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).

When you applied through the Soft Power routedid selected "employed" in the section asking about your employment status? From what I’ve seen, most people using the Soft Power route choose "unemployed" instead. This could be the reason why they asked for all the extra docs?

@John *********

He's most likely already been rejected at the embassy in India. I can't think of any other reason he'd be applying elsewhere if he's already in his home country

@Marb *******

I agree, 20k is nothing. In fact, I think the requirement should be higher

Come on now..

@Elías *******

I believe they might be referring to this

95-thailand-implements-financial-requirements-for-tourist-visas-in-2025/#google_vignette

@Mark *****

good advice

First of all, I don’t mean this with any disrespect. just offering a bit of perspective. You have to ask yourself: why would someone 30 years younger be genuinely attracted to someone significantly older? This isn’t aimed at you personally, it’s a general observation. It’s not about being cynical, just realistic. That kind of age gap often runs counter to typical human nature.

You’ve said you’re not gullible, and I respect that. But it’s worth remembering that some women are very, very skilled at playing the long game. They can come across as patient, affectionate, and sincere, sometimes for even months or even years before revealing other motives.

That said, there absolutely are genuine ones, and I sincerely hope the woman you’re speaking to is one of them. Still, trust is something that’s earned over time. It’s always wise to move forward with caution

@Mats *********

no, no you’re mistaken, they’re just her “Brothers” 😆

@Janin *****

that’s correct