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Do you need to carry 20,000 baht on arrival with a DTV visa in Thailand?
Dec 14, 2025
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ORIGINAL POSTERDo you need to carry 20k baht on arrival if you have the DTV visa, can you be asked for it by the IO
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While there is no official requirement to carry 20,000 baht upon arrival in Thailand with a DTV visa, travelers have shared varied experiences. Immigration officers (IOs) have the discretion to ask for proof of funds regardless of visa type, so it's advisable to be prepared with cash or bank statements. Some people report never being asked for funds, while others warn that they have been asked, especially in light of stricter enforcement of immigration rules. Factors like appearance and history of visa use may influence whether an IO decides to ask for proof of funds.
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Alan ******
25 years now , never never been ask to show any funds , I have kept the same savings account that I showed for my
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0 baht just in case , came in 2 months ago on my dtv visa smooth as silk 😀 😎Tod *********
As people correctly stated, the proof of funds, proof of onward travel and proof of lodging are requirements for people entering thailand free stamp (visa exempt) entry.
If you have a valid visa <- like the DTV 😉 you will not be asked for proof of funds stamping in
If you have a valid visa <- like the DTV 😉 you will not be asked for proof of funds stamping in
MagentaAv*********
I’ve heard they’ve asked dtv holders coming into Phuket. You can also hire agent for fast track and avoid all these potential requirements
Alex ****
Thai immigration has the right to ask anything from any foreigner visiting their country. And they can decide not to let you in only because such personal decisions are made, they don't need any explanation to provide.
Alex ****
Sometimes people make themselves smarter and more powerful than Thai immigration but it's only online on Facebook lol 😆
"You farang, you pay, you don't ask*"—as rude as it may sound, this logic has been in place in Thailand for decades.
Thailand isn't about strict, "by-the-book" rules. It's not just what's written that matters, but who makes the decision.
The final decision always rests with the immigration officer. They have complete discretion—both at the border and within the country.
"You farang, you pay, you don't ask*"—as rude as it may sound, this logic has been in place in Thailand for decades.
Thailand isn't about strict, "by-the-book" rules. It's not just what's written that matters, but who makes the decision.
The final decision always rests with the immigration officer. They have complete discretion—both at the border and within the country.
Tom *******
Depends what you look like.
Ian **********
Yes, and you must also carry a signed photo of Donald Trump
Steve *********
@Ian *********
or option #2, a signed copy of Biden, using his auto pen 🖊Reply to
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Brilliant*********
I just arrived Suvarnabhumi airport so many people and didn’t ask anything
Karl ********
In going to Thailand over 20 years and around 60 visits never once been asked if I have any money once
Chan *********
@Karl *******
they have all your history of going there the moment they see your passport, so for 20 years you didnt give them issues but for others who look suspicious then yes they will ask.Luit *****************
@Karl *******
That is also my experience and the experience of many, many others.But fact is that it is a requirement, very clear in Thai law, and that means when IO has any doubt about you whatsoever, they will ask for the money, and very often people don't have that much cash and then they have a perfectly valid reason to deny entry.
Karl ********
@Luit ****************
if its clearly stated you need 20 thousand baht then no excuse not taking it with you is there really.Luit *****************
@Karl *******
Indeed no excuse not to take it with you, but when they never ask for it, it sometimes just slips my mind.Reply to
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Anonymous ******************
This seems like a rule created to have an excuse to deny entry to undesirable people. They know hardly anyone has this when they enter.
Dany ********
Anonymer Teilnehmer 604 its in place for 25 years.
Anonymous ******************
@Dany *******
right… so keep a rule on the books forever that practically everyone breaks so you can have an excuse to deny the ones causing problemsDany ********
Anonymer Teilnehmer 604 people have been denied in the past for not having 20k. there were reports every year here and there. especially from indian and other countries that seem to be scrutinized more. its not something new. and its still not checked a lot right now. just media hype.
most people will have 600€$£ on them when
entering the country. only cheap charlies dont
most people will have 600€$£ on them when
entering the country. only cheap charlies dont
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Marwan ***********
It is depending of the officer in the immigration
David ********
Is it actual cash or can you show your account balance?
Luit *****************
If they want they can insist on cash it seems, so better not gamble
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Roger **************
not sure u enter or no. now the not allowed
David ***********
If that happens to you a lot then maybe you have raised a few red flags in the past.
Darrell *********
You have a DTV approved. People that come visa exempt and try to stay for more than 180 days in a year on a tourist visa are the problem. You are living here at that point and the thais want you to apply for a long term visa
Mike **********
Indians should have to carry a bar a soap and directions how to shower and 100k baht.
Dan *******
Tell us more about your strange fantasy. It’s almost as if you want to the internet to know all about your peculiar fetish . Do you need mental health assistance ?
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Sefton ********
Is it possible ? Yes.
Is it likely ? No but more than it was 6 months ago.
Is there ever hard and fast precise published rules consistently followed at each entry point ?? No. Get used to that.
Is it likely ? No but more than it was 6 months ago.
Is there ever hard and fast precise published rules consistently followed at each entry point ?? No. Get used to that.
ArticulateS***********
Been visiting for over 20 years and have been asked once on a border bounce from Laos. I had the money because it was one of those “moments in time” IOs where actually enforcing the rules.
As others have said IOs can refuse you for any reason even with a valid Visa. Often the reason given / scribbled in the passport is “insufficient funds”.
So the answer is do you need the 20k - probably not - until the day you do!!!
As others have said IOs can refuse you for any reason even with a valid Visa. Often the reason given / scribbled in the passport is “insufficient funds”.
So the answer is do you need the 20k - probably not - until the day you do!!!
Tang *****
Never been asked in 30 years. But if they get suspicious then maybe.
Christopher ***********
@Tang ****
Can’t have been with a DTV.Reply to
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Neale *********
I would screen shot your bank account the day of travel in case anyone asks
David ************************
Just ask if they take credit cards if asked for any funds.
Dany ********
@David ***********************
they dont accept that.Reply to
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Andrew *********
They can ask anything they want. It depends on the officer. Its always been the rule just now they are enforcing it more.
The whole thing is in response to Taksin visa/visa exempt changes of which the DTV is one. So yeah its possible to be asked. If you've got a long previous tourist visa history, look like a hippy or Indian youll more likely be asked as its always been.
The whole thing is in response to Taksin visa/visa exempt changes of which the DTV is one. So yeah its possible to be asked. If you've got a long previous tourist visa history, look like a hippy or Indian youll more likely be asked as its always been.
Darrell *********
@Andrew ********
this was over someone who had come here and stayed too long multiple times during the year.Remember the policy is 180 days in a year or you need a real visa
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Garry ********
Can it be in USD
Christopher ***********
@Garry *******
Yes. Any major currency.Garry ********
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Asia *********
Yes 40k in Thai baht now, announced recently to keep out backpackers
Dan *******
Your source for that information ? Sounds like you’re incorrect.
James ********
Wrong 😞... it's 20,000 Thai baht in CASH any foreign currency BUT not likely to be asked if you have a DTV Visa.
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Ethan ******
Never had to show cash or anything other than my passport and DTV visa
Shin ******
I came through to CNX and have come in to both airports in BKK and never had any issues, however it appears some folks are now having issues, so it's really hard to say 100%, it can also depend on the customs agent. Be pleasant smile and look well put together. Thailand is trying to get rid of freeloaders!🤷🏾♀️
Kool *******
It all depends on how you look. Immigration stereotypes, and profiles, and if you fit their profiles, you get extra scrutiny
Jon ********
I've never had to show any money with my DTV ?
William *******
No
Anonymous ******************
@William ******
Valid for visas as well. Sth not explicitly mentioned but wouldn't be surprised they are included since an almost tourist visa.Dany ********
Anonymer Teilnehmer 749 yes all visa
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Kevin *********
@William ******
yesReply to
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Robert *******
Thailand Immigration CAN ask (I not say, you will be asked)
1. valid and genuine passport
2. IF you got a visa issued, a print out
3. Print of the Thailand Digital Arrival Card tdac.immigration.go.th
4. the Boarding pass
5. Proof of onward travel within the period you get stamped into this country
6. Proof of accommodation
7. Proof of finance, 20.000 Thb (40.000 Thb for family) or equivalent currency in CASH
Not every visitor is asked to show all 7 points, it all depends on the Immigration Officer, but IF you get asked you have to show. IT saves a lot of time if you are prepared.
OR show the other comments, special the one, I'm not asked and not specified for me as DTV holder.
Than tell the Immigration Office to shut up and do as you demand but it may have consequences
1. valid and genuine passport
2. IF you got a visa issued, a print out
3. Print of the Thailand Digital Arrival Card tdac.immigration.go.th
4. the Boarding pass
5. Proof of onward travel within the period you get stamped into this country
6. Proof of accommodation
7. Proof of finance, 20.000 Thb (40.000 Thb for family) or equivalent currency in CASH
Not every visitor is asked to show all 7 points, it all depends on the Immigration Officer, but IF you get asked you have to show. IT saves a lot of time if you are prepared.
OR show the other comments, special the one, I'm not asked and not specified for me as DTV holder.
Than tell the Immigration Office to shut up and do as you demand but it may have consequences
AllSabaai ******
Except #3... you don't need to Print out your TDAC as long as you really done it and have it to your email and phone
Then it is ok
Because once you done it.. it showed them in system ka 🙏
Then it is ok
Because once you done it.. it showed them in system ka 🙏
Mark *********
@AllSabaai *****
thanks for clarifying thatAllSabaai ******
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Robert *******
@AllSabaai *****
Feel free to explain the Immigration Officer your view on the regulations set by his boss.AllSabaai ******
Last... this is from Immigrant website about TDAC... photo on phone is enough
Robert *******
@AllSabaai *****
English is a difficult language, I understand as it is not my mothers tongue.BE aware with statements if you do not understand what is written.
OR assume you think you are allowed to change Immigration regulations.
You may read this, special point 8 Step for Submit the Thailand Arrival Card
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AllSabaai ******
Think what you think
Your opinion about us equal Zero.
Try to criticize us just to show you are right. Is as well something we don't care.
Telling we are assuming we think we can change the immigration regulations is as well your only assumption and not what we think
And as your mother language is not English then don't ack as an expert from Oxford University.
The sentence is clarifying exactly that a photo in phone for TDAC in case it is asked by immigration to show is ok
Since TDAC start May 2025 up to now
We did not see any one get asked to show TDAC print out... if a person print it out and they take it.
That doesn't mena it is a mandatory to be a print out copy in case they ask you to show it.
Point 8.in the same link you share says
( 8. Download the Thailand Digital Arrival Card. You can also download or print a copy from the email address provided for the duration of your stay in Thailand.) The sentence is so clear that download ( or ) print there is no must be print
And again.. we told you we don't care what you think or what idea you adopt.
So stop addressing us comments to try to show you are right because we don't care ka
Enjoy your Sunday without annoying others
Your opinion about us equal Zero.
Try to criticize us just to show you are right. Is as well something we don't care.
Telling we are assuming we think we can change the immigration regulations is as well your only assumption and not what we think
And as your mother language is not English then don't ack as an expert from Oxford University.
The sentence is clarifying exactly that a photo in phone for TDAC in case it is asked by immigration to show is ok
Since TDAC start May 2025 up to now
We did not see any one get asked to show TDAC print out... if a person print it out and they take it.
That doesn't mena it is a mandatory to be a print out copy in case they ask you to show it.
Point 8.in the same link you share says
( 8. Download the Thailand Digital Arrival Card. You can also download or print a copy from the email address provided for the duration of your stay in Thailand.) The sentence is so clear that download ( or ) print there is no must be print
And again.. we told you we don't care what you think or what idea you adopt.
So stop addressing us comments to try to show you are right because we don't care ka
Enjoy your Sunday without annoying others
Andreas *********
@AllSabaai *****
you CAN get asked for a printed copy of the TDAC, signed by you in blue ink, among other copies of other documents, when you apply for the 30-days touristic extension, or for the 1-year extension of the stay permit. I don't say you will, I also say you can. As in the old days when the TM6 still existed, you had to give Immigration a signed in blue ink printed copy of your TM6 arrival&departure card. Now the TDAC is done online, but it still maybe will get asked from you to supply a printed copy on Immigration when you apply for an extensionAllSabaai ******
@Andreas ********
we are talking about enter at airport We are not talking about Extension visa exemption or TR.
Thank you
Andreas *********
@AllSabaai *****
Haven’t you understood? Most definitely you will have to supply a printed copy of your most recent TDAC on Immigration when you apply for an extension of the stay permit, be it as a tourist or be it for a longterm stay permit . . . . . I run a visa advice group, and I have received two reports from last week, entry at the BKK airport, had to show the TDAC. One showed it on the smartphone screen, and the other one showed the printed copy. Myself I entered in September, I have a printed TDAC copy, because I expect to be asked to show it to Immigration next week, when I apply for my annual extension of stayAllSabaai ******
@Andreas ********
good luckAnd it clearly you don't get what we mean.
We said a copy on the phone is accepted in case you get asked for TDAC to show at airport.
This is the topic .
And we are not discussing here visa extension...
Regards...
Andreas *********
@AllSabaai *****
and I said I show them a printed TDAC at the airport, because I will need a printed copy anyways when I go for my extension application. A printed TDAC will be accepted at the airport, no need to carry it around on an electronic device that can break down or crash at any given momentAllSabaai ******
@Andreas ********
it is your choice to print it out at airport and we show you that it is ok to show photo email file in case even get asked to show it and the photo screenshot from the immigration website is up there you can go and see. So please stop this discussion. Do whatever you wish.
We don't care who adopt what methods.
Everyone is free to do what he find it ok to him.
Have a good day ka
AllSabaai ******
@Robert ******
i don't need to explain any , because1- i don't need TDAC
2- it is our work and since TDAC started Non of all our clients has been ever requested for TDAC print out
3- if you want to believe this. We have no obligation to that... up to you. We don't care to convince anyone
Robert *******
@AllSabaai *****
What part of: "CAN ask (I not say, you will be asked)"and "Not every visitor is asked to show all 7 points,"
Did you not understand?
But thanks for acknowledgement of my correct statement, by confirming that your customers did not get asked all 7 point which CAN be asked.
AllSabaai ******
We did not give you any acknowledgement about any statement of you is correct.
And when we said our customers menas any one ,we served for any type of visa during his stay and travel in and out .
Stop trying to play the ( Mr. EXPERT) role , you won't get any medal for this.
Neither us are looking for a medal too.
We are just stating an information and it is officially mentioned in the Immigration website. A photo is enough if even they ask to show.
End of this discussion
And when we said our customers menas any one ,we served for any type of visa during his stay and travel in and out .
Stop trying to play the ( Mr. EXPERT) role , you won't get any medal for this.
Neither us are looking for a medal too.
We are just stating an information and it is officially mentioned in the Immigration website. A photo is enough if even they ask to show.
End of this discussion
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Chris *****
It still amazes how "toxic" people can become on social media. If people would risk a "punch in the face" as in real life, I assume they would be more mindful how to respond. Wow! 💥🙏🏼
Dan *******
But but but , they took four Muay Thai lessons. They can beat anyone. 😝
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Thoughtfu*********
If you are unlucky and get an IO that’s having a bad day. Or has a mandate to be extra strict on the rules. They might ask for proof of funds to support your stay. One of the few actual official laws of Thailand that allows them to legally deny you entry is not having the required funds to support your stay. Even though they might say the reason is something else like too many entries. The official reason will be lack of funds. People coming in on any kind of exempt or other visa. If you have an outbound flight and 20k+ cash. It is very rare for them to actually refuse you entry. Saying that. It’s not actually a requirement for people on a DTV to have either of these things. But your entry is at the discretion of the IO at the time and if they decide to apply rules designed for other types of visas/exemption. To you on a DTV there is nothing you can do about it. In these uncertain times be safe. Have 20k+ cash with you. And if they ask for a flight they will allow you to book one on your phone in the immigration office. So plan ahead and find an airline with a 100% refund policy and be ready to book if you are unlucky and they ask.
Dany ********
ThoughtfulGrape605 it is a requirement for dtv holders as its categorized a tourist visa and the official law for the „cash on entry“ specifies categories like transit, tourist, non immigrant
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Justin ********
Carrying money is a requirement for visa exempt tourists, never a requirement specified for the DTV. But then again, the country doesn't seem to have any sort of fixed laws like the rest of the world who knows what kinda crap they'll try to pull next!
Anonymous ******************
@Justin *******
Wrong. It applies to any foreigner.David ***********
@Justin *******
If that happens to you then maybrAndrew *********
@Justin *******
. They can ask anyone. The DTV isnt wanted by the Authorities. It was a troll by Taksin same as endless 60 day visa exempts. Its these visa changes that have caused the clampdown in response. They can ask anyone and they have for years, the rule isnt something new. They are most likely as they always have done targeting long tourist visa histories, beach bum/hippy looks or India and other stereotyped countries.Anonymous ******************
@Andrew ********
may be the case by haven't heard even one anecdote from DTV holder being asked to show funds while enteringReply to
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John **********
@Justin *******
not just for visa exempt touristsJustin ********
@John *********
Officially it is so you can't find written official statements it can be demanded as a condition of entry for anyone else. Now are they making arbitrary demands of people? I dunnoDany ********
@Justin *******
of course you can find the official law that has been published in the royal gazette in year 2000…. check your factsJohn **********
@Justin *******
visa exempt and tourist visas have the same requirementsReply to
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Luit *****************
@Justin *******
the 20k cash is not a visa requirement, but just for all foreigners entering the country.Duncan *******
@Luit ****************
it's a requirement for entering as a tourist. It's not required for all foreigners entering the country.Christopher ***********
@Duncan ******
Depends which sources you read.Duncan *******
@Christopher **********
Tourists need to have 20k, long-term visa holders do not and you've got a source that says otherwise, do share.Christopher ***********
@Duncan ******
Where does your belief come from?Dany ********
@Duncan ******
everyone needs to have cash. official thai law from year 2000… kinda ridiculous that we even talk about it after its in place for 25 years, isnt it?Luit *****************
@Duncan ******
so for DTV holders it is a requirement.Reply to
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Robert *******
@Justin *******
There is a fixed regulations, BUT only for those willing to accept itReply to
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Lore ******
Came in yesterday, no questions asked
Cesar *******
40k for anonymous participants.
Anonymous ******************
@Cesar ******
Anonymous posting is allowed. Get over it.Brian *********
Anonymous participant 699 these are generally older men who love creeping on peoples profiles because they have nothing better to do
Christopher ***********
@Brian ********
It’s a symptom of pre senile dementia. Regressing to childish behaviour.Reply to
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