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Do I need to maintain 150,000 THB in my bank account for DTV visa renewal in Thailand?

DTV Visa Visa Renewal Bank Balance Requirements Visa Application Process Thailand Immigration Expat Advice

Jun 11, 2025

a year ago

Kia ****

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I have not approved for the dtv visa yet because I was wondering if I have to always keep 15000 in my bank account in order to renew my visa or is it just the first time applying

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TLDR : Answer Summary

To renew your DTV visa in Thailand, you must continue to meet all the original application criteria, which includes maintaining a minimum bank balance. Although it's not usually checked upon re-entry into the country (border run), it is advisable to keep 500,000 THB seasoned in your account as it may still be required during the extension process at immigration. Having the funds ensures you can support yourself while living in Thailand.

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Steve *******

You need to fulfill every criteria you did when you applied for the visa, every time you do an extension.

But you can easily bypass that by just flying out and back into the country and getting a new 180 day stamp, each time you enter the country.

a year ago

Kia ****

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@Steve ******

thank you that was helpful

a year ago

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Kia ****

Arun ***************

There have been cases where DTV visa holders were asked at the immigration to show bank balance but this is very rare. It is advisable to continuing holding the money in the account as this is one of the requirements for under the DTV visa!

The Thai government still wants to ensure that all applicants are able to support themselves while living here. It is unlikely that they will check but things may change in the future.

a year ago

Toni *******

@Arun **************

"been cases"? I think its the requirement for extension, not only random stuff... easier to exit and return Thailand than provide all the documents again

a year ago

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Toni *******

David ********

You haven't been approved why you worrying about extension. Did you borrow the 500 k and you must give it back now 🤣🤣🤣

a year ago

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

If you extend at an immigration office you need to show 500kTHB seasoned for at least 1 month. Currently no need to show it when doing a border run but it is a good idea to have it saved in case of being asked to show it.

a year ago

Wannikea *********

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

immigration wants to see seasoned for 30 days for extension

a year ago

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Wannikea *********

Will I need to show 500,000 baht in savings when re-entering Thailand on a DTV visa after the initial 6-month exit?

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a year ago

Do I need to resubmit the 500,000 THB financial documents for the DTV visa 180-day extension?

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