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What additional proof of financial support might be needed for a visa to Thailand beyond a bank statement?
Visa RequirementsSelf-Support ProofBank StatementsThai VisaFinancial StabilityRemote Work in Thailand
Jun 6, 2025
a year ago
Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTERHas anyone ever needed to prove how they would support themselves in Thailand beyond the bank statement? I'm preparing for such a scenario in case they ask since I don't have any income right now.
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Inquiries about self-support documentation for living in Thailand have revealed that while bank statements are commonly accepted, some might need to provide additional proof. Past users have shown investment statements alongside bank statements when lacking a regular income. Although it's not typical for embassies to request further evidence, it's advisable to prepare answers regarding one's plans for supporting themselves and the duration of stay, especially during interviews.
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Well, just for discussion, how are you planning to support yourself in Thailand and how long do you plan to be there? Are you hoping to find remote work while you're there?
Arun ***************
It's not common that this is requested but this question comes up during the in person interviews (which is common for some countries like Myanmar, Japan and Laos)
It's good to have your answers ready, i.e. what are you doing in Thailand, how you support yourself.
Generally they want to ensure that dtv visa applicants are not using the visa to find work in Thailand.
It's good to have your answers ready, i.e. what are you doing in Thailand, how you support yourself.
Generally they want to ensure that dtv visa applicants are not using the visa to find work in Thailand.
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Arun **************
I've been living in Thailand for 3 years now, looking for a new job. But I was working for a Thai company while living there. My idea is to find a job there, tbhReply to
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Andi ***********
I did, as I had very limited online income when I first applied. I submitted investment statements in addition to the 500k bank statement.
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Andi **********
oh, okay. I think I have some investments that I can show them. Thank you so much!!!Andi ***********
Anonymous participant Which embassy are you applying from?
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HanóiAndi ***********
Anonymous participant Ok, it is a good embassy to apply from. You applying for workcation or softpower?
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softpower!James ********
@Andi **********
important question ✅Reply to
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They asked and I just showed 3mil thb in a bank and said that’s my spending money
Anonymous *************
ORIGINAL POSTER140 participante anônimo thanks. But in my case I can't show that amount other than 500k baht
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Anonymous, I'm in EXACTLY the same boat as well. 🥴
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Bob **********
Good Luck
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Bob *********
very helpful answerBob **********
Anonymous participant no income and you want to apply for a visa that requires income
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Anonymous ******************
Yes some embassies request to see it.
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