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Can a traveler with a TR visa open a bank account in Thailand, and if so, which bank should they try?

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asked Aug 8, 2024

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Hi, I wonder if a traveller holding TR visa can open a bank account in Thailand? If so, which bank? (I've asked multiple banks but no luck).

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A traveler holding a TR visa can open a bank account in Thailand, although it may require visiting several banks to find one willing to do so. Suggestions include using banks like Bangkok Bank, especially at branches located in tourist areas such as shopping malls. If banks decline, using an agent may be a viable option, generally costing around 4-8,000 baht, with some agents providing services without requiring additional insurance, depending on the traveler's visa validity.

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Chris *******

If you are in Bangkok, head office of Bangkok Bank, they have desk for expat

2 years ago

Chris *******

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2 years ago

Phil *******

Agent in Chiang Mai asking 8k to open an account for me.

2 years ago

Tongvilay ***********

Cheers for a helpful tips!

2 years ago

Ivan *********

Why the biggest one bank of Bangkok

2 years ago

Jim ********

Use an agent and you’ll get one straight away

2 years ago

Stephan ***********

First choice should be Bangkok Bank, try the branches in the tourist places... Malls, Shopping centers etc. Or... to save time and nerves... look for an agent... 😉

2 years ago

Stephen ********

Depends whereabouts you are. I did last November at Bangkok Bank on soi baukhao

2 years ago

Peter **********

@Stephen *******

Last November is already ancient history as the rules significantly changed earlier this year. 😉

2 years ago

Stephen ********

@Peter *********

hence why I mentioned last November 🤷‍♂️

2 years ago

Jan ******************

An agent charge normally 4-5 000 baht and are able to open without any insurance if you have minimum 15 days left on your stamp.

2 years ago

Brandon ************

Is it possible? Probably, if you try 20-50 bank branches, you might eventually find one that will do it, or one that will do it if you buy the 5000 baht insurance from the bank.

Otherwise you'll need to use an agent to do it.

2 years ago