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Is it necessary for the 500,000 baht for the DTV visa application to be deposited for three months?

Jun 18, 2025
2 days ago
David *******
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In reference to the DTV visa application, is it necessary for the 500,000 baht to be deposited in the account for at least three months? I possess more than the required amount, but it has not been deposited for the stipulated three-month period. Also, have any individuals experienced difficulties with their applications in the US? My wife submitted her application two weeks ago, and it is still being "processed".
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The requirement for the 500,000 baht to be deposited in the account for at least three months varies by embassy. In the US, it's generally not a common requirement, though some embassies might ask for it to be seasoned for longer. Processing times for applications can differ; it's noted that it can take up to 4 weeks in some cases. Users mentioned their personal experiences with different embassies, indicating that having significantly more than the minimum amount can be beneficial.
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Henrik *****
Some Embassies will need to see the 500.000 Baht to be in the account for 6 months

Read the Embassy website for their requirements, There you can also be lucky to find out how long time the Embassy normally need to process the application.

Remember that asking for additional documentation can reset the clock to zero
Cliff *********
I used the Los Angeles Consulate last November.

My account had a LOT more than the minimum amount. I submitted a screenshot of my bank app. 2 weeks later they requested more information and I sent a photo of my latest month bank account on my computer. That was sufficient.

2 weeks later it was all approved.

Be patient.

Make sure you significantly exceed thr minimum amount.
Anonymous ******************
Cambodia embassy doesn't require 3 months
Andi ***********
It depends on the embassy if the 500k needs to be seasoned for 3 months., it is not a usual requirement in the US though. Embassies in the US can take up to 4 weeks to approve, each embassy differs with the length of approval.
David *******
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