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Do I need to keep 500,000 THB in my bank account for 3 months for my Thai visa application?
Question regarding the 500,000 THB. I have it but on my broker/investments account (so technically it’s not a bank account). It is not invested so it was liquid at all times. Would that work?
UPD: the answer is no, so I just transferred it to my bank account, would that be enough if im applying in 2 weeks or it has to be there for 3 month?
UPD: the answer is no, so I just transferred it to my bank account, would that be enough if im applying in 2 weeks or it has to be there for 3 month?
Answer summary
The requirements for the 500,000 THB minimum in a bank account for a Thai visa vary by embassy and seem to necessitate having the funds in a personal bank account. While some users reported success with shorter durations, the general consensus is that to avoid complications, it is advisable to maintain the funds for at least 3 months in your account before applying.
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Anonymous ******************
I got mine in Vientiane last month. I had the
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0 baht in my bank for only 2 weeksAnonymous *************
OPAnonymous participant 910 awesome, thanks a lot for the info! 🙂
John ********
3 months, because people were abusing it and would transfer money in that they didnt have and out once they got the visa.
John ********
Sure. Loophole. Its closed now. 3 months is what is required now.
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@John *******
it's not really abuse and more of a loophole. Not many people just have $15k sat in their accounts. Especially younger people in which the DTV is aimed at.
Barry *************
Has to be in a personal bank account. The 3 months is a requirement. But at the moment it depends on where you apply and that embassies policy.
Tin **********
Liquid
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OP@Tin *********
it is liquid, I can transfer it any time (just transferred some to my usual bank account just in case)Danny **********
In my case they even wanted see money comes in payments and because of a job. The amount was not enough. Had to show my company and private bank account.
Adam *********
@Danny *********
we got the DTV tooDanny **********
Wannikea *********
How long the funds need to season is directly dependent on the embassy/consulate you'll be applying through. You can use the group search tool with that embassies name and see what their seasoning requirements are.
Jay *****
As others said, no.
Ade ********
Read the rules.
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OP@Ade *******
thanks, I just transferred it to my main account but planning to apply in two weeks, is that ok or does it have to stay there for 3 month?Ade ********
Anonymous participant and now there’s a tax implication.
Anonymous *************
OP@Ade *******
you are wrong.
John **********
Anonymous participant depends where you will apply
Anonymous *************
OP@John *********
Hanoi.
Justin ********
No.
Kaitlyn *********
No it has to be in a bank account and sometimes for a minimum of 30 days to 3 months
Anonymous *************
OP@Kaitlyn ********
thanks, the “sometimes” is basically up for the person reviewing / specific embassy to decide? I just transferred it to my bank account but planning to apply in 2 weeks.
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous participant It will vary depending on the embassy or consulate you apply to. Some ask for up to 6 months worth of statements.
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