (100만), although that's mostly used in company statements not bank accounts, but see the point.Luit *****************
@Elías *******
With Google and Google translate it is not too difficult to check these info, and they just might ask you to explain.Reply to
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Wannikea ********
i dont think they will accept crypto...Wannikea *********
Anonymous participant nobody used crypto to comply with the 500k funding requirement
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Wannikea *********
Honest to goodness people, either buy some adult diapers or put on your big boy pants and walk through immigration. Dial back the paranoia, smile, hand over your evisa and your passport
Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Wannikea ********
for a minute i thought you were being helpful but after seeing this comment im not sure. Why do you have to be so nasty? Is it because im anonymous? Also, Im not a robot. Im a human being seeking advice from my fellow humabs.Andi ***********
Anonymous participant it is his direct way, he does give good advice but the delivery can be sharp for some. You are fine, don't worry about the 500k, have 20K cash just in case.
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Greg ********
Nobody is reporting having to show the 500k on entry. Where is this coming from?
John *********
@Greg *******
most of us are ignoring this nonsense 🙉Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Greg *******
ive seen it a lot in this groupGreg ********
Anonymous participant Show us one post in this group where the person themselves were asked and not "Someone they heard about"?
Andi ***********
Anonymous participant Some of those reports also say a business class ticket is needed, they are not all reliable. You will be ok.
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Andi **********
lolll business class that sounds ridiculous 😅 ok im officially feeling less nervous. Thanks to the few people who actually contributed to this post in a positive way instead of being a troll :)Andi ***********
Anonymous participant Please give an update when you reenter..tks
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Andi **********
will do!Andi ***********
Anonymous participant Yeah, it is ridiculous. It's good you are less stressed..
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Wannikea *********
Chances are one in a thousand that you're going to be asked to show your bank account. Regardless even if you're unable to show it doesn't mean you'll be denied entry. But to be sure to have 20,000 baht cash or equivalent currency in your possession.
Siggi *******
@Wannikea ********
there is zero chance as it would be illegal to askAnonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Wannikea ********
thank u. Very helpful. Do you think it's enough to show 20-40k in my wise account?Wannikea *********
Anonymous participant in your possession in cash
Andi ***********
Anonymous participant It must be cash in THB/equivalent currency.
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I've never been asked to show anything. I've flown into bkk 10+ times this year
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ORIGINAL POSTERAnonymous participant 160 whats your nationality?
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Anonymous participant australian
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Mark ********
Listen to the fear-mongers in this group and they will tell you to bring all your documentation with you. These people are obsessed with printing printing printing. All you need is your passport, and at a push a picture of your eVisa
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Mark *******
what about all the people getting grilled?John *********
Anonymous participant stop talking nonsense
Mark ********
Anonymous participant No-one is getting grilled! 😂😂. You need to stop listening to the anonymous fearmongers
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ORIGINAL POSTERMark ********
Anonymous participant Here you are entering Thailand. I'm sure you'll give immigration the biggest laugh of the year
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Anna *********
Anonymous participant no one is getting grilled Some questions may be asked but no one has reported having to show 500k thb when re entering Thailand - only when extending in country So just relax and stop spreading irrational
fear
fear
Greg ********
@Anna ********
Some DTV Holders are becoming the equivalent of Pattaya Bar Stool Lawyers drunk on Leo dribbling it down their Singha Wife Beaters while knowing all there is to know about Thailand. *****
Anna *********
@Greg *******
I know and it’s getting ridiculous Funny that they all want to believe that it’s so complicated and difficult to manageMark ********
@Greg *******
You forgot about the bogan elephant pants!Greg ********
@Mark *******
Back in the days of Lonely Planet Forums etc they were a running joke. I have never ever worn a pair I am glad to say. I did have a Samui t-shirt that last 15 years thoughAnonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Anna ********
wow, wouldn't hurt to have a bit of conpassion. Im glad you live a fear free life. How about you spread some kindness.Anna *********
Anonymous participant really what was unkind about my reply 😀At least it was factual information
Mark ********
@Anna ********
Nothing wrong with your reply. Unfortunately we're dealing with a lot of younger generation digital nomads who are so sensitive they actively look for things to get offended over. I'm old school - I tell it as it isAnonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Mark *******
unfortunately older generations are notorious for gaslighting and being disconnected from their emotions / reality. Have another beer.Mark ********
Anonymous participant Older generations live in the real world and don't turn into sensitive snowflakes over every comment. And not scared to hide behind "anonymous" bs
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Mark *******
the real world? The one your generation stripped of resources, created many of the problens we face today because of your approach? Not thinking about the collectice but simply serving yourself? Your generation have a lot to answer for buddy. Go stick your head a little deeper in the sand. Im well aware of reality but I think you got lost somewhere along the way. Its time to wake up and smell you sh*t.Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTER@Mark *******
calling someone a sensitive snowflake is a form of gaslighting. Is it a regular practice for you to call someone too sensitive? If so you may be a narcissist. A lot of older generations are deeply wounded because of trauma and cant see the damage they inflict emotionally. If you have children, i feel sorry for them. Most likely their emotional needs and safety was never met by a father like you. But dont worry Mark, theres beer in the fridge to keep you docile and lacking in emotional maturity. Dont worry about reflecting on your own behaviour or growing up. Its clear you lack emotional intelligence. Im sorry your parents failed you or the humans around you didnt have compassion or teach you about it. You a prime example of everything thats wrong with your generation.Greg ********
Anonymous participant Why do you not stop spreading rumours and FUD (Fear, Uncertainty and Doubt)?
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AuthenticPas************
Fear mongers
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ORIGINAL POSTERAuthenticPassionfruit644 thats the problem all ive seen from this group, this is why im nervous!!
James ********
Anonymous participant DON'T WORRY....
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DTV_Be*******
Omg living the Skint life off your moms money 🤣🤣🤣😂😂
You can’t make this up
You can’t make this up
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ORIGINAL POSTERDTV_Begpacker wow you must be illiterate
DTV_Be*******
Anonymous participant asking for a note from mum
They wrote it
Prove me wrong
They wrote it
Prove me wrong
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ORIGINAL POSTERDTV_Begpacker because otherwise i would need to break all my investments, sell shares etc to have that amount. Where in the post does it say living off mums money? It says using that as a guarantee. I hsve my own money. Read it again
DTV_Be*******
Anonymous participant hmm that’s called being an adult
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Lew ******
DTV_Begpacker they came here asking a question for advice not to be insulted. All they are asking is if there is a work around to avoid selling and being subject to capital gains just to re-enter …..
DTV_Be*******
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ORIGINAL POSTERDTV_Begpacker you show your level of intelligence. Well done.
Lew ******
DTV_Begpacker and…. Who wants to pay tax? they’re being smart & financially literate and would rather show a piece of paper from their mum than pay a tax bill! 🤷🏼♂️ I know I would
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Lew *****
thank you!!!Reply to
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Kaitlyn *********
They didn’t ask us to show any documents when we came back through. Only if you extend
Anonymous ******************
When will this nonsense stop? 😩
Paul ********
Anonymous participant 297 Precisely
James ********
Anonymous participant 297 agreed 👍
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ORIGINAL POSTERAnonymous participant 297 what nonsense?
Mark ********
Anonymous participant The nonsense of misinformation?
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Anonymous participant
My partner re-entered Thailand on DTV for 4 times already, was never asked to show 500 k.
My partner re-entered Thailand on DTV for 4 times already, was never asked to show 500 k.
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There is no requirement to keep 500k balance, you are free to invest the money if you want , this isn't a retirement visa where you have to maintain the funds
Andrew ********
Anonymous participant 424 actually there is if you extend the DTV they require it. People have been asked to prove the funds on re-enter its rare but happens
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@Andrew *******
yes if you extend , but not when you re-enterReply to
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End of the day any visa that requires you to maintain funds for any length of time , they will be very clear about it in the list of requirements.
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ORIGINAL POSTERAnonymous participant 424 but many people have said they were required to show again? It means i would have to sell a lot of shares and investments
Siggi *******
Anonymous participant lies
James ********
Anonymous participant It's a rarity, if ever.
Siggi *******
@James *******
at border they not allowed to ask for bank statements and it never happens. They can may be ask for proof of 20.000 baht but no statements and at no border at no country this will happen.Reply to
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Greg ********
Anonymous participant Show us one report where people have said they have been asked to show 500k on re-entry!
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Greg *******
i see it all the time in this group 🥲Greg ********
Anonymous participant You have not see one post in this group where the person was asked to show 500k upon re-entry. You might have seen some posters saying "I heard" or 'I know someone" but never a firsthand account and those with 2nd hand accounts have never proved their assertions.
Mark ********
@Greg *******
Probably because there aren't any? I know there's a lot of LTR visa holders who are very salty over the DTV, as the latter is a better product for most people, so they really want to see it fail.Luit *****************
@Mark *******
When it was allowed to lower financial requirements somewhere during the period, it should be mentioned somewhere don't you think?Mark ********
@Luit ****************
The financial criteria for DTV is an MFA requirement, nothing to do with immigration.Anonymous ******************
@Luit ****************
if the requirement is maintain funds then you cant go lower , correctGreg ********
@Mark *******
Why would a LTR holder be salty about the DTV? Do you mean Privilege/Elite?Andi ***********
@Mark *******
Yes, you are correct. The saltines have posted a lot of nonsense .Luit *****************
@Andi **********
Why on earth should someone with a far better visa be jealous on somebody with a tourist visa and take the time to post nonsense, that just does not make sense.Andi ***********
@Luit ****************
it does not make sense but there were such posts especially from some elites who paid 1-2 million THB when 10K THB gets a 5 yr multi entry stay.Elías ********
@Luit ****************
they might be jealous, not of the visa itself, but of other fellow foreigners being able to come here with "less efforts" than them. I mean, I wouldn't, but that's a possibility.Luit *****************
@Elías *******
I think DTV is not much easier, only more flexible and for workcation it might be cheaper but for soft power it is not that cheap.The 10K for 5 years is only in case of workcation.
Unless of course you ignore requirements and just gamble you did not get caught.
The main advantage of DTV is its flexibility which non-o does not have.
Mark ********
@Luit ****************
LTR holders have paid way over the top for a visa which is for many a lesser product. You'd be surprised how many are pi$$ed off over it!Anonymous *************
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Anonymous participant No mention of the 500k.
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@Greg *******
your life must be soooooo boring that you hanging out here all day to feel like an expert 😂Mark ********
Anonymous participant You listened to everything the poster had to say but totally missed two key words. It's only anonymous posters who are being "grilled" 😂😂😂😂
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@Greg *******
yeah it would be the same asking someone that's on a 1 year marriage extension to show 400k in bank when re-entering. If there was a requirement to maintain funds then it would be clear when applying , just like it's very clear with retirement visaLuit *****************
Anonieme deelnemer 424 You draw your own conclusions, nowhere is said it may be less during visa use. For retirement and marriage is stated you may lower it during the year, for DTV nothing is mentioned about the possibility to lower. But just keep believing your own rules, chances to get stopped are low anyway.
Mark ********
Anonymous participant 424 Correct! And neither marriage nor retirement visa holders are required to show funds when re-entering even though it's a requirement to maintain funds
Luit *****************
@Mark *******
marriage and retirement are checked every year when they extend, so why bother and check extra?Mark ********
@Luit ****************
We're talking about re-entering. I wish border immigration would check on retirees, all those on agency extensions would be denied entryAnonymous ******************
@Luit ****************
when extending yes , not during , when enteringGreg ********
Anonymous participant 424 Even with Retirement or Marriage Visa where you are required to maintain funds that only has to be proved once a year upon renewal at the Immigration Office - it is never asked for at entry.
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ORIGINAL POSTERAnonymous participant 424 ok thank you.
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