Answered8 years ago
Do I need to show Thai Baht or can I use other currencies as proof of funds when entering Thailand?
Regarding "proof of funds" when entering Thailand, do you have to show 10,000 (or 20,000) baht in Thai currency or can you have the equivalent in another major currency (USD, GBP,) or both combined? (eg. 5,000 baht + $200). Thanks.
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When entering Thailand, you need to show proof of funds of either 10,000 or 20,000 Baht. However, you can present this amount in other major currencies (like USD or GBP) as long as their equivalent value meets the requirement. Many travelers have reported that while they have not been personally asked to show this proof, it is advisable to carry the required amount in cash or an equivalent of major currencies.
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Robert *******
Immigration can ask. Two options: You have and enter Thailand to enjoy your stay, or you don't have and sit again in an airplane to other destination. The choice to bring cash is yours. It is in cash and equivelant currency is allowed. And with the words of Michael I close this topic for commenting: "Thanks to those people who answered my question.".
Akthar ************
Once I was asked when I did VOA I showed them usd but they wanted to see thai baht , then got it exchanged
Nikolina *******
just need to be asked amount in any currency they are gonna do counting
Michael **********
OPThanks to those people who answered my question. To those of you who had to tell me that you've never been asked, keep buying lottery tickets.
I don't like carrying that much cash, but I'd rather do that than be sent back to Beijing, Shanghai or anywhere else. 'Nuff said.
I don't like carrying that much cash, but I'd rather do that than be sent back to Beijing, Shanghai or anywhere else. 'Nuff said.
Warren ***********
All they care about is that your passport has more than 6mths left on it.Money is your problem.
Chris *******
NEVER been asked. 30+ visits
Steven **********
I was always told if you can afford the plane ticket you are a rich man
Bill ************
Entered the country 4 times in 2017. Was never ask about money.
Tod *********
Any currency is fine (y)'
Paul *******
Never been asked to show any money
Tod *********
That you (and many other people) have not been asked to show proof of funds when stamping into the country does NOT mean that there is no requirement to show proof of funds when asked.
Robert ********
Any cash equal to 10K or 20K in Thai Baht is fine, just have it with you on arrival.
Frank **********
Other currency is fine if it is equivalent to the amount listed in Baht.
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