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What documents are needed for my girlfriend's Soft Power visa application for a Thai cooking course?

Jun 30, 2025
14 days ago
I’ve recently been granted my Workcation (DTV) visa for Thailand through the Royal Thai Embassy in London. I’m now preparing to apply for a Soft Power visa for my girlfriend, who will be enrolling in a certified Thai cooking course during our stay.

What we’ve done so far:

• Transferred 500,000 THB into her personal Thai bank account last week to support her application.

• Secured her official enrollment in a six-month Thai cooking program.

• Drafted a sponsor letter confirming that both I and my company will cover her accommodation, utilities, and living expenses, as we will be living together in Thailand.

Additionally, she will be assisting me on the side with administrative and creative tasks for my company, which is registered in the United Kingdom and operates entirely outside of Thailand. This will serve as a supplementary, remote source of income.

I’d appreciate clarification on the following:

1. Should the 500,000 THB remain in her account for a specific duration before applying (i.e. seasoning)?

Some sources mention a 3-month history—can you confirm the requirement for the London embassy?

2. What exact documents are required from the Thai cooking school?

Is the acceptance letter sufficient, or do you also require the school’s business registration, class schedule, or payment receipt?

3. Is proof of relationship needed, and if so, what type is preferred?

Would personal photos, joint travel history, or a signed affidavit be appropriate?

4. Should we include a copy of our rental agreement in Thailand?

Will this help demonstrate shared accommodation and support her application?

5. Would you recommend including my employment contract, company registration, or income statements to reinforce the sponsor letter?

Documents we’re preparing to submit:

• Sponsor letter (detailing financial support and cohabitation)

• Thai bank statement showing 500,000 THB deposit

• Enrollment letter and payment confirmation from the cooking school

• Proof of accommodation (lease/rental agreement)

• Proof of relationship (photos, travel itinerary, joint documents)

• My employment and business documents (as financial sponsor)

• Explanation of her remote assistance with my UK-based business (non-Thai income)

Please let us know if there are any other requirements specific to the Royal Thai Embassy in London, or if there’s anything else we should include to ensure a smooth and successful application.
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TLDR : Answer Summary
User has been granted a Workcation visa and is applying for a Soft Power visa for his girlfriend, who will attend a Thai cooking school. He has some specific questions regarding the documentation required for the visa application. Users have provided various opinions on the necessity of providing proof of relationship, specific banking statements, and the documentation from the cooking school. There's notable concern about including details regarding the girlfriend assisting in the user's UK-based business due to restrictions on working in Thailand.
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Steffen *****************
Definitely recommend atleast 3 months worth of 500k statements but for faster approval provide 6 months because they might ask a lot of questions without it.

If you need any guidance on the process or have any other questions feel free to PM me
Alan ****
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0 THB is that coming from your account or has her own
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0 THB?

Someone mentioned you may be questioned and require proof of your own DTV statements on arrival.
Anonymous *************
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@Alan ***
It’ll be mine, but I have my own separate funds too, so it’s just sitting in both of our banks. But she can hold onto it or we can move it to a join account. She’ll also have roughly £8,000 GBP of her own liquid cash.
Wayne *******
You applying for Thailand or North Korea?
Fitfac *****************
If you do not have a direct relationship, such as mother and son or husband and wife, a sponsor letter may not be accepted.

Therefore, when applying for a soft power program such as a cooking school, look for institutions that offer a full refund in case your visa is rejected.
Angelo ***********
Only provide the REQUIRED documents.

She is on sports vacation, and that is it.
Dnatjugweme ************
Way too complicated. Make it simpler. You're not even married, why would you provide proof of your relationship?
Wannikea *********
Too much detail methinks, especially about she'll be working for you etc, she's not allowed to work . I'd not include anything about working for you in the least.

The cooking school should prove to you they have a track record of successful DTV approvals, they'll know what paperwork to provide if so.
Anonymous *************
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Okay, thank you. Also, would it be alright to mention that I’m sponsoring her and covering her expenses aka staying with me?
Wannikea *********
Anonymous participant I don't recall the latest but London used to be fine with minimal to zero seasoning of funds. Let her application stand on its own without your name injected. Use group search tool to see what others have said about London recently.
Ryan ********
Anonymous participant I wouldn't mention anything about you or your relationship, it's irrelevant and invites further questions & document requests.