What are the recent experiences applying for a Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV) in London, particularly regarding bank statements?

Multiple Entry Tourist Visa METV Visa Application Process Bank Statement Requirements Royal Thai Embassy London Visa Guidelines Financial Evidence

Aug 29, 2019

5 years ago

Seymore ********

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Hi. Anyone with recent experience aplying for multiple entry tourist visa METV in London through online application process.

How strict is the having £5000 in bank for 6 months as I have only had the money there for 2 months.

Do they really require 6 months of statements (14 pages!)

Thanks

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Many users shared their experiences regarding the application process for the Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV) in London. While it's generally recommended to adhere strictly to the requirement of having £5,000 in the bank for six months, some have found the embassy to be somewhat flexible. One user mentioned a recent inquiry with the embassy indicating that having the funds for just one month might suffice, provided that they can review additional financial details through a six-month bank statement. Other requirements for the METV include a valid passport, completed online application, employer confirmation letter, travel confirmation, and proof of accommodation in Thailand.

Ron *******

Here is a reply from them only last week.

It's as clear as the water lapping up Pattaya beach

5 years ago

Seymore ********

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Hope this helps others. My sister just called the london embassy who assured her they are flexible and that the money in there now and for just 1 month before was enough :)(but they do still want 6 months statements sent even if it has below the 5000 required. I guess to check other things like not in serious debt recently..have salary payments etc) so well worth making direct contact with the embassys.

5 years ago

Lewis ********

@Ron ******

agree! This makes it difficult to give advice based on ‘experience’

5 years ago

Ron *******

London appear to change their minds on a daily basis of how they do it and what they do or don't require.

The other issue is the person who you speak with on the telephone, may not be the person who deals with your application.

Other than doing it the way they have laid it out on their website, it's a game of chance on the day. They appear to treat each application on an individual basis with no set pattern.

Not much else that can be said really.

5 years ago

Seymore ********

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Yes its a comforting answer from them but its still a punt and sure best to have everything they ask if possible

5 years ago

Ron *******

Not emotional for me.....but it could be for you when the E visa site don't behave how you expect it too 😮 😉

5 years ago

Seymore ********

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Thanks Ron its been emotional

5 years ago

Ron *******

@Seymore *******

there you go. All sorted.

5 years ago

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Ron *******

Seymore ********

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Guidelines are for sure best to meet. But peoples experiences are invaluable as not everything is always black and white as it seems.

5 years ago

Ron *******

Here are the requirements. If they never really wanted them, I guess they wouldn't of listed them or said that although we require 6 months of evidence, 2 or 3 months is ok if you cannot supply it?

Here's another thing, if you cannot meet the requirements, they don't refund your visa application fees.

For Multiple Entries (stay up to 60 days for each entry within the period of 6 months)

A current passport with validity not less than 6 months beyond the date of depature from Thailand and at least 2 blank pages. Applicants must fill in online visa application with their given name(s) and surname as appear in their passports.

Printout of visa application form submitted online, with bar code

Financial evidence e.g. original bank statement of the applicant showing a balance of at least £5,000 (for 6 months) or a print out with official stamp of the bank

A letter from the applicant's employer (in the UK and addressed to the Royal Thai Embassy)

If you are self-employed, your self-assessment and a company registration document are required.

Travel booking confirmation

Proof of accommodation in Thailand e.g. hotel booking, invitation letter from family or friend in Thailand

Confirmation of legal residence in the UK or Ireland (if applicants are not nationals of these countries) e.g. long stay visa, residence permit, BRP card

5 years ago

James ********

Please read the posts under the TOPICS section re London online applications. While its nighttime in Thailand, you may get replies to your question on Friday morning Thai time.

5 years ago

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James ********

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