It neither helps nor hinders your application, although there’s maybe a couple of squirrelly embassies/consulates in Malaysia that like to see a long lease. Usually though, any accommodation is fine. Many places just ask for an address and require no proof of renting or booking.

@Michael ******

London embassy does not require that. Nor does anyone need your ‘facepalm’ cartoon or people laughing at others posts. It’s not a good look, especially when your comments are incorrect.

@Dany *******

I tried to register for True Money a while ago so I could pay for stuff in 7-11 (they won’t let me pay with my Thai bank app or Bangkok Bank debit card) but the registration was too difficult.

@Dany *******

So people without Thai bank accounts are still limited to drawing cash out, however they currently do that, and using True Money for scans. I suppose it’s kind of useful once you’ve topped up.

@Dany *******

so, is that top up with cash only?

In your online banking, can you not print the current balance and still have it show the account information, like your name and account number? If so then add that to the pdf of your latest statement. Also worth mentioning it in your cover letter.

@James *******

I would advise them to research the possibility first. Finding an organisation that would provide the documentation would be the first step I think rather than just making an application without really knowing if it will be successful or not.

Anonymous participant it’s going to be the providers of the documentation. The other soft power options have to be fully registered and have official status with their relevant government departments. Check out some of the soft power applicant’s posts here in the group to get an idea of what’s required.

You’re not going to get any supporting documents from a registered entity that will satisfy the requirements for that really. Unless one of your contacts in that field is able to supply them. They would need to be confident that they would qualify you for DTV approval.

It’s certainly worth talking to them though. It would be an interesting journey.

Anonymous participant Which, if you’re American, is still a ‘no’. I think they may be hoping that you will eventually understand what they’re saying to you. Currently you seem to think it’s them that are having difficulty understanding.