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How long does the 500k baht need to be in your bank account before applying for a visa?

500k baht requirement Thai visa bank account conditions embassy-specific requirements visa application process

Kyle ********

asked Mar 4, 2025

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How long does the 500k bhat need to be in your bank account before applying?  I don’t see a solid answer on the website. Thanks 🙏

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The duration for which the 500k baht needs to be in your bank account before applying for a Thai visa varies by embassy. Some applicants have found embassies in Western countries accept a balance that is deposited right before applying, while others may require that the funds be held for 1 to 6 months. Specific cases mention requirements such as keeping the funds steady for 3 months or having a 2-month hold, depending on the embassy. It is crucial to check the specific requirements of the embassy you are applying to.

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Douglas *******

I called Chicago and they said it has to be in for 2 months. That was their criteria.

2 years ago

Eduardo *********

I applied in Brazil , they were happy with is in the bank now . Didn’t ask any retroactive statement .

2 years ago

Zoey *******

I applied at Laos, they want to be at least 500 k balance constantly for 3 months.

2 years ago

Yann *******

@Zoey ******

Vientiane or savannakhet?

2 years ago

Zoey *******

@Yann ******

Vientiane, but I didn’t have so that I showed another account too. Then, I got the visa.

2 years ago

Wannikea *********

Depends on the embassy you are applying at. Research using group search tool for your preferred embassy name. Typically embassies in the western world are happy with virtually same day balance, but most others want to see it in the bank for from 3-6 months

2 years ago

Kyle ********

@Wannikea ********

what prompt should i search with?

2 years ago

Wannikea *********

@Kyle *******

you can't be serious

2 years ago

Bob **********

Embassy specific

2 years ago

Kimberly ********

Some say, some don’t. I would say, use the search option on this page with the name of the embassy.

I applied through Washington DC and I had deposited it a few days before applying. That was in August last year.

2 years ago

Kelsia **********

@Kimberly *******

I’ll be applying at the Washington embassy as well. How long did it take you to receive your visa?

2 years ago

Kimberly ********

@Kelsia *********

It was a few weeks if I remember correctly. I think three weeks for mine, three weeks for my husband and daughters dependent applications.

2 years ago

Matthew *******

Check embassy(of the one you are applying from) website.

2 years ago

Anna *********

There is no solid answer as different embassies added their own requirements Some are happy with "its in a bank now" and others want anywhere from 1 to 6 months. Best to check with wherever you are planning on applying. And be aware lots of people will give you lots of differing answers depending on their experience

2 years ago