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Do I need to show a new banknote of 500,000 Baht when re-entering Thailand on a DTV visa?

Jul 25, 2025
8 days ago
Mats ***************
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When i re entry on DTV visa, do i have to show a new banknote on 500k Bath??
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TLDR : Answer Summary
When re-entering Thailand on a DTV visa, it is not mandatory to show a new banknote of 500,000 Baht, although some immigration officers may ask to see proof of funds. Responses indicate variability in enforcement, with some recent travelers reporting no checks on the amount during their re-entry. It is advisable to have the necessary documents ready, including evidence of funds, but it appears the requirement is not rigorously enforced.
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Tanja ********
Just entered today in Phuket the second time. No question asked ❤️
DAY17 ***********************
No Need
Kevin ********
It has happened in the past, and for sure it will happen if the future. Some places and some IO are stricter than others and of course if they are having a bad day then you just don’t know.

My advice is to make sure it’s always available.
Abdulghani ******
4 things are expected of you to be ready to show as soon as you step in front of the IO : passport, Boarding pass, TDAC, DTV visa.
James ********
@Abdulghani *****
correct ✅...

BUT I would suggest that the DTV visa holder carry with them a copy of the documents used to obtain the DTV visa. To show the Thai Immigration Officers if asked.

Especially if arriving on an international flight to Chiang Mai airport.
Robi****
Hi, I have seen this question pop up before. I think it really depends on the customs agent that you are going to be talking to often times, your answers to their questions may cause a bit of a delay or conflict while they clarify your reentry. It seems that  agents are allowed to ask this question so I would be prepared to show them the answer which would be a screenshot of your bank account but it is not required so it won’t happen every time. From my research in this thread, I would also not say that you are on a workation, (work- vacation)  as the interpretation of this may be that you are going there to work. I would just inform that you are on holiday, present your passport and visa and state your visa status. 
Candace *********
why are there conflicting answers?
Anna *********
@Candace ********
because it’s FB🤣
John *********
In English please ffs!🤦🏻‍♀️
James ********
@John ********
he's trying to ask...
Justin *****
@John ********
English is clearly not their first language. We all understand what he is saying, as I am sure you do too. So why comment like a dic*?
Anonymous ******************
Why can you answer people, not reasonably answer even if the question may have been asked more often. You are worried, it is sold as a 5 year visa. Some quit your apartment because you then want to pay rent in Thailand and not in your home country for the time, which is understandable, you want to feel safe if you have to get out and enter as well as the requirement of the visa. The fact that so many always have to be so arrogant, the group is there and if you don't want to answer, then leave it and leave it to them who want to help or provide information. You always say Thailand is so great, the people are so nice, then take an example ...
James ********
Anonymous participant 680 thank you, well said ✅
Dany ********
no you dont
Heath ********
Here's a 500k bath to show them, joking aside though, some people have had to
James ********
@Heath *******
totally unhelpful reply 😞
Anonymous ******************
500k banknotes. Wouldn’t wanna be carrying those around with me 😧
Greg ********
Anonymous participant 118 I once carried 250 of them from the bank in the mall downstairs to the watch shop :-)
Anonymous ******************
People have had to.
Toni *******
General guideline for tourist visas (not only tr) is to have
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thb
Anonymous ******************
No
Andi ***********
There is no current requirement to show 500K on arrival. An IO could ask to see it though.