What are the reporting requirements and benefits of a Thai bank account for DTV Visa holders?

1. 90 day report - every 90 days you report to your local immigration office with a simple form

2. Your bank account is frozen due to inactivity and it will probably be difficult to reactivate again on the DTV as it's still seen as a tourist visa. Banks won't open accounts for tourists and policies have been very strict lately. I would still give it a try though as you have nothing to lose. You can even try different branches of your bank as it fully depends on the bank manager and his/her mood on that day.

3. Get any reputable travel insurance/nomad insurance

4. It's been reported by many that extending for 180 at immigration is very difficult and almost like applying for the DTV again. Better to leave the country every 180 days.

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How long did NYC require the 500k be in your bank account? I’m considering doing it in DC or NYC. If I don’t get an agent here in Thailand

It will be more than likely that your Thai bank account will be frozen. There has been a purge on foreigners holding accounts, you will need to contact your bank and then go through a process to reinstate it.

If you search the group, these questions are asked often

You must report at 90 days to immigration. You must leave the country within 180 days (or obtain a 180 day extension at an immigration office - almost impossible). Your bank account will be frozen as you cannot hold a bank account on a DTV. As a tourist, your best strategy is to take out a 12-month travel insurance policy