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Is 20,000 Baht cash required on entering Thailand with a Multi-Entry Non-O Visa for family visits?
Is the 20,000 baht or equivalent cash required when flying into Thailand with a Multi-Entry Non-O based on visiting family?
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The requirement for carrying 20,000 baht or equivalent cash upon entering Thailand with a Multi-Entry Non-O visa is not mandatory, but it is advisable to have some cash on hand. While some travelers reported being asked for proof of funds, this is typically more common among those entering on tourist visas or visa exemptions. Having cash available is prudent, as there are no ATMs before passport control, and not all immigration officials may accept credit cards for proof of funds.
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Tod *********
and I think we've beaten this topic to death.
To re-cap ANYONE (except people on extensions of stays) can be asked for proof of funds.
That people haven't been asked is no guarantee you won't be asked so be prepared.
To re-cap ANYONE (except people on extensions of stays) can be asked for proof of funds.
That people haven't been asked is no guarantee you won't be asked so be prepared.
Thomas *****
I have never been asked
Galut ******
Also something to note, the money exchange booths before immigration run by real banks like SCB, Kasikorn etc all have Logos on their windows for VIsa, Mastercard etc so should be able to do a cash advance. However they all point blank refuse to do their actual job. Last time I passive aggressively took photos of their credit card logos on their booths :-)
Tod *********
keep in mind the only people who are not listed in the rule to show the 3 proof ofz are people on extensions of stays (yearly, 90day, etc) anyone else can indeed be asked, although the chance of being asked on any Non-Immigrant visa of any type is slim indeed.
Tony ********
OPbeen left high and dry once too often
Tony ********
OPWhen dealing with thai Immigration, I have learned thru bitter experience to never leave anything to chance
Gregor **********
so just in case, wear the equivalent of 20K Baht on you. But with a Multi Re Entry Visa chances are near nil. They mostly ask people who enter with a 30-day exempt or travellers with many visa already in their passports
Ruben ********
David Broadfoot us and eritrea
Ruben ********
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Welcome anytime
Bill ************
@Ruben *******
yes we do. If an American makes money anywhere in the world, it’s reportable income.Ruben ********
@Bill ***********
USA expats still have to care because they still have to pay taxes. Nobody elseBill ************
Ruben Morris, yes it is.
Ruben ********
USA is far away
Bill ************
David Broadfoot , thank you, I try to get a letter to that effect. Hummm, will have to read it again, but not sure the Constitution says that !
Ruben ********
David Broadfoot is that white privilege?
Ruben ********
@Bill ***********
I was asked how I would pay for my stay before. I looked at him like he was weird and said "creditcard "
He laughed and was happy.
Ellie *******
Only cash works when you are asked at passport control on entry. Gold, Platinum nor Black card cannot work.
Bill ************
Can I just hold up an American Express Gold Card ?
Tod *********
@Gre***
you are correct, the people usually asked for proof of funds are people who have extensive histories of living here on back-2-back visa exempt or tourist visa entries. NOT on people with Non-Immigrant Type visasTod *********
Keep in mind there are no ATM machines air side <- that means there's NO way to get cash BEFORE you clear passport control when entering thailand.
IF you are asked for proof of funds the immigration officers will NOT allow you to walk to the ATM's just after you stamp in to make a transaction
IF you are asked for proof of funds the immigration officers will NOT allow you to walk to the ATM's just after you stamp in to make a transaction
Gregor **********
yet it is always advisable to bring some Cash in foreign curreny like 800 USD / Euros/ GBP and exchange it at the basement of Suvarnabhumi Airport where the "Railway Link" is, at one of the private money changers. So you have some Thai currency at hand for the first few days of stay
Nikolina *******
@Tony *******
they say 20K baht or 500USD. so just bring it with you in case they ask. but we haven't been asked so far.Gregor **********
there are NO ATM's before Immigration desks. Beware. You need to have cash THB orthe equivalent of 20,000 THB on you before you board your flight
Tony ********
OPTod *********
@Tony *******
nope, not yet anywayTony ********
OP@Tod ********
and I take it they havent installed any ATM's before we get to the immigration kiosks??Tod *********
I believe they are asking for cash when asked for proof of funds when checking into the country.
Tony ********
OPI just grab some thai baht from an ATM for that. dont like carrying cash around longer than necessary
Gregor **********
No, it isn't
Tod *********
umm actually if you are asked for proof of funds, the 20K baht or the equivalent IS a requirement for Non-Immigrant Type visas
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