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Do I need both a 500,000 THB bank statement and proof of regular income for the Soft Power DTV in Thailand?

Dae ***********
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Do I need BOTH the 500,000 THB bank statement AND proof of regular income for the Soft Power DTV, or is the bank balance alone sufficient?
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For the Soft Power DTV visa in Thailand, the primary requirement is a bank balance of at least 500,000 THB maintained for the past three months. While proof of regular income is generally not a strict requirement, having evidence of how you will financially sustain yourself during your stay can be beneficial. Some applicants reported that they provided both bank statements and income proof, whereas others were approved with only the bank balance. To be best prepared, applicants are advised to check the latest requirements with the Thai embassy or consulate.
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MysticalAs***********
MysticalAs***********
They'll ask you on the app how much you're making, but even if you put that you're unemployed, you can still be approved.
Yilun ******
Yilun ******
For the Muay Thai (soft power) DTV, the requirement I know of is the bank balance: at least the equivalent of 500,000 THB in the account for each of the past 3 months. I can't confirm a separate proof-of-income requirement for this category, so check the current list with the Thai embassy or consulate in the country where you will apply. Also, a DTV has to be applied for from your home country (or a country where you hold permanent residence), not from inside Thailand.
Wannikea *********
Wannikea *********
There is no income requirement, although they might inquire about how you plan to sustain yourself.
Gene ********
Gene ********
Bank balance was good enough for me when I got mine about 6 months ago
Alan ******
Alan ******
500.000 in a bank, also 3 years tax returns .
Rick *********
Rick *********
Just showed 3 months of savings and that’s it.
Supporti*********
Supporti*********
Yes both in my case need to show how I will support my living
James *****
James *****
More is better here.
Ryan ********
Ryan ********
I submitted both my bank statements and how I’m supporting myself
Kieran *******
Kieran *******
I wasn’t asked specifically for proof of regular income in addition to the 500k but was asked to show how I would support myself financially for the duration of the visa
Khan ********
Khan ********
@Kieran ******
what did you say ?
Kieran *******
Kieran *******
@Khan *******
I showed evidence of savings/investments
Henrik *****
Henrik *****
The 500.000 baht deposit is meant as a guarantee that the tourist immediately can pay any unforeseen economic expenses, ex. Fines, compensations, hospital bills before getting treatment and so on.

So the deposit is not for living expenses.
Kurt *************
Kurt *************
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