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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?

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Nov 28, 2024

4 months ago

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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.

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Al**

It doesn't have to be in a Thai bank right? Also how long does the $ have to be in there?

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Da ****

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…

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Al**

ok thanks that's easy then. I meant like what about after the visa is approved or when getting an extension?

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Da ****

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

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Al**

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?

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Da ****

yes you will just get another 180 day stamp. people have done that already and no problem at all

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Nerma ********

I had an investment account and it was approved in Stockholm.

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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

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Robin *********

Munich declined my brokerage account

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James ********

Bank account to be safe.

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Pete *******

Depends on the Embassy your applying to. Each have their own requirements.

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Dara ****

i have heard vietnam embassy just asks for the balance and not full statament is that true?

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Andi ***********

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.

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Pete *******

why don’t you ask them?

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Dara ****

Looking for their contact 😁 You have their email?

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Henrik *****

Open google,

Enter “Thai Embassy (desired country)

press enter.

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