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Do I need to transfer 500k baht to my bank account for 3 months to qualify for a DTV visa in Thailand?

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asked Jun 29, 2026

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Hello everyone.

I'm looking to apply for cooking course DTV visa, but the requirements say that I need 500k baht in my bank account statements for at least 3 months.

I have a stock brokerage account that has most of my money, and I only transfer the money to my bank account when I need it.

My question is would I need to transfer 500k baht to my bank and wait 3 months for the bank statements before I apply for the DTV?

Thank you

Answer summary

To apply for a DTV visa for a cooking course in Thailand, you must maintain 500,000 baht in a personal bank account for at least 3 months. Funds in a stock brokerage account are not acceptable for this requirement. It's important to note that visa requirements can vary based on the consulate you apply through, and it's advisable to confirm specific conditions with the relevant Thai embassy or consulate.

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James ********

What is your passport nation?

Where will you be applying for the DTV visa?

Where are you now?

Those are important questions to ask...as Thai Embassies and Consulates differ in their requirements.

4 months ago

Mario ********

When i have the money and also much more than needed but no income at the moment, is that a problem?

4 months ago

Mario ********

@Luit ****************

for me its enough for thailand. I can easy live 5 years with this money, even 10 without income.

4 months ago

Luit *****************

@Mario *******

That might depend on how much is much more.

I think you should also for yourself decide if that much more is enough for your time in Thailand.

4 months ago

Fred ******

Yes

4 months ago

John **********

You can't use your brokerage account so you would need to transfer to a normal personal bank account. How long the money has to be in account before you can apply for the DTV varies by the consulate you will apply through

4 months ago

Daniel ********

Yes

4 months ago

Trustworth**********

Yes for 3 months. Some request 6 months

4 months ago