Regular cecking or savings account only. Nothing tied up is acceptable, even if it is easy to cash out.

From what I hear, only some provinces allow that. Bangkok and Chonburi did not allow first time online as of last year.

Sounds risky on a DTV to visit the branch. From what I have heard from many on this page, some banks if they see the visa status is DTV, they have instructions to close the account.

You can also withdraw without a card at ATM machines. No need for a card.

Worst case is a fine of 1000-2000 baht when you report, depending on the officer/district. No strike on your record or anything. Or you can leave before 90 days and come back same day.

Sorry to hear. You can only re-apply from another embassy at this point. Make sure to have a cover letter explaining your employment, how it all works and your revenue stream, and then provide evidence of everything you explain, with letters from clients and or colleagues verifying your case, that all your work is done online and no thai clients.

Sorry to hear about this. They should give more clear instructions and also options for times or a later date!

From a bird's eye view, the best thing overall is more difficult to get the DTV, making sure everyone is legit and committed, but then no questions and an easy stamp at the border each time you arrive in Thailand as a DTV holder.

Nice post. 2000 baht is 60 USD, so looks like you had to pay a big surcharge. Best to bring the 45 USD. Thanks on behalf of everyone needing this info.

Yes from Ottawa. I provided a cover letter explaining my work, a letter from a college and clients, bank balance and client payments. They asked for my taxes showing my company name. Approved 2 days later.

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