How long do I need to maintain £11,000 in my UK bank account to apply for a DTV visa for Muay Thai in Thailand?

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Jan 21, 2025

2 days ago

Anonymous *************

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Does anyone know how long I need to have had £11k in my UK bank account when I apply for the DTV?

I've looked at the Thai Embassy's UK's website, but there is no specific information there pertaining to this question.

(I'll be applying for a soft power DTV - Muay Thai..).

Thanks

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user seeks clarification on the duration for which they need to maintain £11,000 in their UK bank account when applying for the DTV visa (soft power for Muay Thai) in Thailand. While there's no specific guidance available on the Thai Embassy's website, several comments suggest there might not be a strict rule regarding the duration, and that the financial requirement generally relates to having sufficient funds for potential emergencies. The conversation indicates a lack of concrete information, with users sharing their experiences and varying interpretations.

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Henrik *****

The reason for you to have the 500.000 Baht in your own account, is if you ie. get involved in a accident, then you have proven you got 500.000 Baht in your possesion to pay hospitalbills, damage to other parties etc.

a day ago

Anonymous *************

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@Henrik ****

Travel insurance would cover that. Plus, if it's in an account for anything from a day to 6 months, it's not going to cover a 5 year visa so..

a day ago

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Rafa ***********

How about in Vietnam (hanoi)🇻🇳 ? I have the same question

a day ago

Anonymous *************

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@Rafa **********

I've heard that Vietnam is a good option but I don't want to fly there and am heading back to the UK soon in any case so... Good luck.

a day ago

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Jason ************

It’s currently about £12,000 (& perhaps continuing to climb) as the baht is holding strong whilst other currencies, like the £ not doing so well… 💴

a day ago

Anonymous *************

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@Jason ***********

On the UK Embassy site, it states £11,000, but I think that could change.

a day ago

Jason ************

Anonymous participant Yes, maybe a couple of weeks out of date. The required 500,000 baht is what it’s based on. Good luck anyway! 🙏🏻

a day ago

Anonymous *************

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@Jason ***********

Thank you. Will have to start worrying about what they'll do re. double taxation next I suppose!

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

When you apply in the UK, the 500k can be banked same day or earlier.

2 days ago

Anonymous *************

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@Andi **********

Blimey, that'd be useful. Did you apply for the soft power DTV?

2 days ago

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

I applied Workcation in Taipei but was initially going back to London to apply and contacted the embassy there about what was needed.

2 days ago

Anonymous *************

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@Andi **********

Thanks Andi. Are the workcation criteria different though? I can call when I'm back in the UK, but am in Thailand atm and just want to have some kind of plan. So, theoretically, one could have the 500k in the bank for one day and successfully apply. It's interesting that things vary so much depending on country of application.

2 days ago

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

You can apply nearby to Thailand like Vietnam, Cambodia etc. Yes the DTV applications are embassy specific. You can show evidence of the 500k with it being banked for one day. If you extend your 180 days at an immigration office then you may be required to show it banked for several months. London Embassy is responsive to email enquires. Workcation differs in providing more info on your job, contract, portfolio etc.

2 days ago

Anonymous *************

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@Andi **********

Yeah, I've no interest in going to other countries to sort this and am headed back to the UK next month anyway. Thanks for your replies.

2 days ago

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

Ok, London has a good reputation for quick approvals.

2 days ago

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James ********

Have you read the posts about getting the DTV visa from the UK Thai Embassy?

2 days ago

Jari **********

Nobody dont know 100% sure

..they may ask for a bank statement if you apply for an extension of 180 days.There's probably no common rule.

2 days ago

Greg ********

@Jari *********

From reports so far it does look like they will ask to see the 500k again for an extension

2 days ago

Anonymous *************

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@Jari *********

Really?! I thought that once we obtained the visa we'd be good to go for 5 years. I won't have that amount in my account indefinitely so...

2 days ago

Greg ********

Anonymous participant Immigration look like they are going to ask you to show the money again in your account for an in country extension. That is why the consensus is to do border runs to get another 180 days rather than an extension. However, Immigration have every right to ask you to show this upon a re-entry. This does not look as likely but never say never. It is entirely within their discretion and has been made clear.

2 days ago

Anonymous *************

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Greg Bewick Thanks for this information, Greg. It won't be an issue to fly out and in again every 180 days.

2 days ago

Greg ********

Anonymous participant Def the best option till it all settles down. Great places to go for a few days in the region with 2 hours or less flight as good prices.

2 days ago

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Greg ********

Can I apply for a Thai visa from Cambodia and what are the bank balance requirements?

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