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Does the 500k THB requirement for Thai visa applications allow for brokerage accounts or must it be in a bank account?
Does the 500k thb have to be in a bank account or does a brokerage account work? Thanks.
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The 500,000 THB requirement for visa applications must be held in a liquid bank account under the applicant's name, not in a brokerage or corporate account. Variability exists based on embassy requirements, as some may accept investment accounts, but it is generally safer to keep these funds in a traditional bank account.
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Henrik *****
It need to be readyly accessabel, if you end up in a hospital as ex.
Al**
It doesn't have to be in a Thai bank right? Also how long does the $ have to be in there?
Da ****
@Al**
yes no thai bank needed… depends on the embassy you go through. some demand only a current bank account overview… some require bank statements 1 month, 3 month, 6 months…Al**
@Da ***
ok thanks that's easy then. I meant like what about after the visa is approved or when getting an extension?Da ****
@Al**
yes you will just get another 180 day stamp. people have done that already and no problem at allAl**
@Da ***
If I fly out and come back which is what I plan to do, is it the same as a border run? I'll just get a stamp for another 180 days?Da ****
@Al**
no one cares after the visa is approved… but for extension you will most likely have to show a proof again. people will just border run every 180 days
Nerma ********
I had an investment account and it was approved in Stockholm.
Robert ***********
Been well covered. Has to be in a liquid bank account. And the applicants name must be on it. Not a corporate or business account
Robin *********
Munich declined my brokerage account
James ********
Bank account to be safe.
Pete *******
Depends on the Embassy your applying to. Each have their own requirements.
Dara ****
@Pete ******
i have heard vietnam embassy just asks for the balance and not full statament is that true?
Andi ***********
@Dara ***
Vietnam is asking for 6 months of statements now, very recent posts confirm this. Also depending on the applicant 6mths booked accommodation. Vietnam is tightening up on approvals.Pete *******
@Dara ***
why don’t you ask them?Henrik *****
Dara ****
@Pete ******
Looking for their contact 😁 You have their email?Activity
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