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Does proof of funds need to be from a checking account, or is a brokerage account acceptable for Thai visa applications?

Dec 9, 2025
5 months ago
Does *proof of funds* need to be a checking/savings (cash) account, or will they accept a brokerage account? Do funds need to be seasoned?

Most of my emergency fund is in $SWVXX.

Trying to figure out if I need to move cash into checking and eat the lost interest, or if brokerage statements are acceptable.
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The conversation discusses the requirements for proof of funds in relation to Thai visa applications. It highlights that while personal bank accounts are preferred, some US embassies may accept brokerage accounts. However, the majority require funds to be in an easily accessible personal account, ideally seasoned for at least three months to demonstrate stability. Specific embassy regulations may vary, but using a checking or savings account is generally considered best practice.
Axel *******
Cash needs to be in a personal bank account ideally seasoned for 3 months. Some embassies don’t enforce it but it’s best practice
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DTV_Be*******
One acct with the equivalent of ฿500k for the needed vested period

How you do your financial gymnastics is not their concern

Just one acct…do it wrong and you just donated ฿10k

Good luck
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Andi ***********
a few US embassies accept brokerage accounts, vast majority worldwide, personal account only.
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Pete *******
Embassy specific for seasoning but most require funds in an instant access account.
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