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What are the requirements for the 500k baht bank balance for a DTV visa in Thailand?

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Mar 7, 2025

a month ago

Chris *******

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Hi all, apologies if this has been asked before but in regards to DTV visa and the 500k baht bank balance. 

I’ve seen conflicting answers to how long needs to show in your bank account. Varying between just current balance up to 6 months and also that it depends on which country you’re visiting the embassy in.

Can anyone help on this?

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The inquiry centers on the requirements for the DTV visa, specifically regarding the 500,000 baht bank balance. There is confusion over how long the funds must be displayed in the bank account, with various sources suggesting timings from just showing a current balance to needing the funds seasoned for up to 6 months. Additionally, the responses indicate that requirements can vary based on the Thai Embassy or Consulate where one applies, and that the applicant's nationality and current location may also influence the specifics.

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Alan **********

Can i apply in malaysia/hk/laos and use bank statements from uk bank account. Ill be in th soon and dont fancy coming back to uk to apply just to fly back

a month ago

Wannikea *********

You answered your own question. How long have your funds seasoned so far?

a month ago

James ********

There's NO one answer to your question.

It entirely depends on the requirements listed on the Thai Embassy or Consulate website where you will be making application.

What is your passport nation?

Where are you now?

Where will you be applying for the DTV visa?

a month ago

Chris *******

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@James *******

okay thank you very much for the reply.

British national, currently in Koh Samui (not sure if this makes a difference, but have been in Thailand for 6 years always with work visa and permit looked after by my work but after a career change I no longer have that option).

Where I will apply most likely depends on finding the answer to my question.

a month ago

Chris *******

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@James *******

thank you very much for all of this. Very helpful. You and Tod both always do such a good job.

I’ve had a career change and will be working remotely but obviously need to sort out a long term visa as Thailand has become very much home now.

Correct, UK passport and based in Samui. I haven’t held the 500k in one account which has been the prompt for my question.

Planning my trip for where and when depending.

a month ago

James ********

@Chris ******

the 500,000 or more Thai baht or its equivalent, can be in multiple bank accounts, if they are in your name only.

a month ago

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James ********

@Chris ******

it does make a difference. Thank you for your helpful reply.

For what purpose will you be applying for the DTV visa?

How long have you held a Bank account balance, in your name only, of 500,000 Thai baht or more ?

You hold a passport from the UK and now in Koh Samui.

a month ago

James ********

Use the search 🔍 tool top of this forum page...

ENTER... DTV visa

CLICK ...on it and all posts about getting the DTV visa will Pop Up to read the posts and replies from others.

a month ago

James ********

And suggest you do the same on this DTV Visa forum of 30,000 members which is devoted solely to helping its forum members obtain the DTV visa. Both Tod and I are pleased to provide helpful answers on it 🙂

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a month ago

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James ********

Richard ******

@Ch***

, sadly you can not apply whilst in Thailand. You must be located outside of Thailand at the time of your application.

a month ago

Chris *******

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@Richard *****

thank you for the reply. Am aware need to be outside of the country for the application, just trying to plan on where to go. 🙏🏻

a month ago

Richard ******

Just done some research

@Ch***

seems like KL is the best option

a month ago

Chris *******

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@Richard *****

yes absolutely. That’s what I was hoping but I what I read about funds being in bank account for 6 months prior was related to Malaysia. No idea if this is correct or not. Trying to find the info on the embassy website.

a month ago

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Chris *******

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