What is proof of sufficient funds for Thailand?

Okay, so you’re wondering about showing you have enough money to get into Thailand, right? It can be a little nerve-wracking, I know! For most tourist visits (like the visa exemption most people use), you basically need to prove you’ve got enough cash to enjoy your trip and, you know, not end up stranded. They’re looking for 20,000 Baht per person – or 40,000 Baht for a family. Think about that… it’s not a huge amount, but it’s enough to show you can support yourself.

Now, what counts as “proof”? Cash is the obvious one, of course. Traveler’s cheques work too, though I haven’t seen those in ages! I guess the equivalent would be a recent bank statement showing you have access to those funds. I remember one time, I was heading to Bangkok, super excited, and completely spaced on checking my bank balance beforehand. Luckily, I had just gotten paid, so it was fine, but it was a close call! Can you imagine having to turn back because you forgot to check?! So, yeah, make sure you’ve got that sorted. You wouldn’t want to be stuck at the airport, would you? No way! It’s always better to be prepared, you know? Just a little planning can save you a lot of stress.