Hi everyone, planning to arrive in Thailand with a Non-O visa at which point I need to open a bank account. I understand that the bank will require a certificate of residence issued by immigration.
My question is, if I am staying in a hotel for the first few weeks, assuming the hotel has submitted my TM30, will I experience any difficulties in obtaining the certificate of residence? Or will immigration expect a lease agreement to issue the certificate of residence?
In short, can one obtain a certificate of residence from immigration if they are staying in a hotel? Thank you!
TLDR : Answer Summary
A person planning to arrive in Thailand with a Non-O visa inquires about the ability to obtain a certificate of residence while staying in a hotel. They want to know if this would pose any difficulties, considering that the hotel has submitted their TM30 form. Responses indicate that it is generally possible to obtain such a certificate while staying in a hotel, but experiences vary between banks. Some banks may require additional documentation, such as a yellow house book or a lease agreement, which can complicate the process. Therefore, it is advisable for the individual to be prepared with various documents and possibly try multiple banks.
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