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Do immigration officials require cash on entry for visa exemption tourists in Thailand?

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Vlastimil *******

asked Sep 7, 2026

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Does anyone know if the immigration require cash on entry from visa exemption tourist or it is depends on officer. Thanks

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When entering Thailand on a visa exemption, tourists may be required to show proof of funds, which typically means having at least 20,000 Thai Baht (or equivalent) in cash. While it is not common for immigration officers to ask for this proof, there have been instances where tourists were denied entry for not having the funds available. Bank statements or ATM withdrawals are not accepted, and having cash on hand is highly recommended to avoid potential issues at immigration.

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Ant ***********

The 20,000 baht proof of funds rule isn’t new , implemented over 20 yrs ago

2 months ago

Phil ******

Its better

2 months ago

Robert *********

Such a silly reason to be denied .

You should have at least that much cash at all times anyway

2 months ago

Bob **********

If asked its cash only plus accommodation and onward travel

2 months ago

Ross ********

There are many tourists that have been denied entry because they didn't have the 20,000B in cash so not worth the risk .Also bank account statements are not acceptable and you can't use an ATM to withdraw money as there aren't any before immigration.

2 months ago

Gregor **********

the official rule is that you have to carry a minimum of equivalent of 20,000 Thai Baht. The chance that you will get asked, it 2%

2 months ago

Richard ********

Gregor Huettner in any major currency

2 months ago

Gregor **********

Richard Wicker is what I said : "equivalent"

2 months ago

Graham ******

Gregor Huettner even at 2% it's not worth the risk of being denied entry

2 months ago

Brandon ************

Proof of funds, proof of onward travel, and proof of lodging are all requirements for a tourist entry to Thailand.

They don't ask for it often, though they ask more than they used to. If they ask to see it and you don't have it, they can deny entry.

2 months ago

Vlastimil *******

@Brandon ***********

thanks. Last year Etihad did not allowed me to fly to Thailand from Manchester because i did not have return ticket. Had to biy one quickly on airport.

2 months ago