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Do you need to show 20,000 baht when entering Thailand on a DTV visa?
Do you need 20k cash if you’re entering on DTV? I got the visa based on evidence I hav 500k. Just curious.
Answer summary
When entering Thailand on a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV), there is no strict requirement for travelers to show 20,000 baht in cash. Many users have reported that during their entry, officials primarily ask for evidence of sufficient funds, such as a bank app displaying a minimum of 500,000 baht. However, experiences vary; while some travelers always carry the amount just in case, others have never been asked for it. It's noted that any traveler could potentially be asked for cash regardless of their visa type, particularly if they appear underprepared.
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Kaylie ****************
I was asked for it, it wasn't in baht but it was the equivalent and they accepted it.
BraveS*******
In and out thailand for 5 years, stay in thailand 90% of the time. Last 2years dtv before that no visa, never been asked to show money. But the 20k rule is for all tourist visas and visa exemption and voa.
ChiangMaiR***********
I always bring 20k baht just in case, even if I've never been asked. I know there's a chance you'll get pulled over, and more and more DTV holders are being denied entrance to the kingdom
Delightfu**********
36 entries on the DTV so far and never once have I been asked
IndigoG********
If you dont have it with you and they ask you, what is your plan?
Brittle********
I’ve never been asked myself, but the general consensus is that if you look rough, the chances increase.
Clean shaven, styled hair, with a buttoned up shirt and you will be fine.
Clean shaven, styled hair, with a buttoned up shirt and you will be fine.
Confident**********
How many times are people going to ask the same f*cking question? 🙄🤷
Thai_wo*******
ConfidentPapaya1511 as many times as people effing need to 👌 that what the groups about don’t like it ? … use the leave group button
Confident**********
Thai_wonder_55 do I need to have 20k on me or does crypto or monopoly money work?
Alan *******
Its called trolling.
Michelle *********
ConfidentPapaya1511 how many more haters exist on the internet?
Michael ******
ConfidentPapaya1511 you got a problem helping people and answering questions?? Maybe you should find another group. Obviously this person did not know the answer to the question. Maybe they don’t know how to search for previous responses in the group. Either way it’s easier for you to just ignore the question if it bothers you and much nicer than swearing at someone who is simply trying to find an answer to a question
Confident**********
@Michael *****
well I don't see an answer from you either so go f yourself if you also aren't willing to help then don't complain when others aren't either 🙄🖕Michael ******
ConfidentPapaya1511 wow!! Youre a really “nice”person aren’t you??? Telling people to go f themselves and attacking people for asking questions. I didn’t answer the question because others already had and god forbid anyone posting the same thing over again. Imagine what you would say to that???
Bloody keyboard warriors. You seriously need to take a chill pill and just relax buddy
Bloody keyboard warriors. You seriously need to take a chill pill and just relax buddy
Delightfu**********
@Michael *****
yes, because it's easier to actually search than post the same thing daily... It's an indication that much of the world is completely retardedBen *******
I was approved Tuesday and was stressing out so much about this before coming into the country yesterday but decided to not get the 20K baht and they didn’t ask for it, they just asked to see my bank app with the 500K baht in it. FYI It appears first time DTV entries now have to do a short interview on entry into thailand, basically asked me to fill out a form with simple info. I had already been in thailand for 157 days on 2 visa free entries and 2 extensions so expected to be scrutinised more but I was fine! No need for the 20K.
Thai_wo*******
@Ben ******
where did you apply form please and how long did it takeBen *******
Vientiane in Laos and 2.5 weeks
Christopher ***********
@Ben ******
Thank you. The Passenger Statement Form applies to visas and visa exempt entries. There has been a report similar to your own at Chiang Mai Airport.
Wille ***********
@Ben ******
Chiang Mai?Ben *******
Yes!
GiftedPe*********
As mentioned anyone can be asked.
My husband and I always carry it incase. Neither of us have been asked in about 8 entries, but I don't think its worth the risk of not carrying it.
My husband and I always carry it incase. Neither of us have been asked in about 8 entries, but I don't think its worth the risk of not carrying it.
ElegantKa**********
Anyone can be asked to show 20k on entry regardless of visa status.
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