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Can investment accounts be used as proof of finances for a Thai visa?

Thai Visa DTV Visa Proof of Finances Bank Account Investment Account Visa Requirements Embassy Procedures

Jan 25, 2026

3 months ago

Anonymous *************

ORIGINAL POSTER

I assume proof of finances cannot include investments (for example a stocks and shares account). 

I’m therefore planning to transfer some over to my bank account - is this fine? 

I have heard mixed reviews as to how long the finances need to have been there.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The consensus is that proof of finances for a Thai visa, particularly the DTV visa, must generally come from a conventional bank account (checking or savings) rather than investment accounts. While some embassies may accept investment accounts in certain circumstances, it is advisable to transfer funds from investments to a personal bank account. Additionally, funds typically need to have been in the account for a minimum of 3 months, although some embassies may have different requirements. It's recommended to check with the specific embassy for their rules regarding the seasoning of funds.

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Wannikea *********

The difference on how long you need the money seasoning is directly related to the embassy you will be applying through.

3 months ago

Toni *******

I sold stocks few days before applying, and was approved. But that was august 2024. Search the group for embassy you will be applying from, easy...

3 months ago

Anonymous ******************

It cannot be used in place of the ฿500k. But investment accounts absolutely support your application. If you've got healthy accounts you dont need to provide monthly income as some would have you believe. However you need to make your case carefully and intentionally.

3 months ago

Nathan **********

For example, I’ve transferred 500k baht equivalent in AUD in a savings account and will leave it there for 3 months. However I don’t use this account for transactions it will just have the funds sitting there. This is fine right?

3 months ago

Kurt *************

Needs to be private bank account

3 months ago

James ********

What is your passport nation?

Where do you plan to submit your DTV Visa Application? Which country?

Where are you now?

For what purpose of the DTV visa will you be applying for ?

Workcation or Soft Power Activity ?

3 months ago

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

There are some US embassies that accept investment accounts for the 500k.Vast majority do not, personal bank account only. It is fine to sell stock and transfer funds to your account. I did the same for my DTV.

3 months ago

Anonymous ******************

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

you still have to season the funds if you cash out an investment. Worth mentioning for someone unsure.

3 months ago

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

Anonymous participant 655 Not necessarily, it depends on where you apply. I did not have to season my investment withdrawal applying in Taipei. London is the same and there are others in Asia,

3 months ago

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

James ********

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

correct ✅

3 months ago

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James ********

Anonymous ******************

Generally the funds have to be in a conventional chequing or savings account and per the eVisa website, must be there for at least 3 months (

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Each Embassy or Consulate may treat it slightly differently and some just want to see your most recent statement while others want to see 3-6 months worth of statements and even then some may not need the value to meet or exceed 500k THB for all months, just the most recent one.

Past that, apparently some select consular offices in the US do accept investment accounts but I wouldn’t rely on it.

3 months ago

James ********

Correct 💯

3 months ago

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James ********

Can I obtain a DTV visa in Thailand with stock investments or do I need cash in my bank account?

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3 months ago

Can I use my investment account as financial proof for a 500k THB visa requirement, or should I transfer to a savings account?

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5 months ago