@Greg *******

just kidding..

@Jeremy *******

There’s no specific required holding period for the 500k in Hanoi. I was approved there with the closing balance of 500k deposited just two weeks before my application. However, I did have a steady stream of income going into that account and submitted a full 6 months of bank statements.

@Amber ******

If you're also applying from Hanoi, you'll be fine with having the 500k in your account just a few days or weeks before the application. They don’t require the 500k to be in the account for a set period of time in Hanoi.

Damm i should start opening bank accounts here in TH and start selling them, i'd make a fortune! 😂

These agents are becoming greedier by the minute 🤣

Anonymous participant 487 That's not true. Processing times can of course vary depending on the specific application, and especially if there are public holidays or weekends during the period it was submitted. Many people overlook these factors and end up thinking it's taking longer than it actually is.

@Shandy *******

Yeah, that does make sesne.

@Brittany *****

I recommend going to Hanoi to apply — the turnaround time is very fast. 4-5 working days.

@Kyle *********

That is extremely unusual..

This is the information I found on the website of the Thai Consulate in Taipei. Nowhere does it state that being employed is a requirement when applying through the Soft Power visa category.

B. Purpose of Visit: Thai Soft Power-related activities (e.g. Muay Thai, Thai culinary training, or medical treatment)

Required Documents:

A passport or travel document valid for at least 6 months, with at least one completely blank visa page.

A certificate of entry and exit dates issued by the National Immigration Agency (valid for 1 month).

One recent color photograph (2 inches, white background, full-face view), taken within the past 6 months. Photocopies are not accepted.

Proof of financial means: A minimum of 500,000 THB or the equivalent in foreign currency, such as bank statements or a sponsorship letter covering living expenses.

Confirmation of participation in the activity (e.g. training program or course), or a letter of appointment from the hospital/medical center (for medical treatment purposes).