What are the new requirements for proving liquid cash for Thai visas as of May 1st?

This has literally been the case since July 15, 2024, the day they introduced the visa.

I’m going through my application with Los Angeles embassy now. Im in the same boat, but as long as it’s in liquid form now, I think we are ok. I’ll give feedback on my situation when I hear.

Also, make note that although it says “500,000฿” it also states “$17,000” on my request for further documents.

Yes, some embassies have started doing that since long time ago.

Stocks and shares have never been considered liquid cash, because they are an asset. It’s a strange thing to suggest or even think.

Cash means money you can access immediately, like withdrawing from a bank or ATM.

Savings are not the same either. They can be locked for a fixed period and not instantly available.

Shares are assets, not cash. Just because you have 500,000 baht in shares doesn’t mean you actually have 500,000 baht in hand. They can fluctuate in value and may be subject to taxes.

The 500,000 baht requirement refers to actual money in your bank account. This isn’t rocket science. It’s easy to understand why that’s the rule and why other forms like shares or locked savings aren’t accepted.

Did anyone apply that makes more than 500,000 per month?

I can send 12 months + of stmts showing 650k baht pay each month but I always dump it all on debt and just kept balance this month for applying DTV . Do I need to wait 3 more months keeping the balance or as long as it is there this week ?

I had to show 6 months of statements with 500k for each month. Stop complaining if you don't have it just wait

Is it actually required to upload 3 months of statements? In the US thai embassy it seemed like you only needed to upload one recent statement showing that you had the funds, as of May 3 when I applied

I don't know whether the 3 months thing is new or not, but as far I remember, stocks or investments were never accepted as proof of income.

If you can prove that these were your investments and that you converted them into cash, then it should be fine. The three or six months of proof of ownership is basically just about making sure you're not borrowing the money from friends or an agency. But you could clarify that with them in advance. I think you can talk to them, since you have the money and it belongs to you.

Fair enough. Many embassies already do the same

I had to show cash In My bank account that was the requirement back in July.

Stocks and investments aren't liquid cash. They do require 3 months of bank statements but I think the 500k baht or equivalent only needs to show in the final one