Unanswereda year ago
Can expats on a DTV Visa successfully open a bank account in Thailand?
I have friends that are moving to Thailand and are wanting to get on the DTV Visa, most likely under the digital nomad category. Has anyone successfully opened a bank account? Is there an agency that is able to help them open an account? Husband and wife would both like bank accounts! Thanks for any help and sorry if this has been answered multiple times!
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The conversation highlights challenges faced by individuals on the DTV Visa, particularly regarding the opening of bank accounts. Many commenters express concerns that it is currently very difficult, if not impossible, to open a bank account while on a DTV Visa due to recent clampdowns. The general consensus suggests that using a foreign bank account or cash might be more viable options. There is also mention of the frequent nature of this question within the community, indicating a need for more accessible information on this topic.
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Muhammad ********
Is there Any Thai Agent in the Group
Pui *****
Did you search "bank account"? This exact question is asked very frequently and there are already tons of answers to those posts that can guide you.
Tangy ******
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James ********
What is their passport nation ?
Bo ******
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USAJames ********
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REALITY is at this time, Banks are 🚫 NOT opening New bank accounts for DTV Visa holders. It's classed as a mm multiple entry tourist visa. Tourist Visas are now not eligible for a Thai bank account.As they are Americans, they should open up a Charles Schwab Bank account. Which has a checking account and ATM card.
The usual bank fee to use the ATM 🏧 is 220 Thai baht. Charles Schwab Bank will reimburse the ATM 🏧 fee's charged by banks to use their ATM.
Chomnisa ********
Pls text me.i can
Anonymous ******************
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Yeah sure. That's what they all say 😂. Do you also guarantee lifetime full access in your package?! 😏Chomnisa ********
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Greg ********
@Chomnisa *******
How can you guarantee the bank accounts will not be frozen or closed in the future?James ********
@Chomnisa *******
And your agent fee is ???
Colin *******
You may want to do a search. Hundreds of posts on this subject.
Anonymous ******************
Very unlikely at the moment. They made it clear this would not be possible on tourist exemption and DTV anymore. You may find a temporary solution (paying money) but risk account closure.
Anonymous ******************
DTV is classed as a tourist visa, massive clampdown on those that have opened bank accounts on it . Even agents cannot help. Use your visa debit card from your home country or bring a stack of notes with you and change them
Greg ********
Very difficult to open a bank account right now even with an agent on a DTV. Pretty much impossible in most places. Some are even having their accounts closed.
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