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What are the requirements for maintaining 500,000 THB in a bank account for visa applications in Thailand?

Oct 31, 2025
3 days ago
Is there any actual requirement for how long the 500,000THB must be in your account for? I’m seeing nothing online about there having to be a strict time frame however it seems they’re less likely to accept if less payslips? Thanks for your help!
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The requirement for having 500,000 THB in your account can vary based on the embassy and the country from which you apply. Some commenters note that while there is no strict timeframe universally enforced for how long the funds must be in the account prior to application, showing a history of the balance over 3 months is common. Experiences shared indicate that having the amount for as little as 2 months may be acceptable if sufficient bank statements and transaction history support the claim. Ultimately, checking specific embassy guidelines is crucial because requirements differ by location.
Anonymous ******************
Anonymous participant 229 auto reoly asking for more statements....second round likely got it to a human....dealing with similar issues....sent all proper paperwork and they want more docs.....I used Grok and was amazed with what I learned about the process....lots of this bs goung on and Grok gave a workaround to get it to a human and approved.
John **********
Anonymous participant Melbourne means you apply via Canberra. Sydney only serves NSW. 9 days is highly unlikely to be enough, both quote 10 business days processing time although there are reports of it being much faster in Canberra. However if you are not an Australian citizen you need a Vevo to apply
Alan ******
3 months 🇬🇧
Mika ********
depends which embassy you submit it to. they have different requirements for this specifically.
Anonymous ******************
In Hungary I put the previous day to my account before submitted the application. There were no issues at all.
Anonymous ******************
1 full month for soft power was what I supplied Then back in my stocks and shattered ISA
Anna *********
Depends where you apply Sydney is based in the balance when you apply
Anna *********
I have no idea if it will be that quick Try and search recent threads but it seems that the sooner the booked flight to Thailand is the quicker the application is processed

Up to you but be aware you should stay in Australia while waiting for the visa
Anonymous *************
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@Anna ********
ok thank you so much. I don’t think it’s worth the risk so will maybe I’ll use Vietnam. Thanks for your help!
Anonymous *************
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@Anna ********
I’m actually in Melbourne and Sydney but for 9 days total between the two. How is it applying from there? Fast/easy? Any idea if 9 days would be enough time for acceptance?
Anna *********
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Anonymous ******************
Submitted I Hanoi....did not have 500,000 for 3 months had it in account for 2 months. Showed bank transactions for 3 months though. Got sent a request for more documents stating NOT ENOUGH MONEY. Resent the same bank document with cover letter again stating balance and e visa application was accepted
Anonymous ******************
The endling balance on the last 3 months of bank statements must be no less than 500,000 THB
Anonymous ******************
Participant anonyme 698 no, it totally depends which Embassy you apply from.
Jef ********
Check your embassy’s website changes country to country generally 3-6 months