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What amount of funds does my Thai girlfriend need to show for her UK Standard Visitor Visa application?

May 20, 2025
21 days ago
Ken ********
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Question: We are trying to plan for my Thai girlfriend to visit the UK for for the first time, for a short period, probably in the region of 5 days, plus a 7 day cruise to the Norwegian Fjords sandwiched in the middle. She has done group/family travel to the Schengen Zone a couple of times without any visa issues. In an attempt to get the UK Standard Visitor Visa application to go through smoothly, what kind of amount of funds does she need to prove to have in her bank account to satisfy UK immigration requirement for the visa application, bearing in mind she will only be in the UK for about 5 days on this first visit?

Return flight ticket, accommodation booked, having a educated and decent job, own house, family commitments, never overstayed anywhere, seems to tick most other boxes to satisfy the application. Just needing an idea of the amount of funds in her account that she will need to show, to allow the application to go smoothly
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The query addresses the financial requirements for a Thai girlfriend applying for a UK Standard Visitor Visa for a short visit and cruise. Key points include the need for a solid savings record rather than a specific amount, the importance of 12 months of bank statements, and the various nuances of UK immigration processes. Commenters highlight the distinction between UK and Schengen visas, suggesting different requirements for each.
Steven **********
The statements from the last 12 months will be checked. It's complex but there are ways to solve the huddles they put up.
Graeme ******
When my girlfriend came across last year I wrote a letter guaranteeing her stay so she didn't need any money in her own account
Ruud ******************
Be aware that the UK is not Schengen anymore and Norway is; so I think she needs 2 separate visa
Ken ********
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@Ruud *****************
Yes, she will need visas for both. Not expecting any issues with her applying for Schengen zone visa, having already been successful with previous applications, and the clear travel schedule and the all-inclusive nature of the cruise. We are preparing plenty of time in advance, as this trip is a little under 12 months away yet. Just want to try and ensure she is equipped with all the information and resources to satisfy the UK visa application, as it will be her first time applying for one
Henrik *****
Ask in a UK visa group, there you will get answers from experts in UK visa problems.
Andy ************
It's not any specific amount. They simply like to see a solid savings record. Realistically, anyone can drop $10,000 into an account for a few days. Last time my lady did a UK they asked for 12 months bank statements. UK is getting tougher. Also show payslips and employment record
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