I have a question regarding the guardianship visa and I’m hoping I might finally get a solid answer to this question.
I am aware of the stipulation of needing to have 500,000THB in a Thai bank account for around 90 days in order to be eligible.
BUT! I have also heard on a number of occasions from other expats, that if you (or your household) earns a certain amount of money a year, then it would negate the need for the 500,000THB to be on hold in an account.
Is this true? If so, would anyone happen to know what salary per year is needed?
Thank you in advanced 😊
TLDR : Answer Summary
The question seeks clarification on whether a yearly income can replace the requirement of having 500,000 THB in a Thai bank account for a guardianship visa. Responses indicate that only the bank balance is accepted for the visa application, while an annual salary might be considered for an Extension of Stay at an immigration office. Some participants mention confusion about the amounts required, suggesting that it's typically 400,000 THB instead of 500,000 THB, and highlight the need for direct consultation with the embassy or immigration officials for accurate information.