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Is it too early to apply for a non-O visa from Canada before arriving in Thailand?

NON-O visa visa application Thailand visa rules bank statement proof of funds Canada expats

Aug 12, 2025

9 months ago

Ray ********

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Hi everyone,  I'm in the middle of applying for  my non o visa from Canada . I'm due to arrive in Thailand October 21. Is it too early to apply now. Also regarding the bank statement for proof of funds, can I cross out the account number for security reasons. Thanks in advance

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The discussion revolves around applying for a NON-O visa from Canada, specifically questions about the timing of the application and the formatting of financial documents. It is noted that applying now is not too early as the visa is valid for 90 days upon issuance. Additionally, it is acceptable to redact sensitive information, such as bank account numbers, on proof of funds documents.

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George ******

Sorry can I jump in with a quick question?

I am in Canada also and will be applying ?

How long does the process take after applying?

9 months ago

Jeremy *********

I applied for my non o visa 2 months in advance. Double the time in case they refused the application so I could send it off again within time for my flight

In regards to the bank statements , I didn't need to sign them. Just a printed up to date statement showing enough funds to take care of yourself for 3 months. I am from UK

9 months ago

Ted *******

@Jeremy ********

I assume your funds are from your uk bank account.

9 months ago

Jeremy *********

@Ted ******

yes. I just showed them an up to date bank balance.

9 months ago

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Jeremy *********

Brandon ************

A non-O visa is valid to enter Thailand for 90 days. So if you apply and receive it now, you would be able to use it until November. So no, it's not too early.

And yes, you can redact sensitive information from your financial documents.

9 months ago

Ken *******

@Brandon ***********

Does proof of financial status need to be issued officially by a bank? Is a printed monthly bank statement sufficient?

9 months ago

Kevin ******

@Ken ******

download the PDFs to your computer then upload to application website. It is not too early to apply.

9 months ago

Brandon ************

@Ken ******

just print it from their website