Q. 1 I arrive to Jomtien on a Non-O 90 day visa Nov 9. When opening a bank account can I use my Hotel address or do I need a lease for a condo?
Q. 2 After opening a bank account can I use Wise to deposit my 800k or do I need to transfer from an International bank?
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The process of opening a bank account in Thailand with a Non-O 90-day visa can depend on the bank's requirements. Some banks may accept a hotel address, but a certificate of residence from immigration is often needed as proof. It's advisable to verify with the specific immigration office regarding what they require. As for depositing 800,000 THB into a bank account, transfers from Wise are generally accepted, but it's important to choose the correct transfer options.
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Each bank branch sets their own requirements for opening a bank account. You would need to go to a bank branch and try to open an account to see what they require. Many will require a certificate of residence from immigration as your proof of address. If that's the case, then what the bank requires doesn't matter, it's what your immigration office will accept as proof of your address. Each immigration office sets their own requirements, so you would need to check with your immigration office to see what they require for a certificate of residence.
Wise should be fine to transfer the money, and make sure you choose the correct transfer option for living in Thailand long-term so they will attempt to make it look like an international transfer.
International is not a requirement for retirement extension, but it might be beneficial in the future regardless.