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Darren *********
Every embassy can set more strick standards. You are fighting an unwinnable battle and will only make things worse if you get to pissy.
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@Kris ********
you are mixed up. DTV is less in the bank than a retirement visa. And can be in your home bank rather than needing a Thai bank account.
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@JP *******
depending on the bank you do, but it is very little. And with the yearly fees etc basically 0 if you only keep the minimum in there.
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@Nongnuch *******
so when you are on a tourist visa and apply for your O it cancels the tourist visa? I am glad you are sure, lots of people are sure and wrong at the same time.
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@Nongnuch *******
because there is a very clear message when you get the visa attached. I’m sure you read all the fine print and noticed it too.
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Applying for any other visa cancels the DTV immediately.
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@Kai *****
they can ask anytime you extend or enter the country. They might not but they are cracking down on the abuse of all their visas.
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@Ramblin *******
20kthb is if you come visa exempt. You are supposed to have cash with you so immigration can see you can support yourself. It is one of the things they can ask to see.

For the DTV you are showing you have access to that money and not going to be trying to find a job in Thailand.
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You have to apply outside of Thailand. I went through Chicago and it too about 2 weeks depending on Thai holidays and any requested extra information.
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@Kai *****
no you just have to show the money in your account. Doesn't have to be a Thai bank accout.